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St. Charles, MO, located just outside St. Louis proper, offers a variety of historical tours. The Frenchtown Historic District spans 26 blocks and is home to nearly 60 historic buildings that were built between 1830 and 1920. Also in the St. Charles downtown area is the First Missouri State Capitol, which was the site of the state's capitol from 1821 to 1826 and has since been beautifully restored. St. Charles is also the launching point for the smooth-pebble Katy Trail Bikepath, which runs alongside the scenic Missouri River. Underneath the city of St. Louis lie the Meramec Caverns, which were once the domain of beer brewers and outlaws. These caves have long since been sealed off, but 60 miles from St. Louis, in Stanton, MO, Meramec Caverns offers a look into this mysterious underground world. Once a hideout for Jesse James and his partners in crime, the spectacular caverns are filled with fossils and are home to the largest cave formation in the world, as well as an underground lake. Guided lantern tours are available. A healthy slice of Abe Lincoln-related history is on display about 90 miles north of St. Louis in Illinois, making for a fun and educational family vacation option. Here you can see Lincoln's law offices, a living history village and the only home Abraham Lincoln ever owned, as well as Lincoln's tomb. If you are a literature buff—in which case Missouri is likely to conjure up thoughts of Mark Twain—then you can take a trip to Hannibal, which is located about 100 miles northwest of St. Louis. Mark Twain's Boyhood Home, built in 1843 by his father, has been faithfully restored. Behind the home, the Mark Twain Museum offers a glimpse into Twain's real life, and an exhibit of some of his original manuscripts. Tom Sawyer fans of all ages will also enjoy a tour of the home of Becky Thatcher, whose real name was Laura Hawkins. Finally, a one-hour tour of Cameron Cave will take you through underground passages that were navigated by Tom Sawyer in the author's beloved classic.







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Downtown


St. Louis
United States
This area offers most visitors their first impression of the city, greeting them with its signature Gateway Arch, historic Union Station, the Old Courthouse and Busch Stadium, where the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team plays their home games. The once industrial area of Laclede's Landing is now home to some of the city's favorite restaurants and finest hotels, as well as an entertainment district that features live music ranging from pop to jazz.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Downtown photo by Carol Cotter
Photo: Carol Cotter
Downtown photo by Matt Riggott
Photo: Matt Riggott
Downtown photo by J.S. Hollands
Photo: J.S. Hollands
Downtown photo by Matt Riggott
Photo: Matt Riggott
Downtown photo by Nick Thorn
Photo: Nick Thorn
Downtown photo by Andrew Lipsett
Photo: Andrew Lipsett
Downtown photo by Mirac Aktepe
Photo: Mirac Aktepe
Downtown photo by Sarah Riopell
Photo: Sarah Riopell
Downtown photo by Mike Schepker
Photo: Mike Schepker
Downtown photo by Tina M. Mcbride
Photo: Tina M. Mcbride
Downtown photo by www.plannersweb.com
Photo: www.plannersweb.com
Downtown photo by Dan Hevey
Photo: Dan Hevey
Downtown photo by Bill Sheridan
Photo: Bill Sheridan
Downtown photo by Jonathan Sharp
Photo: Jonathan Sharp
Downtown photo by Joseph Catrett
Photo: Joseph Catrett
Downtown photo by John Brosz
Photo: John Brosz
Downtown photo by David Walker
Photo: David Walker
Downtown photo by Ameya Malvankar
Photo: Ameya Malvankar
 

 
First Missouri State Capitol


Original Home of State Government
200 South Main Street
St. Louis, MO 63301
United States
+1 636 940 3322
http://www.mostateparks.com/fi...
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
First Missouri State Capitol photo by kparrish
Photo: kparrish
 

 
Historic St. Charles


Take a walk down history street
2500 Main St
(From Boone Lick Trail to Adams Street)
St. Louis, MO 63301
United States
+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
Historic St. Charles photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Katy Trail Bikepath


Bike where Lewis and Clark explored
1200 Riverside Drive
St. Louis, MO 63301
United States
+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
Katy Trail Bikepath photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Meramec Caverns


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
 

 
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