Home of Mark Twain's childhood sweetheart
Hannibal, MO 63401
+1 573 221 0822
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Review © 2007, Wcities
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Home of Mark Twain's childhood sweetheart |
318 North Main St Hannibal, MO 63401 +1 573 221 0822 sanorth@packetx.net |
Right around the corner from Mark Twain's boyhood home in Hannibal, MO, is the 1840's home of Laura Hawkins, Twain's childhood sweetheart. Laura, a schoolmate of the young Sam Clemens, later became the inspiration for Twain's fictional Becky Thatcher. Currently restored as a book and gift shop, the Becky Thatcher House offers a unique selection of Mark Twain souvenirs, t-shirts, dolls, classroom aids for teachers, and, of course, books and book bags. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Home of Bigfoot |
6311 North Lindbergh Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63042-2876 +1 314 731 2822 http://www.bigfoot4x4.com/ bigfoot@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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New England-style bed-and-breakfast |
1000 South Main Street St. Charles, MO 63301-3514 +1 636 947 7000 / +1 888 940 0002 http://www.booneslick.com/ innkeeper@booneslick.com |
Perfect for romance, relaxation or business, this 1840s-era New England-style home rests in an historic small town that is sure to charm guests and have them returning time and again. Take in the beauty of it all—from the antiques to the flower gardens—and enjoy the close proximity you will have to restaurants, gift and antique shops, various museums and the Katy Trail. Also, do not pass up the opportunity to meet the innkeepers, V'Anne and Paul Mydler. Review © 2007, Wcities |
World's largest catsup bottle |
800 South Morrison Ave PO Box 617 Collinsville, IL 62234 +1 618 344 8775 http://www.catsupbottle.com bigtomato@catsupbottle.com |
This popular roadside attraction offers a great photo opportunity for tourists. The 170-foot-high catsup bottle was originally built as a 100,000-gallon water tank in 1949 by the Brooks Catsup Company. The landmark was scheduled for demolition, but a group of citizens saved the tower in 1995 by forming the Worlds Largest Catsup Bottle International Fan Club and Preservation Society. Tourists now visit the site, which is brightly illuminated at night. T-shirts, caps, refrigerator magnets and postcards are available at local stores. The bottle is located 12 miles east of St. Louis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Butterflies up close and personal |
15193 Olive Blvd (Faust Park) Chesterfield, MO 63017 +1 636 530 0076 http://www.butterflyhouse.org/ bflyhouse1@aol.com |
Come meet beauty face-to-face! More than a thousand live tropical butterflies fly freely in the glass conservatory. Visit native and migrating species in the outdoor gardens of the Native Habitat. Watch a butterfly emerge right before your eyes. Take a class. Shop in the Madame Butterfly Gift Shop. Butterfly House, is a division of the Missouri Botanical Garden. General Admission $6; Seniors (65+)$4.50; Kids(4-12)$4;Kids(3 & Under) Free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Indian Spirit Lives On |
30 Ramey St Collinsville, IL 62234 +1 618 346 5160 http://www.cahokiamounds.com/c... cahokia.mounds@sbcglobal.net |
You can feel the spirit of the Mississippian Indians live on at this popular attraction. Interesting artifacts are displayed in the world class museum/interpretive center.The impressive state historic site spans over 2200 ACRES, including 70 mounds and gives visitors a fascinating feel for this ancient civilization that dates back to 800-1400 AD. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Horse racing in Illinois |
9301 Collinsville Road Collinsville, IL 62234 +1 314 436 1516 http://www.fairmountpark.com/ fmtpark@fairmountpark.com |
Live and simulcast horse racing events bring the fans to this Illinois track, which is situated just 10 minutes from downtown St. Louis. There are more than 50 tracks for simulcast wagering, which is the main emphasis here, but plenty of live races also take place throughout the year. The thoroughbred racing season begins in April and continues through October, at which point harness racing takes over and runs through March. Dining options at the track include the Black Stallion Buffet, which is available Tuesday afternoon, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Original Home of State Government |
200 South Main Street St. Charles, MO 63301 +1 636 940 3322 http://www.mostateparks.com/fi... moparks@mail.dnr.state.mo.us |
