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Before you go
Your trip to St. Louis, Missouri.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
St. Louis, Missouri – Missouri Destination St. Louis and Cahokia
How to get there
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St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) 23 km
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Gateway Transportation Center 1 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
St. Louis International Airport (STL) is about 23 km from downtown and is served by the MetroLink Red Line, which reaches downtown in about 30 minutes. Long-distance trains stop at the Gateway Transportation Center, next to downtown.
How many days
Two to three days, including the Gateway Arch and downtown, Forest Park, the botanical garden and, if you travel with children, the City Museum or the amusement park.
When to go
April to June and September to October. In summer it’s hot and humid and the amusement park operates; in winter it’s cold and the Forest Park museums are the main option.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
To downtown and Forest Park: no car needed — MetroLink and buses serve them. To the amusement park in Eureka: driving is the most practical option.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in St. Louis, Missouri
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Morning
Gateway Arch
Go up to the Gateway Arch observation deck, see the museum beneath the arch, and walk along the Mississippi riverfront.
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Afternoon
City Museum and cathedral
Spend the afternoon at the City Museum and, at the end of the day, visit the cathedral basilica and its mosaics.
2 days in St. Louis, Missouri
Day 2
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Morning
Forest Park
Go to Forest Park for the art museum and the zoo.
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Afternoon
Botanical Garden
Finish at the Missouri Botanical Garden, with its Japanese garden and domed greenhouse.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is the Gateway Arch?
A 192-meter stainless steel arch on the banks of the Mississippi River, symbolizing St. Louis’s role as the Gateway to the West. It has an observation deck at the top.
Do you have to pay to enter Forest Park?
There is no general park admission, and the art museum and zoo often do not charge general admission; some exhibitions and indoor attractions require a fee.
What should you eat in St. Louis?
Pork rib barbecue, toasted ravioli (breaded and fried ravioli), and gooey butter cake, a rich buttery cake typical of the city.
What time zone is St. Louis in?
UTC−6 in standard time (Central Time) and UTC−5 from March to November during daylight saving time.