St. Louis History

Since 1965, when construction workers placed the final piece of steel at the apex of the Gateway Arch, over 25 million sightseers have journeyed to the top. Also known as the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, the Arch stands as the 630-foot tall gatekeeper to the Midwest, making it the tallest national monument in the United States, and the 4th most-visited tourist attraction in the world. Its juxtaposition between the Mississippi River and the historical city of St. Louis provides sightseers with much more than a bit of vertigo at journey's end. Whether you check out the exhibits in the Museum of Westward Expansion, take a ride to the top, dine on the riverfront, or indulge in one of the many activities or exhibits, a visit to the Gateway Arch Riverfront offers a multitude of fun things to see and do.

The oldest city on the Missouri River and the first state capitol of Missouri, historic St. Charles is an area wrought with cobblestone streets and a view of the past. Step into quaint shops and breathe in the fresh scents of cinnamon and chocolate. Delight your ears as street musicians serenade you with the folk songs of yesteryear. Enjoy crafts demonstrations and learn what it was like to be a pioneer during one of the most exciting periods in American history.

In St. Louis, the area known as The Hill is synonymous with great Italian food.