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The history of St Louis has been heavily influenced by westward expansion and blues music. The big "must-see" in this region is the Gateway Arch, while other important sites include the Museum of Westward Expansion, the St Louis Cathedral and the Anheuser-Busch factory tour. The city offers plenty for the whole family. Children will enjoy the local zoo and the Magic House, while family members will also want to unwind at Forest Park, home to the World's Fair almost a century ago.
 
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Westin St. Louis
Drury Plaza Hotel at the Arch
Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel
Hilton St. Louis Frontenac
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis-Southwest


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Don't-Miss Attractions
TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten track, but all are worth a visit.
Signature attractionSignature attraction
Gateway Arch: This famous 630-foot marvel of engineering is known as the "Gateway to the West".
Address: 707 N 1st St, btwn Memorial Dr & Lenore K. Sullivan Blvd, on the riverfront, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314 982 1410
Admission fee
For history buffsFor history buffs
Museum of Westward Expansion: Museum chronicling the hardships encountered during the overland migration of the 19th century, which shaped the American West.
Address: 11 N. Fourth Street, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314-655-1700
Admission fee
Scott Joplin House State Historic Site: A historic site dedicated to Joplin, an African-American composer whose music was immortalised in the film "The Sting".
Address: 2658 Delmar Blvd., Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314-533-1003
Admission fee
Good for kidsGood for kids
St. Louis Zoo: Visitors are wowed by this zoo that has 6600 animals and 15 major exhibit areas.
Address: 1 Government Dr, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314 781 0900
Free
The Magic House: This fun-filled attraction offers children many hands-on learning activities and provides a special area for younger children.
Address: 516 S Kirkwood Rd, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314 822 8900
Admission fee
City Museum: Like no other museum you've seen before, this imaginative learning center features a multi-level enchanted forest, giant aquarium, participatory circus and a museum of oddities.
Address: 701 N 15th St, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314 231 2489
Urban oasisUrban oasis
Forest Park: The site of the 1904 World's Fair, America's second-largest urban park is a prime St Louis recreation spot.
Address: north of US 40 btwn Kingshighway and Skinker Blvds, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314 289 5300
Free
Architectural landmarkArchitectural landmark
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis: Built between 1907 and 1909, this Cathedral is known for its beautiful interior mosaics, which took nearly 80 years to create using more than 41 million pieces of tile.
Address: 4431 Lindell Blvd, at Newstead Ave, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314 373 8200
Free
Local flavourLocal flavour
Anheuser Busch Brewery Tour: Tour the famous Clydesdale stables, brewhouse and packaging plant of one of the biggest names in beer.
Address: 12th & Lynch Sts, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314 577 2626
Free
RestaurantsRestaurants
Sidney Street Cafe: Artistically prepared meats and seafood dominate the cafe menu. Inventive appetizers include lobster turnovers and crab corn cakes.
Address: 2000 Sidney St, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314-771-5777
Service is friendly and efficient.
Zia's on the Hill: Classic Italian dishes and a cozy atmosphere draw crowds to this family-run restaurant. A selection of international wines complements the menu.
Address: 5256 Wilson Ave, Saint Louis, Missouri
Phone: (314) 776-0020
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Where to Stay
Our editorial team selected local hotels and resorts that have good reputations and good deals. Because we know travellers' budgets differ vastly, we chose hotels at different price points rather than listing the city's top five hotels, which might all be in the same price range.
Luxury hotelsLuxury hotels
Westin St. Louis
Popularity index: #5 in Saint Louis
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Drury Plaza Hotel at the Arch
Popularity index: #3 in Saint Louis
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Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel
Popularity index: #47 in Saint Louis
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Hilton St. Louis Frontenac
Popularity index: #1 in Frontenac
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Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis-Southwest
Popularity index: #1 in Valley Park
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Recommended Reading
"St. Louis with Kids: Where to Stay & What to do"  Family Vacation Critic
St. Louis with Kids: Where to Stay & What to do
"'Meet Me in St. Louis'"  Gayot.com
Spend a long weekend visiting the "Gateway To The West" and fill up on its history, great dining and cultural diversity.
"Side Trips in St. Louis: A Holiday for Eccentrics"  New York Times (free registration required), 8 Feb 2008
St. Louis is filled with fun and unique attractions to visit.
"36 Hours In: St. Louis"  New York Times (free registration required), 31 Mar 2006
Stop in and visit one of America's classic cities.
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