Before the current state capitol was built in Jefferson City, legislators debated slavery and states rights in this historic area of St. Charles. After Missouri became a state in 1826, the people of St. Charles provided this site as a temporary capitol. Tour the capitol offices on the second floor of the historic building that originally housed the Peck Brothers General Store. The offices of the governor were kept in an adjoining building. Daily tours of this restored historic site include an audiovisual presentation and a trip through a museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Auto racing near downtown |
700 Raceway Boulevard Madison, IL 62201 +1 618 482 2400 http://www.gatewayraceway.com |
Auto racing is growing in popularity in the United States and this track brings the high-speed excitement of motor sports to the St. Louis area. The banked, oval track hosts NASCAR and Indy racing on its 1.25-mile course. Top Fuel, Funny Cars and Super Stocks all vie to be the fastest down the quarter-mile drag strip. Evening racing events are popular with many fans, so the track does have lighting. Some of the upper grandstand seats are equipped with backs. Tickets to local events are as low as USD7, but major events may run as high as USD75 per ticket. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Education through entertainment |
10501 Gravois Road St. Louis, MO 63123 +1 314 843 1700 http://www.grantsfarm.com/ |
In the 1850s, Ulysses S. Grant began farming this land, which is now a tourist attraction and a home to many exotic and endangered animals. This farm offers visitors many activities, from touring the land and seeing the animals to attending the shows and dining or browsing for souvenirs in the gift shop. Anheuser-Busch owns the farm, which is home to the Clydesdale stables, a herd of deer and other animals. Grant's Station and Grant's Cabin are two of the major attractions on the tour. Admission is free, although parking is USD5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Two casinos in one building |
777 Casino Center Drive (Earthcity Expressway) Maryland Heights, MO 63043 +1 314 770 8100 http://www.harrahs.com/ |
Harrah's Casino is home to two gaming centers: Player's Island Casino and the Mardi Gras Casino. These casinos have more or less the same games, but their hours are different. Island Casino is open 11am-5am Mon-Thu and continuously from 11am Fri through 5am Mon. Mardi Gras Casino is open 8am-5am Mon-Thu and continuously from 8am Fri through 5am Mon. Try your luck at slot machines, blackjack and baccarat tables. If gaming does not suit you, you can enjoy Harrah's three bars, a buffet restaurant, a steakhouse and an entertainment center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Take a walk down history street |
2500 Main St (From Boone Lick Trail to Adams Street) St. Charles, MO 63301 +1 636 947 7776 |
Historic St. Charles' Main Street is the only street in the Greater St. Louis area preserved from the 1800s, back when the roads were used for horse and buggy carriages. The street and sidewalk are made of a red cobblestone. The tourism center gives free tours pertaining to the history of the area. There is also a museum dedicated to the Lewis and Clark expedition. Most people who visit the area shop for antiques or arts and crafts in one of the many interesting stores. While here, also take time out to enjoy the several restaurants, bars and ice cream shops located on Main Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fit for royalty |
One St. Louis Union Station St. Louis, MO 63103 +1 314 231 1234 http://www.stlouis.hyatt.com/ |
Architectural grandeur and posh luxury are clearly evident at this hotel. Checking-in is an experience, as visitors marvel at the detailed lobby known as the Grand Hall. The arch located at the main entrance of the hotel is famed for its ability to echo whispers. The Hyatt also has an impressive and knowledgeable staff that goes out of its way to ensure visitors a comfortable stay. The hotel is connected to the heart of St. Louis Union Station, which makes shopping and dining as easy as walking out the door. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Aviation history on display |
8905 Airport Road Berkley, MO 63134 +1 314 232 5421 http://www.boeing.com/prologue... |
