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Gateway Arch which includes a city and landscape views

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What to do in St. Louis

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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 great live music or attend a baseball game.

Busch Stadium

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

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.

Enterprise Center

Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.

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.

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.

Washington University in St. Louis

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Washington University in St. Louis during your stay in St. Louis. Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.

Saint Louis is a City and Urban Center is Missouri with the Iconic Arch

Dome at America’s Center

Catch an event at Dome at America’s Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.

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.

Areas of St. Louis

Meeting of the Waters Fountain showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain

Downtown St. Louis

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown St. Louis. A visit to Gateway Arch or Busch Stadium might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at 8th and Pine Station or Stadium Station to get around town.

Clayton

Visitors often come to Clayton for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary and Shaw Park Tennis Center. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Clayton Station.

Berkeley

Visitors highly recommend Berkeley for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by James S. McDonnell Prologue Room while you're in town.

Soulard

You'll enjoy the bars and churches in Soulard. You might want to make time for a stop at Anheuser-Busch Brewery or Soulard Farmer's Market.

Downtown West

If you're spending some time in Downtown West, St. Louis Union Station and St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station are top sights worth seeing.

Central West End

Enjoy this relaxed area, the ultimate destination for a lazy afternoon. Browse unique stores, admire artworks and sip coffee at sidewalk tables shaded by trees.

Chain of Rocks bridge on the Mississippi river.

Granite City

Chesterfield

This is a cool place to visit back in my home town of Kirkwood MO. The sculptures here are amazing. Which reminds me, I need to plan a trip back home sometime soon lol.

Sunset Hills

Frequently asked questions

Is St. Louis worth visiting?

With a blend of dining and culture, there are plenty of things to do in St. Louis. While you're here, visit Forest Park, a leading attraction in the area.

How do I spend a day in St. Louis?

Forest Park and Museum at the Gateway Arch are two good places to start your sightseeing adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in St. Louis while you're here too.

What is the top tourist attraction in St. Louis?

The top tourist attraction in St. Louis is Forest Park, so don't forget to add it to your sightseeing itinerary.

Is three days enough to stay in St. Louis?

Three days in St. Louis is plenty of time to enjoy the city's key attractions. Many travelers spend two days on average. Forest Park, Fox Theater and Anheuser-Busch Brewery are highly rated sights. Want to see more? Stick around a little longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Maryland Heights.

Is St. Louis a walkable city?

That depends on what you plan to see and do in St. Louis. Several key attractions, such as Fox Theater and Anheuser-Busch Brewery, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of St. Louis's best neighborhoods, Downtown St. Louis is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while Downtown West is 0.16 kilometers away from the city center and also within walking distance.

What are some activities to do in St. Louis with kids?

If you are after sights and activities for all of your group, here are some fantastic ideas for what to do in St. Louis with kids.

What to do in St. Louis for adults?

There are lots of things to do in St. Louis, with experiences for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Anheuser-Busch Brewery or Enterprise Center.

Are there free things to do in St. Louis?

One of the top ways to find free things to do in St. Louis is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without getting your cash out. Forest Park is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.