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Viewpoint · Collinsville, Illinois
Gateway Arch Overlook in East St. Louis
Riverside park on the Mississippi in East St. Louis, Illinois, with a frontal view of the Gateway Arch and the city on the other side of the river.
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About Gateway Arch Overlook in East St. Louis
Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park is on the east bank of the Mississippi River in East St. Louis, Illinois, directly across from the Gateway Arch. It offers one of the most complete frontal views of the arch and the downtown St. Louis buildings reflected in the river.
The park has an elevated observation platform, lawns, and riverside paths. Beside it is the Gateway Geyser, a fountain that shoots water to great heights at certain times in the summer, aligned with the arch on the opposite bank.
The stop fits well on the route between St. Louis and Cahokia Mounds, about 15 km away, and lets you see the arch from a distance before or after climbing the overlook.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
30 minutes to an hour.
Best time
Late afternoon and at sunset, when the light hits the arch and the city; in summer, during the geyser’s scheduled times.
How to get there
By car, a few minutes from downtown St. Louis, crossing the river via the Eads Bridge or the Stan Musial Bridge.
Tip
Include the stop en route between St. Louis and Cahokia and check the geyser’s schedule in summer.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Gateway Arch Overlook in East St. Louis
Where can you see the Gateway Arch head-on?
At the riverside park in East St. Louis, on the Illinois side, directly facing the arch.
What is the Gateway Geyser?
A fountain that shoots water to great heights at certain times in summer, located opposite the arch.
Is the park near Cahokia Mounds?
Yes, about 15 km away, on the route between St. Louis and Cahokia.