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Founded by the French in 1764 as a fur-trading settlement on the west bank of the Mississippi River, St. Louis was destined for immediate success. Settlers came from New Orleans, followed by French-Canadian trappers. Next were the explorers, including the Lewis and Clark expedition. Families traveling to the mysterious western regions of the country passed through, and some settled in St. Louis. Railway workers arrived in the 1850's, among them immigrants from Germany, Ireland, Italy, and other European countries. African-Americans settled there, some still slaves; others freed. Their combined skills and crafts enriched the city and helped to mold its character.

The construction of the 630 foot Gateway Arch in the 1960's was intended to bring recognition to St. Louis as the "Gateway to the West" in those days of pioneer settlement. It accomplished far more than the original intent, however. The Arch helped spark the rebirth of downtown St. Louis, which until then had been abandoned in the rush for the suburbs. What followed was one of the country's largest urban renewal projects and a billion dollar building boom which resulted in the vital and energetic city that is St. Louis today.

St. Louis makes a stunning first visual impression. It has a look that is all its own of red brick, cobblestone streets, terra cotta friezes and stained glass. The Mississippi River laps against a cobblestone levee reflecting towering office buildings, elegant shopping centers, hotels, and apartment complexes, all well maintained, and the visible signs of the city's success.

The historic homes and businesses of St. Louis are beautiful reminders of the community's commitment to restoration. From the old world Anheuser-Busch Brewery, to Federal row houses, Greek Revival mansions and country villas, the styles are stately and their interiors are lovingly preserved.

St. Louis offers attractions of interest to the whole family at a nominal cost. Admission to many of the museums and historic sites is free! There is no charge, for example, to visit the St. Louis Zoo. The public transportation system whisks visitors around the city center easily and efficiently. For visits to the vast outlying areas, a car is preferable.

Visitors can ride a tram to the top of the Arch, and look out and watch the Mississippi River flow by the city below. Follow this with a visit to the museum under the Arch and the nearby Old Cathedral, the oldest church in St. Louis. Just across the street is the Old Courthouse, the site of the Dred Scott trial.

In spring and summer, there is always time to check out a Mark McGwire homerun at a Cardinals baseball game, and then visit the International Bowling Hall of Fame across from the stadium. After the game, take the family to one of the many excellent nearby restaurants for great Italian cuisine. If you prefer French food, that is readily available also. Not far away, the shopping is spectacular at St. Louis Centre, one of the country's largest urban malls, or at the completely restored Union Station.

In Forest Park, visit the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Zoo, the Muny Opera and the Science Center, with life-size animated dinosaurs, hands-on exhibits, and an Omnimax Theater. Nearby is the historic Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, which houses one of the world's largest collections of mosaic art.

For a night on the town, take in Grand Center arts and entertainment. Enjoy a concert by the world class St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Visit the "Fabulous Fox" Theatre and the St. Louis Black Repertory Company. Then head for one of St. Louis's many pubs, microbreweries or a riverboat casino.

Allow time in your schedule for a stroll through St. Louis' historic neighborhoods of Laclede's Landing, Soulard, The Hill and Central West End. All of these are places for good shopping and fine food. Visit the historic Scott Joplin House to get a sense of ragtime music's beginnings. Children will be delighted by Grant's Farm, The Magic House, the City Museum and the Children's Zoo.

Eureka, on I-44, is best known for Six Flags St. Louis, an immense family theme park and the accompanying Hurricane Harbor Water Park.

Father west on I-70 is the old French village of St. Charles with its Lewis & Clark Center, First Missouri State Capitol Building, restored riverfront historic district, an authentic showboat and a casino. About 20 miles southwest of St. Charles on Highways 94 and F (near Defiance) is the Daniel Boone Home, where the Boone family settled in the late 1790s.

Highway 94 then winds west through the river hills to the German towns of Augusta, Dutzow and Berger, with their wonderful wineries.

Within a two-hour drive of downtown St. Louis, you can experience living history in restored towns and villages, visit Mark Twain's boyhood home and Abraham Lincoln's final resting place, explore enormous caves, canoe on clear rivers and sample Missouri's finest wines. This is just a small sample of what makes St. Louis one of America's great vacation destinations!

