ATTRACTIONS

There are many interesting sites to see and places to visit in St. Louis including museums and art galleries, parks, and several beautiful cathedrals. Below is a list of only some of the attractions St. Louis has to offer.

Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tours
13th. & Lynch    577-2626
Complimentary tours of the Anheuser-Busch complex. Tours includes stops in the Clydesdale stables, the brewhouse, the bottling plant, and ends in the hospitality room with free samples of fine Anheuser-Busch products.

Cahokia Mounds
Collinsville, IL    (618) 346-5160
The site of the largest prehistoric Indian city in the U.S. There are many artifacts on display, and information is also available. Open daily 9-5 FREE.

Cathedral of St. Louis
4431 Lindell    533-2824
The Cathedral is the mother Church of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. The building is described as having a Romanesque exterior and a Byzantine interior. The interior mosaics are spectacular. Free tours for groups of <25 people can be arranged on Sundays at 1 pm.

Cupples House
3673 West Pine    977-3025
Cupples House is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and it in the middle of Frost Campus. It is currently used as an art gallery (McNamee Gallery ) and has rooms that can be reserved for special occasions. Students and children <12 years old can visit for free, but there is a small fee for other non-students.

Elephant Rocks State Park
Belleview, MO    (314) 697-5395
Giant granite rocks that are over a billion years old are the main attraction. Located near Johnson's Shut-ins.

Forest Park
Located in midtown St. Louis and five minutes from Frost Campus heading west on Forest Park Blvd or Lindell. The park contains many attractions including: the St. Louis Zoo, the MUNY, the Science Center, St. Louis Art Museum, the Jewel Box (floral displays), a golf course, a skating rink, picnic areas, ball fields (soccer, baseball/softball and rugby), bike and running trails, and more.

Gateway Arch and Museum of Westward Expansion
425-4465
The 630 foot Gateway Arch is St. Louis' most famous attraction. The view from the top is worth the small fee for on a clear day you can see "forever". Also located on the Arch grounds is a museum chronicling the Westward expansion. There is also a film documenting the construction of the Arch. There is a $2/person entry fee and group rates are available for the ride to the top. You may also want to check out the new 4-story Odyssey theatre. Open 9 am to 6 pm daily ( 8 am to 10 pm summer)

Gateway Riverboat Cruises
Under the Arch    621-4040
Cruise up and down the Mississippi aboard a replica of a 19th century steamboat. Daytime and dinner cruises are available.

Grant's Farm
10501 Gravois    843-1700
Operated by Anheuser-Busch, the historic Grant's farm includes a tour of Grant's Cabin, and a tram ride through the game preserve. They have many unusual animals, a bird show, and the Clydesdale stables. (by the way, they also have free beer). Reservations required, but FREE

Great River Road (River Road Bikeway)
The most scenic bike path in the area, the Great River Road stretches from Alton to Grafton paralleling Rt. 100 and the Mississippi River. The trail passes through the historic town of Elsah. You should plan to spend a couple of hours wandering around the village. The trail is approximately 15 miles long, sees moderate use and is paved.

Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park
Middlebrook, MO    546-2450
The Black River flows through some of the oldest exposed rocks in the nation and forms the "shut-ins" which form a natural water slide. Many campsites available, but reserve at least 2 weeks in advance since it tends to fill up very quickly during peak season. Bring your swimsuit, a picnic lunch and a tent. The park is a major trail head of the Ozark Trail.

Katy Trail
The 200 mile Katy Trail is one of the most beautiful bicycle paths in the country. It is accessible off Hwy. 94 south of I-64. Currently, 30+ miles are open in the Weldon Spring Wildlife area (St. Charles County), and further expansion is continually underway. No motorized vehicles allowed. Due to the flooding in 1993 some of the trail may not be open.

Laclede's Landing
Mississippi Riverfront
Nine block area that includes cobblestone streets, cast-iron street lamps, shops, restaurants, wax museum, several popular night clubs and more.

Laumeier Sculpture Park
Geyer & Rott    821-1209
One of two contemporary sculpture parks in America. It is an outdoor smorgasbord of contemporary artwork. A pleasant place to walk or just sit and relax. More information is available by following this link.

Lone Elk Park
I-44 & Hwy. 141    225-4390
Close to St. Louis, Lone Elk Park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a raptor center. Bison, elk, and deer freely roam the grounds. Free.

