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.