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Pappy's Smokehouse

Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries

￥20,590
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Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries
The Gateway Arch National Park & Museum

StL's Signature "Sights and Bites" - Private Tour in St. Louis

￥27,932
per adult
StL's Signature "Sights and Bites" - Private Tour in St. Louis
St. Louis: Gateway Ghouls and Hauntings Walking Tour

St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows

￥3,831
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour

Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour

￥3,990
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Landmarks Downtown-West Walking Tour

Landmarks Downtown-West Walking Tour

￥3,192
per adult
Landmarks Downtown-West Walking Tour
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App

Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App

￥1,237
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
Saint Louis Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

St. Louis & Gateway Arch NP Self Guided Drive & Walk Audio Tour

￥2,712
per traveler
St. Louis & Gateway Arch NP Self Guided Drive & Walk Audio Tour
St. Louis: Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Ghost Tour

St. Louis: Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Ghost Tour

￥4,377
per adult
St. Louis: Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Ghost Tour
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Busch Stadium

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Home of the St. Louis Cardinals, Busch Stadium offers pristine views of the Gateway Arch and city skyline. Reserve seats in the Redbird Club for enhanced amenities and an immersive baseball atmosphere.
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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.

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Central West End

The ample dining options and lush forests are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by World Chess Hall of Fame or Blue Strawberry while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Central West End Station to get around town.

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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.

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The Grove

The Grove might not have many top sights, but St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Lafayette Square

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Lafayette Square. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.

Popular day trips from St. Louis

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Fenton

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Maryland Heights

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Collinsville

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Kirkwood

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Chesterfield

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St. Charles

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East St. Louis

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Mehlville

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.