Exuberant, extravagant and electrifying – our list of 5 things to do in St. Louis this weekend is a riot of festivities.
LOT TYPE: Surface
HOURS: 24 Hours – 7 days a week
WHAT’S NEARBY? America’s Center · Ballpark Village · Busch Stadium · Citygarden · The Dome at America’s Center · Gateway Arch · Kiener Plaza · Enterprise Center · Serra Sculpture Park · Washington Avenue ·
LOT TYPE: Garage
HOURS: 7 a.m – 12 a.m. Mon-Sat | 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. Sun
WHAT’S NEARBY? America’s Center · Ballpark Village · Busch Stadium · The Dome at America’s Center · Gateway Arch · Old Courthouse · Old Post Office Plaza
The nation’s premiere exhibit and meeting facility features 502,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space, 84 meeting rooms, a 70,000-seat domed stadium/exhibit hall, a 1,400-seat Ferrara Theatre, a 28,000 sq. ft. ballroom and an exclusive Executive Conference Center. Outstanding catering.
The Touhill Performing Arts Center is a world-class venue on the campus of the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Experience quality arts and entertainment across the spectrum of performing arts genres including comedy, concerts, dance, jazz, classical music, opera, theater and world music.
The Anheuser-Busch Tour Center is located at the south end of the Soulard neighborhood. Take Highway 55 to exit 206 C and follow the signs to the brewery.
On April 10, 2006 the Cardinals opened their new 46,000 seat retro-style downtown ballpark. Since then, the Cardinals have won two World Series Championships and hosted the 80th MLB All-Star Game. Busch Stadium hosts 81 Major League home games each season, from April to October, and is unofficially known by fans as ‘Baseball Heaven’.
Carondelet, founded in 1767, is a historic area east of I-55 and south of River Des Peres offering a diversity of architecture from the mid-19th century to the 21st century. It hosts excellent restaurants, shops, summer concerts, renewed public parks, a theater and a growing public art presence.
The Cathedral Basilica has the world’s largest collection of mosaic art, as well as a museum and shop. Open daily for masses and self-guided tours. Lower-level Mosaic museum, $1 admission.
A new center for the arts in Grand Center was established in 2006. Through the leadership gift of the Centene Charitable Foundation, today the Centene Center for Arts and Education provides state-of-the-art offices and technology to 18 arts organizations.
HOURS: 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. Mon – Fri | Event parking for Busch Stadium & The Dome at America’s Center
WHAT’S NEARBY? America’s Center · Busch Stadium · Citygarden · The Dome at America’s Center ·
Chaifetz Arena is a 10,600-seat, multi-purpose venue on the Saint Louis University campus. Chaifetz Arena hosts concerts ranging from Carrie Underwood to Bob Dylan, family shows including Cirque du Soleil and Disney on Ice, conventions, graduations, and other community events. All Chaifetz Arena events can be found at TheChaifetzArena.com.
More than 30 antique stores, specialty shops, art galleries and restaurants span a 6-block area. Plaques create an opportunity for a self-guided history tour. 10 minutes from downtown St. Louis.
The World Chess Hall of Fame is in the Central West End, a bustling neighborhood located directly across the street from the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis. The WCHOF partners with the Chess Club and Scholastic Center to provide innovative programming and outreach to local, national, and international audiences.
HOURS: Sun – Thurs: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Fri – Sat: 7 a.m. – 1 a.m. | Hours subject to change withut notice.
WHAT’S NEARBY? Gateway Arch · Laclede’s Landing · St. Louis Riverfront · America’s Center · The Dome at America’s Center · City Museum · Old Courthouse · The Old Spaghetti Factory · Morgan Street Brewery · Tigin Irish Pub · National Blues Museum ·
A vibrant and serene blending of lush plantings and internationally renowned sculpture with delights of water, stone, architecture and design. Open and accessible year-round. Located within walking distance of the Gateway Arch.
A national leader in innovative arts education, COCA serves more than 50,000 people of all ages annually through multidisciplinary arts programs. Popular COCA attractions include its Family Theatre Series, which runs September through March, and exhibits of contemporary art in its Millstone Gallery.