Featured Attractions

Gateway Arch-Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
St. Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-923-3048

The Gateway Arch Riverfront area attracts more than four million guests annually. At 630 feet, the Arch is the nation's tallest man made monument. If you’re not claustrophobic, you’ll enjoy the tram ride to the top, where the view is amazing. A Lewis & Clark exhibit is located in the museum at the base of the arch, where you can also watch a film that illustrates the rigors of building the great monument. While you’re in the riverfront area, you might want to take a sightseeing cruise, dinner cruise, private charter or specialty cruise on the Mississippi River.

Historic Aircraft Restoration Museum
3127 Creve Coeur Mill Road
St. Louis, MO 63146
314-434-3368

The Historic Aircraft Restoration Museum houses one of the largest collections of flying antique, classic and sport aircraft in the country. Included in the collection are an original "Cub," the "Timm Collegiate" flown by Charles Lindbergh and the first "Curtiss Air Sedan," which was made in St. Louis. Open cockpit biplane rides are available.

Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
2658 Delmar Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-340-5790

The Scott Joplin House is a State Historic Site and National Historic Landmark. Tours are available of this restored post-Civil War structure where the famous ragtime composer once lived.

Anheuser Busch Consumer Hospitality Center
One Busch Place
St. Louis, MO 63118
314-577-2626

Tour the Anheuser Busch Brewery for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to brew this world-famous beer. Follow the process from start to finish and enjoy a sample at the end of the tour. You’ll also get to view the famous Clydesdale horses on this tour.

Black World History Museum
2505 Saint Louis Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63106
314-241-7057

Visit the Black World History Museum to view life-size likenesses of famous African-American Missourians including George Washington Carver, Dred and Harriett Scott and Clark Terry.

The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House
15193 Olive Boulevard
Chesterfield, MO 63017
636-530-0076

Visitors to the Butterfly House will see thousands of butterflies in free flight and witness the mystery of metamorphosis. An educational experience and a delight to see.

Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis
4431 Lindell Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-373-8240

Tours are available of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, which boasts the world’s largest collection of mosaic art. The cathedral is open daily for Mass, and a museum and shop are also on site.

Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-577-9400 or 800-642-8842

The Missouri Botanical Garden was founded in 1859, making it the oldest botanical park in the country. It features 79 acres of landscaping and historic structures, including a tropical rainforest, an authentic Japanese strolling garden and founder Henry Shaw's original estate home.

St. Louis Art Museum
One Fine Arts Drive
Forest Park
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-721-0072

The St. Louis Art Museum was originally the Fine Arts Palace of the 1904 World's Fair. Today, it is one of the nation's leading comprehensive art museums and features works from virtually every culture and time period.

St. Louis Union Station
1820 Market Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-421-6655

St. Louis Union Station was once the world’s largest train station. Today, it is a shopping, dining and entertainment venue with 80 locally and nationally known stores and restaurants.

Forest Park
Bounded by I-64, Kingshighway, Lindell & Skinker
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-289-5300

Forest Park is one of the largest urban parks in the United States. At 1,370 acres, it is approximately 500 acres larger than Central Park in New York City. In 1904, the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, the greatest of the World's Fairs, drew more than 19 million visitors from around the world to Forest Park. Within Forest Park are the Art Museum, Science Center, Zoo, Jewel Box greenhouse, History Museum and The Muny theatre, as well as a biking and jogging path, ice skating rink and lakes.

Historic Old Courthouse
11 North 4th Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-655-1700

The Old Courthouse is the scene of the Dred Scott trial. Galleries depict the history of St. Louis from its French and Spanish roots to its role in westward expansion. Activities include trial reenactments and ranger tours.

American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog
1721 South Mason Road
St. Louis, MO 63131
314-821-3647

This fine arts museum is dedicated to man’s best friend showcasing displays that include paintings, artifacts, a gift shop, library, and more.

Bellefontaine Cemetery
4947 West Florissant Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63115
314-381-0750

Grave sites include William Clark, Adolphus Busch, Sara Teasdale, the Wainwright tomb, and more.

