Travelers looking for great food, great experiences and unforgettable adventures should look no further than St. Louis. St. Louis is sophisticated yet affordable with a variety of world-class attractions, exhibits and culture.
Explore Americana at its finest – take a road trip on the historic Route 66. Along the way, we invite you to visit St. Louis. It’s the largest city along the route between Chicago and Los Angeles. You’ll discover with great delight the many towns and cities along the route that have preserved their heritage, including motels, gas stations, and restaurants.
Explore the beautiful sound of blues music. St. Louis has a rich history with blues music – it’s always been one of the world’s top five indigenous blues music cities. Visit The National Blues Museum to preserve the historical significance of the Blues as the foundation of modern American Music, celebrate the genre’s various styles and recognize musicians who have created, sustained and advanced the art form. St. Louis is an integral part of the long history of the music that helped shape the nation.
Explore one of the best cities for tasty BBQ. Travelers will love St. Louis BBQ as a combination of many styles and cultures of cooking. You can taste the soul in every bite. Across the city, BBQ joints of national and international acclaim can be found on every corner. The out-of-this world flavors have drawn local and national figures including awards and visits from comedians, professional athletes, musicians, fashion designers and more. Bring your appetite – you’ll need it.
Explore the Gateway. Founded in 1935, the Gateway Arch National Park or the “Gateway to the West” rises high above St. Louis. Today, it is a symbol that celebrates the diverse people who have shaped the region and the country. The Gateway Arch is a historical landmark that offers an abundance of things to see and do. The four-minute tram ride to the top takes you to the viewing platform where sixteen windows look out on downtown St. Louis, the Mississippi River, and Illinois. Beyond the views, whether you have a few hours or a full day, visitors will find activities of all kinds. From the thrilling views to the amazing stories, a visit to the Gateway Arch is an experience that never fails to inspire.
Explore under the sea. With so many wonderful things to see and do in St. Louis, Union Station captures the essence of history, fun and entertainment that the city offers. In the Wheel park, guests get a bird’s-eye view of the historic train shed and the iconic St. Louis skyline when they board the neighboring 200-foot St. Louis Wheel. The recently opened St. Louis Aquarium is a stunning addition to Union Station. The 120,000-square-foot attraction features one-of-a-kind exhibits and tanks with 1.3 million gallons of water housing thousands of aquatic species from the rivers and oceans of the world.
There’s so much to explore in St. Louis whether you ride, dine or indulge. Adventure, culture, history and more await! To start planning your tour, visit explorestlouis.com.