LOT TYPE: Garage and Surface
HOURS: 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. Mon – Fri | Event parking for Busch Stadium
WHAT’S NEARBY? Busch Stadium · Citygarden · Federal Court House ·
Downtown features hip nightlife, palate-pleasing dining, diverse visual and performing arts, and is a vibrant neighborhood for all ages. With over 200 restaurants, shops, attractions and more in Downtown St. Louis, there’s something for everyone to do. Visit www.downtownstl.org for more.
Home of the St. Louis Blues Hockey Club, Enterprise Center also features a full range of programming including concerts, family shows and other sporting events. Connected to Enterprise Center is Stifel Theatre.
The Fabulous Fox is a magnificently restored 1929 movie palace in the heart of St. Louis’ Grand Center Arts District. The Fox is the premier live entertainment venue in St. Louis and presents the best of Broadway, concerts, family shows, dance and more.
Forest Park Forever is a non-profit organization made up of passionate park advocates working in partnership with the City of St. Louis to provide maintenance, operations, education, visitor services and capital project management for the largest urban park in the St. Louis region.
The Gateway Arch attracts four million guests each year. At 630 ft, our nation’s tallest man-made monument includes the Journey to the Top, movies, the Gateway Arch Museum and shopping opportunities. Limited accessibility. Buy advance tickets online or by phone.
Two handicap accessible curbside drop off and pickup areas for Arch visitors are located at the west end of Luther Ely Smith Square.
LOT TYPE: Drop-off/Pickup Only.
HOURS: 24 hours – 7 days a week
WHAT’S NEARBY? Gateway Arch · Old Courthouse · Luther Ely Smith Park · Kiener Plaza ·
Grand Center is the major arts and entertainment district in the St. Louis region and is home to more than 30 arts organizations. With 12,000 theater seats and 12 museums and galleries within four blocks, the district hosts more than 1,500 cultural events each year and welcomes over 1.5 million visitors annually.
The Grandel Theatre opened its doors in 1992 and today is home to the award-winning Black Repertory Company as well as St. Louis Shakespeare, and has hosted several national acts, such as “Late Night Catechism” and “Triple Espresso.
Located south of St. Louis, Grant’s Farm is a 281-acre wildlife preserve of more than 900 animals and 100 different species. The Farm, operated by Anheuser-Busch, is named for President Ulysses S. Grant, who farmed the land in the 1850s. Reservations are not required. Parking fee, no admission.
Dogtown is a St. Louis neighborhood with more than 200 years of history. Friendly restaurants please diners and serve families visiting the Zoo. Enjoy a welcoming, close-knit community nestled nearby the world-class attractions of Forest Park.
One of St. Louis’ oldest areas, Historic Soulard was named a National Historic District in 1972. It is home to over thirty fantastic and award-winning restaurants, and comes alive at night with its many pubs and clubs. Additionally, Soulard is home to one of the largest annual Mardi Gras celebrations in the nation.
HOURS: 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. Mon – Fri | Event parking for Busch Stadium & Enterprise Center
WHAT’S NEARBY? Busch Stadium · Citygarden · Federal Courthouse · Enterprise Center ·
HOURS: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. Mon – Fri
WHAT’S NEARBY? Enterprise Center · Stifel Theatre · Soldiers Memorial · Union Station ·
HOURS: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
WHAT’S NEARBY? Busch Stadium · Caleco’s · Gateway Arch · Kiener Plaza · Metropolitan Square · Old Courthouse · St. Louis Place · TGI Fridays ·
WHAT’S NEARBY? Busch Stadium · City Garden · Hooters · Kiener Plaza · Old Courthouse · Wainwright BLDG. · St. Louis Place · TGI Fridays ·
Laclede’s Landing is downtown St. Louis’ only riverfront entertainment and dining destination. Located just north of the Gateway Arch, this historic nine-block area – once the manufacturing, warehousing and shipping hub of St. Louis – is now home to more than twenty great restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs, shops and attractions.
HOURS: 8 a.m. – 4 a.m. Sun – Sat
WHAT’S NEARBY? The Dome at America’s Center · Gateway Arch · Great Rivers Gateway Bike Trails · Laclede’s Landing · Laclede’s Landing Wax Museum · Lumiere Palace Casino & Hotel · Old Spaghetti Factory · Riverfront · Royal Dumpe Dinner Theatre ·
More than 80 works of contemporary sculpture lie within a 105-acre natural landscape. The park hosts several exhibitions and a multitude of cultural events each year. Open daily from 8 a.m. to sunset (except for Christmas Day and the Thursday before the Annual Art Fair on Mother’s Day Weekend). FREE.