Calvary Cemetery
5239 West Florissant Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63115
314-381-1313

Grave sites include Tennessee Williams, Dred Scott, and other architecturally significant tombs and memorials.

Casino Queen
200 South Front Street
East St. Louis, IL 62201
618-874-5000

Boasting the loosest slots in the Midwest! Free parking and admission!

Eads Bridge
St. Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO 63103

This bridge was built in 1874 and was the first to span across the Mississippi River at St. Louis. Pedestrians and cyclists can cross the bridge for breathtaking views of the St. Louis skyline.

Gateway Arch Riverboats
707 North First Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-982-1410

Take a one-hour sightseeing cruise. They also offer dinner cruises and a moonlit cruise. Live music on each cruise. Reservations required.

Harrah’s St. Louis Casino & Hotel
777 Casino Center Drive
St. Louis, MO 63043
314-770-8100

This Mardi Gras themed casino offers 2,700 slots and over 50 table games under one roof! Live entertainment and restaurants on premises. Free admission!

Holocaust Museum & Learning Center
12 Millstone Campus Drive
St. Louis, MO 63146
314-432-0020

They offer a resource library and oral history archives along with photos, artifacts, and audio-visual displays. Free admission!

Laumeier Sculpture Park
12580 Rott Road
St. Louis, MO 63127
314-821-1209

One of the major sculpture parks in the U.S.!

Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing
On the Riverfront Trail
28 East Grand
St. Louis, MO 63147
314-416-9930

This historical marker is the first nationally designated Underground Railroad site in Missouri. Free admission.

Museum of Contemporary Religious Art (MOCRA)
3700 West Pine Pedestrian Mall
St. Louis University
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-977-7170

This is the world’s first museum of interfaith contemporary art housed in a former chapel. Free admission.

President Casino
St. Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-622-3000

Features slots, blackjack, craps, roulette, live poker, and food! Free downtown hotel shuttle!

St. Louis Fire Department Museum
1421 North Jefferson Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63106
314-289-1933

View historic firefighting equipment and memorabilia. Free admission.

St. Louis Walk of Fame
6504 Delmar
St. Louis, MO 63130
314-727-STAR

More than 110 stars and informative plaques honoring famous St. Louisans. Restaurants, shopping, arts, and entertainment offered in this district. Stars include John Goodman, Chuck Berry, Tina Turner, and more.

Wildwood Plantation
40 Dames Court
St. Louis, MO 63135
314-521-7975

150 year-old plantation built by slaves and each room of this historical landmark will take you back where time stood still and life was laid back.

St. Louis Zoo
One Government Drive
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-781-0900

The St. Louis Zoo delights visitors with its collection of more than 6,600 animals. Check out the new penguin exhibit and the Insectarium. Natural habitat areas include Big Cat Country and Jungle of the Apes.

Six Flags - St. Louis
4900 Six Flags Road
Eureka, MO 63025
636-938-4800

Six Flags-St. Louis gives visitors a thrill at every turn. This nationally known theme park sports exciting roller coasters, family rides, entertainment venues and other attractions. To cool off, visit Hurricane Harbor next door. The 12-acre water park is free with Six Flags admission and features several water-related rides and attractions.

Magic House – St. Louis Children’s Museum
516 South Kirkwood Road
St. Louis, MO 63122
314-822-8900

The Magic House-St. Louis Children’s Museum features more than 100 hands-on educational exhibits for kids of all ages – including adults! The three-story slide is especially fun.

Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis
4746 Gravois Road
St. Louis, MO 63116
314-832-7790

The Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis features permanent and rotating exhibits showcasing dolls and dollhouses, roomboxes and vignettes, furniture and accessories in all scales. An onsite gift shop and library are devoted to miniatures.

St. Louis Science Center
5050 Oakland Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-289-4400 or 800-456-7572

The St. Louis Science Center will keep a family busy all day with 700 hands-on exhibits. Topics include environment, aviation, technology, dinosaurs (some are life-size) and more. Don’t miss the James S. McDonnell Planetarium’s Boeing Space Station experience. An OMNIMAX® Theater and traveling exhibitions are also featured.

