Missouri Botanical Garden

City Museum

The Gateway Arch

Armory STL

Egg@midtown

Griot Museum of Black History

CITYPARK

The Tower Grove Farmers' Market

None of the Above

City Foundry STL

360 Rooftop Bar

Bar K St. Louis

Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery

The Pennywell St.Louis Downtown, a Hilton Hotel

St. Louis Riverfront

St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station

Chaifetz Arena

Old Rock House

Angad Arts Hotel

Saint Louis Zoo

Rooster

St. Louis Union Station

Grant's Farm

Saint Louis Art Museum

St. Louis Lambert International Airport

St. Louis Downtown Airport

Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station

Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis

Enterprise Center

Busch Stadium

MoKaBe's Coffeehouse

Coffeestamp

Corner 17

Boathouse at Forest Park

Charlie Gitto's On the Hill

Favazza's on the Hill

Forest Park

St. Louis Muny Theater in Forest Park

St. Louis Missouri, well known for the iconic Gateway Arch that overlooks the city. Full of history, great eats and culture, St. Louis is the perfect weekend getaway. Recently updated with new spots to explore for your upcoming visit. 

This guide includes over 30 of our recommendations, including:
- Where to Stay
- Where to Eat
- Gateway Arch National Park Info
- Things to Do & See
- Plus a list of great alternative options to extend your weekend trip

St. Louis, MO, USA

A Weekend in St. Louis, Missouri

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Louie

Sasha's Wine Bar

Olive + Oak 

Kaldi’s Coffee

Clementine's Naughty and Nice Ice Cream

Meshuggah Cafe

Hi-Pointe Drive-In

Brasserie by Niche

Jalea

Winslow's Table

Amsterdam Tavern

Salt + Smoke

Pappy's Smokehouse

Kolache Factory

DD Mau Vietnamese Eatery

Carl's Deli

Gioia's Deli

Half & Half

Sugarfire Smoke House

Southwest Diner

Mama’s On The Hill

Zia's Restaurant

John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden

Fozzie's Sandwich Emporium

Crown Candy Kitchen

Sump Coffee

Grandma's Cookies

Layla

Strange Donuts

Vincent Van Doughnut

Mr. Meowski's Sourdough

Pharaoh’s Donuts

Blueberry Hill

Honey Bee's Biscuits and Good Eats

Napoli 3

The best food you'll find in and around St. Louis, Missouri. I've lived in St. Louis for 30+ years and these are the restaurants that I tell everyone about. 

The Best Places to Eat in and around 
Saint Louis, MO

Gateway Arch National Park

Guido's Pizzeria & Tapas

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard

Vicia

Balkan Treat Box

Simply Delicious STL

Chris' @ The Docket

Saint Louis Science Center

Jewel Box

Union Station - West Lot

Anheuser-Busch Biergarten

Up-Down STL

Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Convention Center

Hyatt Regency St. Louis At The Arch

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

The Last Hotel STL

Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Forest Park

Check out this perfect extended weekend in St. Louis! This 3 day itinerary hits all the highlights, but it isn't rushed! You'll take in views from the top of the Arch, sip on beer at the Anheuser-Busch brewery, and more! Pick and choose what you're most interested and get ready for a great visit to the "Gateway to the West."

This trip was planned for a 3-day holiday weekend but could be adapted for any 3 day travel window. 

Additionally, this trip is a great example of what you could expect if you book my "Standard Itinerary" travel services.

🧳Trip highlights
Day 1 - Fly in
Day 2 - Forest Park & Gateway Arch
Day 3 - City Museum & Anheuser-Busch
Day 4 - Jewel Box Custard & Fly out


Why this guide?
🎟️ Advance ticket purchase recommendations. Avoid the lines - and disappointment - by booking tickets ahead of time. You'll be guaranteed entrance and will enjoy walking straight in, past any lines for ticket purchases. Special call outs for combo tickets to bundle and save will also be included where available!
🧾 Location-specific packing list. This won't be a comprehensive list (surely you've remembered your socks), but it will cover some key items to toss in your bag for a truly great experience at your destination.
🏆 Honorable mentions. Unless you booked a one way ticket (jealous!), you've only got a limited time to explore. The suggested itinerary includes my opinions of the best choices for first time visitors with general interest. Feel free to swap those out with any of the honorable mentions.

✨ And finally...
If you are looking for a more tailored experience with a unique twist based on your interests, travel dates, and more, a custom itinerary may be best. I look forward to helping bring your vacation vision to life!

FREE | St. Louis Extended Weekend | Standard Itinerary

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