Aviation fans of all ages will enjoy a tour of this history-of-flight museum located at Boeing's headquarters in St. Louis. Eight decades of history are represented here, with everything from cloth models and bi-planes to spaceships on display. There are also scale models of the F-15 Eagle, Apache helicopters, military transports and the president's Air Force One. Additionally, there are life-size replicas of the Gemini and Mercury spacecraft that launched the U.S. space exploration program. Other historical exhibits represent the first around-the-world flight in 1924 and the first flight to the South Pole in 1956. Admission to the museum is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History & Softball |
533 Grant Road St. Louis, MO 63125 +1 314 544 5714 http://www.co.st-louis.mo.us/p... |
More than 200 members' efforts and time contribute to the success of this park and the preservation of the natural historic setting. Activities that take place on the 405-acre park include picnics, softball games, meetings, concerts and more. The park offers memberships, with the dues being used to preserve and enhance the park. Visit the gift shop to purchase a physical memory of Jefferson's era and of your visit to this historic piece of heaven. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Bike where Lewis and Clark explored |
1200 Riverside Drive St. Charles, MO 63301 +1 636 946 7776 http://www.mostateparks.com/ka... |
For a scenic bike ride in Missouri, just about all St. Louisians would recommend this smooth pebble trail. It runs from Historic St. Charles to the edge of St. Charles County, completely along the Missouri River. This is the route Lewis and Clark took on their expedition through the newly purchased Louisiana Purchase in the early 1800s. There is a bike shop on Main Street just west of the entrance at Riverside Drive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homestyle Ambiance |
Jamieson Avenue (between Lindenwood Place & Pernod Avenue) St. Louis, MO 63110 +1 314 289 5330 http://stlouis.missouri.org/ci... lwoodpk@stlouis.missouri.org |
Just inside the St. Louis Hills area and convenient to the Clayton, Forest Park and Downtown districts lies this modest neighborhood park. Lindenwood Park was christened in 1947 on a small tract that originated from a Spanish land grant by Charles Gratiot in 1798. In 1963, the Lindenwood subdivision was added. A series of 1950s red brick houses line the neighborhood, lending a homey and welcoming effect. The park serves as a neighborhood retreat, but is also used for community and business events with a permit from the Parks Department. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mind-expanding thrills |
516 South Kirkwood Road St. Louis, MO 63122 +1 314 822 8900 http://www.magichouse.org/ info@magichouse.org |
Jody Newman and Barbie Freund founded this non-profit organization in 1975 with the goal of creating an interactive museum that attracts, educates, and entertains both children and adults. First Impressions is one of the world's largest movable sculptures, standing over eight feet tall. Lean against it for fun and make an impression of yourself. Learn about magnets, electricity or about the environment through hands-on activities such as the Oil Spill Cleanup project, or be a star on the KIDS-TV station. Admission: USD6. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For fans of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn |
208 Hill Street Hannibal, MO 63401-3316 +1 573 221 9010 http://www.marktwainmuseum.org/ |
Take a fascinating tour of the house in Hannibal, MO, where the young Samuel Clemens grew up, before becoming one of America's best-loved authors, Mark Twain. The modest two-story frame house, built in 1843 by Sam Clemens' father, has been fully restored, complete with period furnishings. Several Norman Rockwell oil paintings adorn the walls, based on illustrations from special editions of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." A day trip to Hannibal makes a great outing for the kids. The admission fees for adults is $8, for senior citizens (60yrs and above) is$6.50, for children is $4 and for children under 6yrs is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Up close with the giant mastodon |
1050 Museum Drive Imperial, MO 63052 +1 636 464 2976 http://www.mostateparks.com/ma... moparks@dnr.mo.gov |
This archaeological 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. Admission: Adults $2.00; children under 15 free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Historic caverns |
Highway 44 (Exit 230) Stanton, MO 63079 +1 573 468 3166 / +1 800 676 6105 http://www.americascave.com/ info@americascave.com |
