The best things to do in St. Louis
Gateway Arch
St. Louis is blessed with a National Park, right at the heart of the city center. Gateway Arch National Park contains the famous structure, which is the highest man-made monument in the Western Hemisphere. You can travel 630 feet up to the top, via a unique tram ride, and experience unparalleled views of the city and picturesque park below. Plus, there’s the museum below which takes you through St. Louis’ history.
Busch Stadium
Since 2006, Busch Stadium has been the home of baseball in the city, with the St. Louis Cardinals taking to the field in front of nearly 44,000 members of the Cardinal Nation – their fervent fans. If you’re lucky enough to be in town from March to October, catch a ball game. The stadium is so central in Downtown (63102), that you can park up and walk there, shoulder-to-shoulder with the Cardinals faithful.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Step inside this magnificent clear dome structure and discover the leafy wonders of the Missouri Botanical Garden. It’s the second biggest in the US and contains a collection of different attractions. There’s the tranquil 14-acre Japanese garden, a bona fide tropical rainforest in the Climatron Conservatory, as well as European influences in the German, English and Italian-style gardens.
The best St. Louis restaurants
Broadway Oyster Bar
Impeccable seafood and authentic Cajun cuisine can be found when reserving a table at Broadway Oyster Bar. There’s live music from a wide variety of local acts and an endless choice of fresh dishes, including Gulf and Blue Point oysters, scallops, Louisiana crawfish, shrimp and more.
Salt + Smoke
As the name suggests, this is the home of St. Louis style BBQ beef. Serving local classics like St. Louis cut ribs, as well as classics like pork and beef combo plates, Salt + Smoke has a mouthwatering collection of gluten-friendly dishes when you reserve.
Where to stay in St. Louis
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
With views of the iconic Gateway Arch from the eighth-floor terrace, the Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis is perhaps the best hotel to stay in to truly appreciate this wonderful city. It’s situated in Downtown and boasts excellent spa and restaurant facilities on-site.
Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis
Sitting beside the banks of the Mississippi River is the luxurious Four Seasons St. Louis. Its outside pool on the Sky Terrace offers enviable views of the city and the Gateway Arch. Plus, there’s al-fresco dining and even virtual golf with Downtown St. Louis’ only Topgolf Swing Suite.
Best museums in St. Louis
City Museum
One of the most unique exhibitions in the US, City Museum features a perplexing mix of architectural objects and industrial relics. The eccentric displays include MonstroCity, two suspended Sabreliner 40 aircrafts outside, the Enchanted Caves, which are a network of tunnels running from first floor to the tenth, and a circus.
Saint Louis Science Center
Located in Forest Park, Saint Louis Science Center has over 700 interactive exhibits that cover all aspects of science – from Space and Chemistry, to Paleontology and Food. Visit to catch a documentary screened in the OMNIMAX Theater, with its state-of-the-art screen and audio.