5 best things to do in St Louis
The essentials of St Louis with the booking notes that actually matter — which tickets sell out, which slots are quietest, which formats reward the advance purchase. Every booking happens with the provider you choose.
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Attractions, tours, day trips and transport passes from major providers — instant mobile tickets.
The St Louis shortlist
- Gateway Arch tram ride — the pod tram to the 192-metre top; the museum below is free and excellent.
- City Museum — the scrap-metal funhouse adults love as much as kids; timed entry on weekends.
- St. Louis Zoo — free entry in Forest Park; one of the country's best zoos at no charge.
- St. Louis Cardinals game — Busch Stadium next to the Arch; the cheap seats are a civic institution.
- Missouri Botanical Garden — the Climatron geodesic dome conservatory; the mature garden repays the ticket.
Flying in, St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) serves the city — attraction districts sit 30–60 minutes away at typical city speeds.
Compare St Louis activity providers
- Klook — St Louis activities — the widest catalogue, instant QR tickets, strong on transport passes and day trips.
- KKday — St Louis experiences — local-led formats and small-group tours.
- Tiqets — museums and landmarks with instant mobile entry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the number one thing to do in St Louis?
Gateway Arch tram ride — the pod tram to the 192-metre top; the museum below is free and excellent. Start there, then build the itinerary around it.
Do I need to book St Louis attractions in advance?
The headline attractions reward advance booking — timed-entry systems and quota tickets mean walk-up availability is worst exactly when you want to visit. Everything on this page links to providers showing live availability.
How many days do you need in St Louis?
Three to four days covers the shortlist above at a humane pace for a first visit; add days for the day-trip formats rather than compressing the city itself.
Is a city pass worth it in St Louis?
Run the arithmetic honestly: a pass wins when you would genuinely visit three-plus ticketed attractions in its window. Our provider links show pass options side by side with single tickets — compare before committing.