The geological history of Missouri lives on within these enormous caverns, which contain more than 6,000 known caves spread throughout 26 miles of underground territory. During the Civil War, Union forces used the caves for gunpowder production. Jesse James was among the Confederate raiders who blew up the operation. After the war, he and his gang used the caves as a hideout. Today, the cave is a family attraction with a gift shop, restaurant and museum. Guided tours leave at 20-30 minute intervals. Admission: USD14 adults; USD7 kids (5-11). Review © 2007, Wcities |
Fishing, boating and picnicking |
West Florissant and Harris (5600 Clayton Avenue in Forest Park [Parks Office]) St. Louis, MO 63110 +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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World-class opera performed in English |
130 Edgar Road Loretto-Hilton Center, Webster University St. Louis, MO 63119 +1 314 961 0644 http://www.opera-stl.org/ info@opera-stl.org |
One of America's most highly regarded opera companies, the St. Louis Opera Theatre attracts top singers from around the globe. "Magic on the Mississippi" is how the London Times described it. The St. Louis company puts on four lavish productions each season - all performed in English - including classics as well as contemporary pieces. Performances are accompanied by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Opera lovers from across the United States fill the 900-seat Loretto-Hilton Center auditorium for performances. Subscription packages start as low as USD36 and go up to USD319. Single tickets range from USD20-USD84. Call the box office for show timings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Crystal clear live music |
14141 Riverport Drive (Earthcity Expressway) Maryland Heights, MO 63043 +1 314 298 9944 http://www.sfx.com |
The Riverport Amphitheatre is one of St. Louis' most popular concert venues from May-October, as it is St. Louis' only outdoor concert venue. The amphitheatre is located in Maryland Heights in the center of St. Louis County.It hosts a wide variety of shows, in styles ranging from rock and metal to R&B and oldies. The sound system is superior to other concert venues usually designed for sporting events; the sound comes through clear and beautiful, whether you are sitting in the front row or in the lawn seats. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scandalous Relaxation |
4455 Telegraph Rd Suite 220 St. Louis, MO 63129 +1 314 845 2111 http://scandalsdayspa.com/ |
If spa treatments were a requirement for everyone, war would be non-existent. After all, if you had to have facials, full body massages, manicures, pedicures, baths and more massages, who would have the time? Packages start off at about $50 and go up from there, depending on what kind of service you want. Review © 2007, Wcities |
St. Louis' largest single attraction |
I-44 & Allenton (Six Flags Road) Eureka, MO 63025 +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. One-day general admission is USD38.99 for adults and USD23.99 for children and seniors. Children younger than three are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Wolf research center |
Highway 44 N (Tyson Research Center) Eureka, MO 63025 +1 636 938 5900 http://www.wolfsanctuary.org/ wildcanidcenter@onemain.com |
This sanctuary of 60-plus wooded acres is home to swift foxes, red wolves, and the most endangered of all the wolves, the Mexican gray wolf. It offers program/tour and tour-only packages year-round, except for during breeding and pup-rearing season (May). The program/tour consists of an indoor film and slide show, a lecture, followed by a one-half mile walk to view the wolves. Alternatively, you can opt just for the walk. Admission varies with package. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 New Aquarium in the Heart of the City |
701 N 15th St, 2nd Floor City Museum St. Louis, MO 63103 +1 314 647 9594 http://www.worldaquarium.net/ info@worldaquarium.net |
Located in the City Museum in downtown St. Louis, this aquarium has adopted the animals from the Children's aquarium including the small sharks, piranhas, catfish, crabs, alligators and turtles. The staff offers an incredible hands-on learning experience. Admission is $6 per person age 3 & up; there is also a City Admission fee of $12 per person age 3 & up. Children 2 & under get in the aquarium for free. See the website for group admission prices and combined group tour rates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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