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 Home of Bigfoot |
6311 North Lindbergh Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63042-2876 United States +1 314 731 2822 http://www.bigfoot4x4.com/ |
When you hear the word 'legend', Ford trucks generally do not come to mind. This is not true in St. Louis, the home of the Bigfoot 4x4. In the St. Louis showroom, visitors can see the legendary Bigfoot 1, the very first of the 4x4 monster truck phenomenon. The showroom also houses some truly great Bigfoot souvenirs, apparel and collectibles. Visiting Bigfoot 4x4 Inc. is an adventure in itself and includes a tour of the factory that makes the infamous monster trucks. It features more than 20 years of monster truck history and displays the world's largest collection of monster truck memorabilia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Get Down Tonight! |
The Levee, across from the St. Louis Arch (Leonor K. Sullivan Boulevard between Poplar Street & Washington Avenue) St. Louis, MO United States +1 314 434 3434 http://www.celebratestlouis.org |
Every summer, the levee comes alive with the sounds of music and fun. For a series of weekends, families gather at the foot of the stage to dance the night away to the song stylings of international touring artists as varied as REO Speedwagon and Sonic Youth. The community-oriented event also features a bevy of festival-style dining options and a climactic fireworks display. See website for concert lineup, related events and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tallest man-made monument in the world |
707 North First St St. Louis, MO 63102 United States +1 877 982 1410 http://www.stlouisarch.com/ |
The Arch has been a popular tourist attraction since its completion in October 1965. Designed to last 1,000 years, it reaches 630 feet in height; on a clear day, you can see for about 30 miles from atop the structure. Groups of 20 or more can take a guided tour of the landmark. The tour includes a documentary film on the building of the Arch, a visit to the Museum of Westward Expansion and a trip to the Old Courthouse, which is famous for hosting the legendary Dred Scott Trial. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Up close with the giant mastodon |
1050 Museum Drive St. Louis, MO 63052 United States +1 636 464 2976 http://www.mostateparks.com/ma... |
Mastodon State Historic Site near Imperial, MO, offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the world of the prehistoric mastodons. The site covers 425 acres of an area known as the Kimmswick Bone Bed, one of the most extensive Pleistocene fossil areas in the country. Excavations at the site unearthed the bones of American mastodons along with stone weapons;the first proof that early man coexisted with the huge mammals. The skeleton of a mastodon, 10 feet high and 20 feet long, is on display at the site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Missouri wines and history |
5634 High Street St. Louis, MO 63332 United States http://www.mountpleasant.com |
One of the largest of the Missouri wineries, Mount Pleasant boasts a German heritage that dates back to 1859. Visitors may tour the winery and sample the selection of white, red, dessert and port wines. Food is also served, and various entertainment events are scheduled year round, including live music, a summer concert series and a murder mystery dinner theater. Mount Pleasant Winery is located in historic Augusta, Missouri, which is about an hour drive west of St. Louis. The winery remains open on select saturdays and sundays, please check the website for details and further information on the scheduled events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fishing, boating and picnicking |
West Florissant and Harris (5600 Clayton Avenue in Forest Park [Parks Office]) St. Louis, MO 63110 United States +1 314 289 5330 http://stlouis.missouri.org/ci... |
The 126-acre park was dedicated in 1876 and named after Colonel John O'Fallon, a veteran of the War of 1812 and an assistant Indian agent to his uncle, William Clark (Lewis and Clark Expedition). Today, the park is home to five acres of fishing waters, plus a boathouse, four comfort stations, several picnic shelters, a playground, softball fields, barbecue areas, tennis courts, a basketball court and a small pool. It serves as a meeting ground for reunions, school outings and individual events. However, group permits are required. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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St. Louis' largest single attraction |
I-44 & Allenton (Six Flags Road) St. Louis, MO 63025 United States +1 636 938 4800 http://www.sixflags.com/stlouis/ |
This famous theme park has added new thrills and adventures for the young and young-at-heart. On a hot day, Hurricane Bay provides a cool adventure with its 560,000 gallons of water and four-foot waves. Hook's Lagoon is a thrilling tree house with slides and water sprays where 1,000 gallons of water are dumped on the crowd. Be sure to experience the Boss, a mile-long roller coaster, too. Children younger than three are admitted free. Ring them to find out the admission prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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