Things to do in Hartford

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Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower showing signage
Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower which includes signage
Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower featuring views
Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower featuring signage
Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower showing views
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Busch Stadium

Busch Stadium

Catch an event at Busch Stadium during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene or attend a baseball game.

Busch Stadium
St. Louis Union Station

St. Louis Union Station

You can learn about the local history of St. Louis when you make a stop at a well-known site like St. Louis Union Station. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a baseball game.

St. Louis Union Station
Gateway Arch featuring central business district, modern architecture and skyline

Gateway Arch

Visit the Museum of Westward Expansion, then ascend to the top of the tallest man-made monument in the US for breathtaking views of St. Louis.

Gateway Arch
St. Louis Zoo featuring a park, a bridge and a lake or waterhole

St. Louis Zoo

In the middle of St. Louis, meet the exotic and endangered animals that live in meticulously recreated ecosystems from all over the world.

St. Louis Zoo
City Museum showing a city as well as children

City Museum

A rooftop Ferris wheel, an indoor tree house and a life-size, walk-through model of a whale; just some of the exhibits in this one-of-a-kind children's museum.

City Museum
Forest Park which includes a garden, flowers and a pond

Forest Park

Nature, history and cultural institutions come together in one of the United States’ largest urban parks, which buzzes with St. Louis’ dynamic community spirit.

Forest Park
St. Louis University

St. Louis University

Explore the campus of St. Louis University as part of your travels around St. Louis. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

St. Louis University
Fox Theater

Fox Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Fox Theater during your stay in St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art scene.

Fox Theater
Horseshoe St. Louis Casino

Horseshoe St. Louis Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Horseshoe St. Louis Casino during your time in St. Louis? Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.

Horseshoe St. Louis Casino
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Frequently asked questions

Is Hartford worth visiting?
Whether you want to enjoy the local charm and cultural attractions or sample unique foods and explore the outdoors, there's no shortage of things to do in Hartford.
How do I spend a day in Hartford?
Start your adventures with a visit to National Great Rivers Museum and Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. Then, check out different parts of Hartford for local restaurants and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hartford?
Don't leave without checking out National Great Rivers Museum, rated the top tourist attraction in Hartford.
Is three days enough to stay in Hartford?
Three days will give you time to tick off many city highlights, such as National Great Rivers Museum, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and Fast Eddie's Bon Air. The average stay in Hartford is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, St. Louis isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Hartford with kids?
If you're searching for attractions and activities for all of your group, take a look at these terrific ideas for what to do in Hartford with kids.
What to do in Hartford for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or fan of nature, there are plenty of things to do in Hartford for adults including Fast Eddie's Bon Air and Historic Museum of Torture Devices.
Are there free things to do in Hartford?
In Hartford, National Great Rivers Museum is an unmissable spot for anyone wishing to experience the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the green spaces and other neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for ideas. It's a top way to discover the best free things to do in Hartford.