Recommended Tours

Numerous explorers from days past, including the famed duo of Lewis and Clark, launched westward expeditions from the shores of this gateway city. Years later, St. Louis remains a great place to stage a touring excursion, whether you are a history buff, an Americana scholar, an art and architecture lover, a beer connoisseur or an outdoors enthusiast.

Old Courthouse
Downtown St. Louis offers a variety of historic sites, such as the Old Courthouse, where the Dred Scott slavery trial was held, the Wainwright Building, which was the precursor to the modern skyscraper, and the splendid Old Cathedral. There are many places to enjoy lunch. Try the Broadway Oyster Bar, then climb the Gateway Arch, which offers breathtaking views of the city.

Fox Theatre
Tour the historic Fox Theatre, which was built in 1929, then catch a performance by the St. Louis African Chorus or visit the Powell Symphony Hall, home to the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Walk around the Grand Center entertainment district, and have lunch at Arcelia's.

St. Louis Walk of Fame
Explore the St. Louis Walk of Fame, located in the University City Loop, which takes tourists along a number of eclectic shops, stores and restaurants, like Brandt's Market & Cafe. While you're reading the sidewalk, keep a lookout for Blueberry Hill and the Tivoli Theater, both famous destinations for visitors.

Missouri History Museum
Explore Forest Park, which takes bikers past the zoo. Hike the scenic Compton Hill Reservoir Park. Located near the Holy Corners District, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis contains the largest mosaic in the world, and the Missouri History Museum contains artifacts from the area's past.

St. Charles
Enjoy breakfast downtown at Edible Difference, then head to Historic St. Charles, located just outside St. Louis proper. The Frenchtown Historic District is home to nearly 60 historic buildings that were built between 1830 and 1920. In downtown St. Charles are the restored First Missouri State Capitol and the Foundry Art Centre.

There are many different ways to see St. Louis, from hiking to helicopters.

Walking Tours
St. Louis Walking Tours ( +1 314 368 8818/ http://www.triunecommunications.com/walk/ )

Bus Tours
Tour St. Louis ( +1 314 241 1400/ http://www.tourstlouis.net/ )
Monticello Bus Service Inc ( +1 314 454 0448 )
Mid-American Coaches and Tours ( +1 636 239 4700/ http://www.mid-americancoaches.com )
Greater St. Louis Black Tourism Network ( +1 314 865 0708 )

Trolley Tours
Tour St. Louis ( +1 314 241 1400/ http://www.tourstlouis.net/ )
Bluff City Tours ( +1 618 466 8693/ http://www.bluffcitytours.com/ )

Bike Tours
City Cycling Tours ( +1 314 616 5724/ http://citycyclingtours.com/ )
Bike and Roll ( +1 202 842 BIKE/http://www.bikeandroll.com/ )
Touring Cyclist ( +1 314 739 4648/ http://www.touringcyclist.com/ )

Boat Tours
Gateway Arch Riverboat Cruises ( +1 877 982 1410/ http://www.gatewayarch.com/ )
Great Rivers Tour Boat Company ( +1 618 786 1855/ http://www.greatriverstourboat.com )

Helicopter Tours
Midwest Helicopter Tours ( +1 636 532 5613/ http://www.flymidwest.com/ )

Segway Tours
Glide St. Louis ( +1 314 868 7386/ http://www.glidestlouistours.com/ )

Brewery Tours
Anheuser-Busch Brewery ( +1 314 577 2626/ http://www.budweisertours.com/ )

Sports Tours
Big League Tours ( +1 866 619 1748/ http://www.bigleaguetours.com )

Ghost Torus
Ghostride Tours ( +1 314 845 0522/ http://www.ghostridetours.com/ )

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