The Magic House
516 S. Kirkwood    822-8900
It takes several hours to fully enjoy this unique, hands-on museum that houses 80 exhibits. On the first Saturday of each month the House is open for adults only. Click on the title to head over to their web site.

Mastadon State Park
20 miles south of I-55    467-5428
Site of excavation of mastadon and prehistoric Indian remains. Site includes a full scale model of a mastadon, and a small museum of Indian artifacts.

Meramec Caverns
Stanton, MO    1-486-3166
Guided tours of the extensive caverns that were thought to be the hideout of Jesse James. Fees vary.

Meramec River Floats
One very relaxing way to spend a day on the weekend is to gather a group of friends and "float" the Meramec. Just 1 1/2 - 2 hours out of St. Louis near St. James, the Meramec river offers a very relaxed ride. Ray's Canoe Rental (775-5697) is popular with some graduate students. Other popular rivers in the area include the Courtois, Black, Current, and the Huzzah. Missouri

St. Louis Botanical (Shaw's) Garden
4344 Shaw    577-5100
The garden contains beautiful displays encompassing many different types of arrangements. The recently renovated Climatron houses a tropical garden. Keep an eye out for the different festivals and activities held in the Garden (especially the Japanese Festival). There is a $3/person fee except on Wednesday and Saturday mornings when it opens at 7 am for walkers. A tour of Henry Shaw's home, the garden's founder, is available for an addtional fee. Open daily 9 am to 5 pm.

Missouri Historical Society/Museum
Forest Park, near Lindell    746-4599
Exhibits on the history of St. Louis, State of Missouri and the American West. Collections of firearms and period clothing.

Missouri Wineries
Missouri is home to a thriving wine industry with many wineries accessible within a day. Wineries in the vicinity of St. Louis include: Eckert's Sunny Slope, Sage Ridge, Montelle, Blumenhof, Edelweis, Stone Hill, Le Bourgeois, and Dardenne Creek. One of the best known vineyards is Mount Pleasant located in Augusta, which produces some of the best Missouri wines, and has won national awards as well as an international award for their 1986 Port.

National Museum of Transport
3015 Barrett Station Rd.    965-7998
A must for train enthusiasts! This largely outdoor museum features carriages, automobiles, trains, and other vehicles from every era. Open 9 am to 5 pm everyday; $4/person, with group rates available.

Old Cathedral
209 Walnut    231-3250
As well as being St. Louis' oldest church, the Cathedral is also a national monument. There is a museum located on the west side of the church. FREE.

Old Courthouse
11 N. 4th.    425-4468
One of the oldest buildings in St. Louis. The Dred Scott case was begun in this historic building. There is a museum, and guided tours are available. FREE.

St. Louis Art Museum
Forest Park    721-0072
The museum sits atop Art Hill in Forest Park. The museum was used as the Fine Arts Palace in the 1904 World's Fair,and today houses an art collection considered one of the top ten in the country. Many traveling exhibits are displayed throughout the year. Check out their web site.

St. Louis Science Center
Forest Park    289-4444
The Science Center has been undergoing some major renovations and additions. It contains many exhibits and displays, many of which are fully interactive. There are various special shows, including the OmniMax Theatre which boasts a movie screen that spans farther than your field of vision and a tremendous stereo sound system. Various planetarium and laser shows are also available. Their web site is fantastic!

St. Louis Zoo
Forest Park    781-0900
This 83 acre zoo is home to nearly, 3000 different animals. The exhibits are designed to reflect the animals natural habitat. There is a Children's Zoo and also a railroad travelling through the Zoo. Don't miss the Living World and Raja, St. Louis' newest elephant. Daily 9-5, Tues. until 8 pm.

Six Flags over Mid-America
Eureka, MO (down I-44)     938-4800
A large amusement park with all the rides, games, shows, and attractions that you could ask for. Featuring the Ninja and Screaming Eagle roller coasters.

Tower Grove Park
Bounded by Grand, Magnolia, Arsenal and Kingshighway.
Not as expansive as Forest Park, but this beautiful Victorian park has much to offer. There are trails for biking and jogging, a fitness circuit, ball fields, tennis courts (including some grass courts), pavilions for picnics, and quadricycles for rent. In addition, there are many special events (the Compton Heights Concert Band performs on Monday evenings during the summer and there is also a children's concert series).