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 World's largest brewery |
13th St and Lynch St St. Louis, MO 63118 United States +1 314 577 2333 / +1 314 577 2626 (tours) http://www.budweisertours.com/ |
What do horses, dogs and beer have in common? Find out while touring the grounds, brewery and stables here, and while sampling the beer in the hospitality room. Since its creation in 1855, the brewery has developed into a major landmark and is home to the famous Budweiser Clydesdales. Daily tours leave about every 15 minutes. A souvenir shop offers a wide range of apparel and other items adorned with the Anheuser-Busch logo. This is a popular attraction but it is not overcrowded. Best of all, parking and tours are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Butterflies up close and personal |
15193 Olive Blvd (Faust Park) St. Louis, MO 63017 United States +1 636 530 0076 http://www.butterflyhouse.org/ |
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. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The golden age of movie theaters |
527 North Grand Blvd St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 314 534 1678 / +1 800 293 5949 http://www.fabulousfox.com/ |
Originally opened as a movie theater in 1929, the Fox cost USD6-million, an incredible sum at a time when movie tickets cost 35 cents. The theater was restored to its original glory in 1981. View the wall of famous signatures, the 2,000-pound chandelier in the auditorium and the gilded throne chairs in the lobby. Tours are conducted Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:30am. Thursday and Saturday tours include entertainment by Stan Kann on the world-famous Wurlitzer organ. Broadway hits such as "Phantom of the Opera," along with famous comedians and musicians have been featured here in recent performances. 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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Education through entertainment |
10501 Gravois Road St. Louis, MO 63123 United States +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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Small step for Laclede, big step for St. Louis. |
701 N Second St St. Louis, MO 63102 United States +1 314 241 5875 http://www.lacledeslanding.org/ |
The district is named after Pierre Laclede, the man who founded St. Louis. Amuse yourself by walking on the cobblestone streets or, if you are feeling bold, take a horse-drawn carriage ride and enjoy the view of the riverboat casinos on the Mississippi. There are several restaurants to choose from, and when the weather permits, you can dine outside and listen to the street musicians. Partake in a dinner theater show at the Royal Dumpe, which is actually a lot better than the name implies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mind-expanding thrills |
516 South Kirkwood Road St. Louis, MO 63122 United States +1 314 822 8900 http://www.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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Historic caverns |
Highway 44 (Exit 230) St. Louis, MO 63079 United States +1 573 468 3166 / +1 800 676 6105 http://www.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 |
 79 acres of gardens |
4344 Shaw Blvd St. Louis, MO 63110 United States +1 314 577 9400 / +1 800 642 8842 http://www.mobot.org/welcome.html |
A garden lover's paradise, Missouri Botanical Garden, a 79-acre collection of gardens has something for everyone, including a fragrance garden for the visually impaired. The Kemper Center has more than 20 gardens set to various themes, including the Japanese Garden and Chinese Garden, which offer a tranquil getaway from the urban hustle and bustle. A tropical rain forest also grows in this Midwestern city in an indoor garden spot, the Climatron, a glass geodesic dome through which you can stroll even when there is snow outside. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Outdoor musical theater |
200 Forest Park St. Louis, MO 63112 United States +1 314 361 1900 http://www.muny.com/ |
Since its opening in 1918, hundreds of big-name stars have graced this stage, adding to the Muny's rich and prestigious history. Of the 9,000 seats, more than 1,600 are free for every performance. Guests can also take advantage of group discounts and complimentary backstage tours. The theater offers signed performances for the hearing impaired on Monday evenings and provides listening devices for every show. 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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Historical landmarks can also be fun |
1820 Market St St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 314 421 6655 http://www.stlouisunionstation... |
Once a bustling hub of railway activity, this station has been renovated to restore its stunning architecture, and it is now a busy attraction for tourists and locals. People flock here to eat at the more than 20 different restaurants, shop in the marketplace and enjoy free entertainment events. There is a lake, complete with fish and turtles, where you can ride a paddleboat. Kids of all ages will be delighted with the carousel and Ferris wheel. A 10-screen movie theater is also on site, and the station plays host to many events and festivals throughout the year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Watch or play with the animals |
1 Government Drive (Forest Park) St. Louis, MO 63110 United States +1 314 781 0900 http://www.stlzoo.org/ |
The third-largest zoo in the country, with 90 acres of space and 700 species of animals on exhibit, this place is a must-see on a family vacation to St. Louis. The zoo is open year-round with free general admission. Some areas, however, do require a small fee, including the sea lion shows, the new insectarium and the children's zoo, where kids can pet the animals. Other areas include the big cat country, the jungle of the apes, the primate house, the river's edge (an elephant exhibit) and feeding areas for bears and sea lions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wolf research center |
Highway 44 N (Tyson Research Center) St. Louis, MO 63025 United States +1 636 938 5900 http://www.wolfsanctuary.org/ |
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 |
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New Aquarium in the Heart of the City |
701 N 15th St, 2nd Floor City Museum St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 314 647 9594 http://www.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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