St Louis Vacation & Tourism Guide
photo by Kim Dovell, Chris and Bert
St. Louis makes a stunning first visual impression. It has a look that is all its own, of red brick and cobblestone streets, terra cotta friezes and stained glass. The Mississippi River laps against a cobblestone levee. Reflected in the mighty river are towering office buildings, elegant shopping centers, hotels, and apartment complexes, all well maintained, marking the visible signs of the city's success. All of this makes St. Louis one of America's greatest vacation destinations.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. The Westin St. Louis
Real Traveler Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 239 reviews from 5 sources
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"Had a very pleasant stay at this hotel." — source Priceline
" The rooms are beautiful, the bathroom is awesome!" — source Travelocity
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1. Gateway Arch (The)
The Arch has been a popular tourist attraction since its completion in October 1965. Designed to last 1,000 years, ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Gateway Arch (The)
Sherri Walter in Visit to the Gateway Arch! said
… The gateway arch is one of the most amazing monuments I have ever visited. I am so glad that we made this stop… continue reading »
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2. Anheuser-Busch Brewery
... and beer have in common? Find out while touring the grounds, brewery and stables and while sampling the beer in the hospitality room here. Since its creation in 1855, the brewery has developed into a major landmark and is h... more
Real Travelers who've been to Anheuser-Busch Brewery
the Murray girls in St. Louis said
…, the Anheuser Busch Brewery tour, and the City Museum, but not including the arch. And what is the City Museum, you ask? Well… continue reading »
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3. Grant's Farm
In the 1850s, Ulysses S. Grant began farming this land, which is now a tourist attraction and a home to many ... more
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4. St. Louis Zoo
... One of America' s Top Ten Zoos' by Travel & Leisure Magazine One of the unique features is ' The Living World' . a state- of- the- art education center where live animals ... more
Real Travelers who've been to St. Louis Zoo
Kyle & Dan in Missouri, St Louis: Gateway to Beer and Food said
…, but on the way we drove through Forest Park, where we passed by the St. Louis Zoo and the St. Louis Art Museum, two very impressive areas… continue reading »
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5. Schneithorst's Hofamberg Inn
Really three restaurants in one, this establishment offers dining al fresco in the Biergarten with an open deck, traditional ... more
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6. Magnolia's
Join the disc jockey for funky dancing at the hottest gay bar in the area. Magnolia's attracts a huge crowd that enjoys nightly events like ... more
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7. Magic House (The)
This fun-filled attraction offers kids many hands-on learning activities ... more
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8. City Museum
... St. Louis' s City Museum offers art from recycled materials, artists at work, circus shows, hands- on activities, and ... more
Real Travelers who've been to City Museum
the Murray girls in St. Louis said
…, the Anheuser Busch Brewery tour, and the City Museum, but not including the arch. And what is the City Museum, you ask? Well… continue reading »
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9. Fox Theatre and Tours
... Fox Theatre, opened in 1929 as one of the crown jewels in William Fox's motion picture empire, still provides entertainment today. Throughout the years, the Fabulous Fox, combining stage and screen shows, has been a showcas... more
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10. Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis (The)
... school, Cathedral Basilica offers traditional, core-curriculum-based instruction for grades kindergarten through eighth. Students come from the large, citywide parish of Cathedral Basilica. The school was established in 191... more
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1. Harvest Restaurant
This restaurant has been featured on the Food Network's Dining Around and on PBS' ... more
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2. Truffles
... American Bistro cuisine. Tempt your taste buds with such delicious offerings as Truffles Risotto, Veal or Lamb Chops, Dover Sole & nightly specials. Chef Mark Serice has seasonal fresh seafood ... more
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3. Bar Italia Ristorante
Outstanding Italian food is the hallmark of this casual, yet fashionable, Midtown restaurant. The outdoor ... more
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4. Kemoll's
... like being on your best behavior and feel compelled every so often to slip on pearls and a little black dress or your best funeral suit and tie, you'll enjoy the Kemoll's experience. Like other celebrated Italian restaurant... more
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5. Trattoria Marcella
St. Louis has a reputation for fine Italian restaurants, and Marcella's epitomizes that tradition. Located in the south ... more
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6. Top of the Riverfront
... on the 28th floor of the Millennium Hotel, the Top of the Riverfront is the city's only rooftop revolving restaurant. A St. Louis favorite since 1969, the Top of the Riverfront features distinctive regional American cuisine... more
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7. Charlie Gitto's
This \"Premier Italian Diner\" is located on The Hill and near many attractions and ... more
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8. Duff's Restaurant
Regularly scheduled poetry readings and monthly literary events are what make ... more
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9. Dominic's on the Hill
... :Dominic's has such a high regard for itself that it might accommodate walk-ins, but prefers that you make reservations ahead of time. But there's good reason for the fussiness: Its longstanding reputation as the best Itali... more
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10. Ricardo's Italian Cafe
... has been the anchor in Lafayette Square for over 18 years. From the first moment you step into Ricardo's you will feel as though you are in the home of a family friend. The atmosphere is comfortable and the food is carefull... more
Top Rated St Louis Trips
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Lewis and Clark, and the Arch | Oct 02 10'
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We started out this morning not knowing where we'd stop for the night. Jim wanted to find Willow Springs, Mo. One of his partners retir... Continue reading »
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Go! St. Louis Marathon & Half Marathon | Apr 11 10'
"Run like you stole something!"
You have heard of phrase "suspenders and a belt"? We took that to the extreme this morning. We set three alarms for 5am so we would be... Continue reading »
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The Highs and Lows of St. Louis | Apr 09 10'
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After a short night’s sleep, the gang got up, cleaned up, packed up, and was ready to indulge in a healthy breakfast. The motel we stay... Continue reading »
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Race Expo and a Weasel Sighting | Apr 10 10'
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Everybody roused about 9:00 am this morning. How sweet is that! 10 hours of shuteye two nights before the run qualifies a... Continue reading »
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Why St. Louis? Why a Marathon? Why a Half Marathon? Why?! | Apr 07 10'
""I think I would like to run a Half Marathon." "Stephanie, are you feeling okay?""
This past November, I ran in my first Half Marathon. It was in Tulsa, so I kept things close to home. The training went so well, and I... Continue reading »