World Aquarium
701 North 15th Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-647-9594

The St. Louis Children’s Aquarium is a living museum that encourages fun, interactive hands-on learning. You’ll find 125 exhibits and more than 10,000 animals from the Mississippi and Amazon Rivers and oceans. See a living coral reef, hold a box turtle and pet a shark.

Challenger Learning Center – St. Louis
205 Brotherton Lane
St. Louis, MO 63135
314-521-6205

Hands-on space simulation experiences for people of all ages!

The Eugene Field House and the St. Louis Toy Museum
634 South Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-421-4689

Open February through December, special exhibits and toys on display in the childhood home of Eugene Field.

Grant’s Farm
10501 Gravois Road
St. Louis, MO 63123
314-843-1700

This Busch family estate was once owned by Ulysses S. Grant and offers animal shows, petting area, and a tram ride through the wildlife preserve. Free admission!

Royal Dumpe Dinner Theatre
809 North Second Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-621-5800

Join King Henry VIII, his court jester, and favorite serving wenches for a fun filled four course dinner and musical comedy revue specializing in audience participation.

Suson Park Animal Farm
6059 Wells Road
St. Louis, MO 63128
314-638-2100

Enjoy free admission to this charming small farm offering farm animals for your viewing pleasure.

Turtle Playground
Oakland & Tamm Avenues
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-289-5300

Giant turtle sculptures overlook Forest Park. Open year round with free admission!

Upper Limits Rock Climbing Gym
326 South 21st Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-241-7625

Offers 35 foot walls and 10,000 square feet of climbing space!

February

Mardi Gras
314-771-5110

This Mardi Gras celebration begins with a parade through downtown St. Louis and carries on for three weeks with a variety of activities.

May

St. Louis Storytelling Festival
314-516-5961

The St. Louis Storytelling Festival features performances by storytellers from around the country.

July

Fair St. Louis
314-434-3434

Fair St. Louis features free concerts with nationally known and local bands, air shows, storytellers, crafts, fireworks, a barbecue competition and more.

September

St. Louis Art Fair
314-863-0278

This nationally recognized fair is one of the best in the country offering more than 150 visual artists from around the country displaying and selling original works. Musical performances and children’s activities abound during this fair!

October

St. Louis Strassenfest
636-225-1730

The St. Louis Strassenfest features authentic German music, food, beers and wines, family activities, arts and craft booths, rides and more.

December

Annual Holiday Parlour Tour in Soulard
314-621-6226

Features homes that are exquisitely decorated for the holidays.

Annual Holiday Gala
314-291-1880

Featuring live entertainment, give-a-ways, food, and more!

Population:

396,700+ in the city center
2.56 million in the greater St. Louis area

Time Zone:

Central

Climate:

St. Louis enjoys four distinct seasons. Summers are warm, with temperatures in the 80s, capable of topping out in the 90s. Days with extremely high temps are few and far between though, and the evenings cool into the 60s. Fall brings milder temperatures, and even in the height of winter, the average highs are in the 30s and 40s. Average annual snowfall is less than 20 inches. Temperatures are back into the 60s by April and are accompanied by rain showers.

Airport:

Lambert St. Louis International Airport (STL)
10701 Lambert International Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63145
314-426-8000

Rail:

Amtrak
800-USA-RAIL

Bus:

Greyhound
800-231-2222

Getting Around St. Louis:

St. Louis Regional Transit
Metro Bus and Metrolink Rail
314-231-2345

Taxis:

Yellow Cab of St. Louis
314-993-TAXI

Laclede Cab Co.
314-652-3456

County Cab Company
314-993-TAXI

Visitor Information:

St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission
701 Convention Plaza, Suite 300
St. Louis, MO 63101
314-421-1023

Dining:

Giovanni’s on the Hill
5201 Shaw Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-772-5958

Giovanni’s on the Hill is a local favorite. Waiters in black tie will serve you beneath the soft light of chandeliers. Appetizers include calamari sautéed with onion and garlic and entrees include grilled swordfish with roasted vegetables, bow-tie pasta with smoked salmon in an Alfredo sauce and mussels with linguine and a tasty tomato sauce.