The pulse of St. Louis is this epicenter of thrilling entertainment. From the hottest casino action to unsurpassed dining, exhilarating concerts, unforgettable events and energetic nightlife, Lumière Place isn’t just in the heart of St. Louis, it drives the rhythm.
HOURS: 24 Hours per Day
WHAT’S NEARBY? Gateway Arch · Laclede’s Landing · Busch Stadium · Kiener Plaza · America’s Center · The Dome at America’s Center
Two handicap accessible metered parking spots are located on Memorial Drive between Walnut and Market Streets.
LOT TYPE: Metered Accessible Parking Spaces
Three handicap accessible metered parking spots are located on Memorial Drive between Chestnut & Pine.
WHAT’S NEARBY? Gateway Arch · Old Courthouse · Luther Ely Smith Park · Kiener Plaza
The Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum at Washington University features stimulating exhibitions, exceptional educational resources and an outstanding collection of 19th, 20th, and 21st-century European and American art.
The Missouri Botanical Garden in South St. Louis is the oldest botanical garden in continuous operation in the nation. Highlights include a tropical rain forest inside the Climatron® geodesic dome; the 14-acre Japanese strolling garden, Seiwa-en; a seasonal Children’s Garden; and founder Henry Shaw’s original country estate.
The Missouri History Museum in Forest Park offers traveling museum exhibitions; tours; theatrical and musical presentations; family activities; special events; workshops; programs for school classes and youth groups; and presentations on a variety of topics related to history.
The Nine Network of Public Media is a multifaceted media organization providing programs and services on four channels — Nine PBS, Nine World, Nine Create and Nine Kids — and through numerous community and online engagement platforms, including nineNet.org.
HOURS: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. 7 days a week
WHAT’S NEARBY? America’s Center · Ballpark Village · Busch Stadium · Citygarden · The Dome at America’s Center · Gateway Arch · Kiener Plaza · Old Courthouse · Serra Sculpture Park
Scene of the Dred Scott trials. Galleries depict the history of St. Louis from its French and Spanish roots to its role in westward expansion. Trial reenactments, ranger tours. Open daily, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
HOURS: Mon-Tue: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Fri: 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Sat: 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. | Sun: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
WHAT’S NEARBY? Park Pacific Apartments · Stifel Theatre · Enterprise Center · SLU Law · Soldiers Memorial · Washington Avenue ·
The Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center offers three woodland trails on 112 acres. It also features exhibits, a wildlife viewing area and a gift shop. Closed Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.
Home of the world-renowned St. Louis Symphony, the historic Powell Hall hosts more than 100 concerts per year, making it the destination for live music in St. Louis.
The Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts serves not only as a viewing place for art but also as a place where ideas, programs, and discussions about art, architecture, and culture are cultivated. Situated in St. Louis’ Grand Center district, the Pulitzer presents changing exhibitions and engages in a variety of programming initiatives involving the visual, literary, and performing arts.
HOURS: Mon-Wed: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Thu: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m. | Fri: 6 a.m. – 1 a.m. | Sat: 8 a.m. – 1 a.m. | Sun: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
WHAT’S NEARBY? America’s Center · Busch Stadium · Ballpark Village · The Dome at America’s Center · Gateway Arch · Gateway Arch · Kiener Plaza · Laclede’s Landing · Lumiere Palace Casino & Hotel · Old Courthouse ·
River City was voted “The Best Casino” in 2010 and truly offers “The Best Dining,” “The Best Odds” and the “Best Rewards.” Nestled in South St. Louis, River City offers every amenity with the utmost comfort and convenience. It’s your “Best” chance to win – and win big!
The Saint Louis Science Center is one of the top five science centers in the United States. Throughout the four-story OMNIMAX Theater, the state-of-the-art Boeing Hall, the air-supported EXPLORADOME and the James S. McDonnell Planetarium, there are more than 700 exhibits to explore.
Named America’s #1 Zoo by Zagat Survey and Parenting Magazine, the Saint Louis Zoo is widely recognized for its innovative approaches to animal management, wildlife conservation, research and education. One of the few free zoos in the nation, it attracts about 3,000,000 visitors a year.
The Scott Joplin House is the home of the famous ragtime composer Scott Joplin and a national Historic Landmark. Tours daily on the hour. Adults, $2.50; children 6-12, $1.50; children under 6, free.
Two museum galleries containing military-related items of both local and national historic significance, such as photographs, posters and printed materials; uniforms, flags, medals, firearms, edged weapons and a range of war-time memorabilia from the battlefront and home front.
Soulard Market is the oldest farmers market west of the Mississippi. Here, shoppers can find a variety of fresh foods, flowers and hand-made goods, among other delicious and unique items. With over 80 vendors selling an array of items, you’re sure to walk away with something spectacular.
The area between Arsenal and Utah is a hub to the St. Louis International Community and home to cultural events, convenient services and flourishing restaurants and shops. Visit a vegetarian-friendly café, an award-winning Vietnamese restaurant, a hip martini bar and more.
HOURS: 24 hours per day
WHAT’S NEARBY? America’s Center · Ballpark Village · Busch Stadium · Citygarden · The Dome at America’s Center · Gateway Arch · Kiener Plaza · Laclede’s Landing · Old Courthouse · Washington Avenue
WHAT’S NEARBY? America’s Center · Busch Stadium · The Dome at America’s Center · Gateway Arch · Magnolia Hotel · Old Post Office Plaza · Orpheum Theatre · Schnucks Culinaria Grocery · St. Louis Convention Center – Renaissance Hotel · Washington Avenue
Having recently undergone a $70 million restoration, historic Central Library has been the heart of the St. Louis Public Library system since it opened in 1912. Central is poised to serve St. Louisans for another 100 years.
St. Louis Public Radio 90.7 KWMU provides the St. Louis region with award-winning, in-depth news, insightful discussion and entertaining programs, and is the region’s source for NPR. St. Louis Public Radio, which broadcasts in HD on 90.7, 90.7-2 and 90.7-3, is a member-supported service of the University of Missouri-St. Louis.
A National Historic Landmark of unsurpassed beauty and elegance. The structure’s amazing architecture and its unique specialty shops, restaurants and entertainment venues that fill the Train Shed are not to be missed. Memories Museum, Self-Guided Tour, Free Guided Tour.
WHAT’S NEARBY? Busch Stadium · Ballpark Village · Drury Plaza Hotel · Hilton at the Ballpark · St. Louis Community College · Gateway Arch · Deloitte Building ·
WHAT’S NEARBY? Busch Stadium · Ballpark Village · City Garden · Westin St. Louis · Bank of America Plaza
Completed in 1995 on budget and ahead of schedule, The Dome is used for entertainment, sporting events and conventions.
Recognized nationally and treasured locally, the Italian Hill neighborhood comes to life everyday with great restaurants, specialty shops and tours. Discover St. Louis’ greatest tradition, 10 minutes from downtown.
The Loop is a vibrant restaurant, shopping, arts and entertainment district. Dine at one of the award-winning restaurants, see a concert, stop in a clothing boutique, and enjoy the St. Louis Walk of Fame along the sidewalks. Right on the MetroLink!
The Magic House, a nationally acclaimed children’s museum, offers hundreds of hands-on educational exhibits to spark the imaginations of kids from 1 to 101. Explore the Children’s Village, a mini community just for kids, try out the President’s desk and climb the three-story beanstalk.
The MX District is a diverse mix of restaurants, retail and entertainment at the nexus of downtown St. Louis’ business, tourism and entertainment centers. Grab dinner or a glass of wine, go shopping, watch a movie or stay the night!
Located in the heart of Grand Center, The Sheldon is one of St. Louis’ greatest cultural treasures, presenting the best in jazz, folk, classical and world music, as well as rotating exhibits of photography, painting, sculpture, architecture and more.
Tower Grove Park came into existence on October 20, 1868, when Henry Shaw conveyed his lands to the City of St. Louis, by deed of gift. Tower Grove Park is 289 acres. It is the second largest park in St. Louis, but the only urban park in the Midwest that is a national historic landmark.
Our friendly and informed volunteers are available to answer all of your questions about your visit to St. Louis. Pick up free brochures, maps and up-to-date event information on St. Louis area attractions and restaurants or grab a copy of the Official St. Louis Visitors Guide.