Morgan Street Brewery
721 North Second Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-231-9970

The Morgan Street Brewery is housed in a 19th century historic building in Laclede’s Landing. The microbrewery and restaurant features exposed brick walls, visible ductwork and mosaic-tiled floors. Handcrafted beers include ales, lagers, pilsners, and Weisse beers, all brewed on the premises. The eclectic menu features gourmet pizza, pasta dishes, burgers, duck cakes, red snapper hash and orange habañero baby back ribs.

Portabella Restaurant
15 North Central Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63105
314-725-6588

Crazy for mushrooms? You’ll love Portabella. This contemporary Mediterranean restaurant features portabella mushrooms throughout the menu, beginning with an appetizer of grilled portabella and asparagus topped with a balsamic vinaigrette. Entrees include specialty pizzas, house-made pastas (try the goat cheese with smoked ravioli) and fresh fish and seafood dishes.

Nightlife:

Laughs on The Landing
801 North Second Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-241-5233

The best improve comedy shows in the region with the most unique bar! They offer food and patio seating.

Sub Zero Vodka Bar
308 North Euclid Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-367-1200

Enjoy this unique bar that offers a 28 foot ice bar, plasma TV, and the best Vodka selection on the Riverfront!

The Beale on Broadway
701 South Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-621-7880

Live blues seven nights a week with 20 draft beers and Cajun and Southern cuisine for your enjoyment!

Featured Destination Hotels

Holiday Inn Express ST. LOUIS AIRPORT RIVERPORT

Whether you're looking for the perfect weekend getaway, or a hotel built with the corporate traveler in mind, the Holiday Inn Express Airport / Riverport Hotel is your choice in St. Louis. Located at the junction of Interstates 70 and 270, the Holiday Inn Express St. Louis Airport / Riverport is just minutes from St. Louis Mills Mall - Missouri's largest indoor outlet mall. We also offer easy access to all major St. Louis attractions such as Six Flags, Harrah's & Ameristar Casinos, and Busch Stadium, as well as the expanding St. Charles / St. Peters area. We offer complimentary transportation for all guests to and from St. Louis International Airport - Lambert Field, St. Louis Mills Mall, local businesses, casinos, dining and nightlife within a 5-mile radius of the hotel. We offer the Express Start Breakfast Bar every morning as well as complimentary wireless high speed Internet access throughout the hotel. We also have a limited number of rooms equipped with hard wired access for Government travelers. Join us for our Complimentary Manager's Reception every Tuesday night from 5:00pm - 6:30pm offering appetizers, beer, wine and soda (excluding holiday weeks).The Holiday Inn Express St. Louis Airport / Riverport Hotel is just minutes from Verizon Wireless Ampitheatre, Federal Express, Express Scripts, and many more making it the top spot in St. Louis for convenience and comfort! This hotel is committed to providing accessible facilities under the American Disabilities Act. If your accessibility needs are not met, please contact the Hotel Manager on Duty. Should you require additional information regarding accessible facilities for guests with disabilities, please call 1-800-Holiday (U.S. and Canada) or contact the hotel directly. For the hearing impaired, TDD service is available at 1-800-238-5544 within the U.S. and Canada. More Information..

Best Western St. Louis Inn

This St. Louis, Missouri hotel provides excellent guest amenities 15 minutes from attractions, museums and conventions in downtown St. Louis. The Best Western St. Louis Inn is a charming retreat near the fun and excitement of the city of St. Louis. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, guests experience first-class treatment and services in a convenient location. Each well-appointed guest room features cable satellite television, microwave and refrigerator. Guests staying at this St. Louis hotel enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast including waffle bar, use of an indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour fitness room and free high-speed wireless Internet. The property also features meeting and banquet facilities and a friendly hotel staff is available to assist guests in planning a well-organized event. Fax and copy services are also available. Hotel guests are less than 20 miles from the famous Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, and Anheuser Busch Brewery. Visitors are 21 miles from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Make a reservation today and save at the Best Western St. Louis Inn! More Information..

Courtyard St. Louis Airport Earth City

Minutes from local corporations, major interstates and the airport, the Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Airport/Earth City is perfect for business or pleasure travelers. Features free high-speed Internet, comfortable work areas and spacious rooms. More Information..

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