2006 World Champion St. Louis Cardinals
700 Clark St.
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 345-9600
Catch exciting baseball action and cheer for the St. Louis Cardinals, the most successful National League franchise. For tickets, call (314) 345-9000. Busch Stadium tours, (314) 345-9565.
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sat. - Sun 9 a.m. - 12 noon
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St. Louis Rams
Edward Jones Dome
St. Louis, MO 63101
Phone: (314) 425-8830
The National Football League’s St. Louis Rams play home games in the Edward Jones Dome in downtown St. Louis, Aug.-Dec.
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Gateway Grizzlies
2301 Grizzlie Bear Blvd.
Sauget, IL 62206
Phone: (618) 337-3000
Toll-Free: (877) 559-2327
Professional baseball, outstanding promotions, great food and great fun, all at affordable prices. Grizzlies baseball -- it's family, friends and fun.
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Adrenaline Zone
1875 Old Hwy. 94 South
St. Charles, MO 63303
Phone: (636) 940-7700
Largest state-of-the-art laser tag arena coupled with Demolition Ball. Groups from 10 to 500. Complete party planning.
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Ameristar Casino St. Charles
I-70 at the Missouri River
St. Charles, MO 63301
Phone: (636) 940-4300
Toll-Free: (800) 325-7777
Slots, video poker, craps, blackjack, roulette, live poker, video keno and dining. Free parking and admission. FREE.
Hours: Sun. - Thur., 8 a.m. - 5 a.m.; Fri. and Sat., open 24 hours
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Beall Mansion Historic Home Tour
407 E. 12th St.
Alton, IL 62002-7230
Phone: (618) 474-9100
Toll-Free: (866) THE-BEAL
Tour the 1903 mansion built as a wedding present and designed by world famous architect, Lucas Pfeiffenberger. 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis in historic Alton, IL. Narrated tours by appointment.
Hours: Narrated tours by appointment.
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Bissell Mansion Restaurant and Dinner Theatre
4426 Randall Place
St. Louis, MO 63107
Phone: (314) 533-9830
Toll-Free: (800) 690-9838
Enjoy lunch or dinner theatre in St. Louis' oldest home, located just five minutes from the Gateway Arch. The participatory murder mystery is served with a four course dinner (choice of entree), wine and beverage. Matinees or evening private dinner shows are available for groups during the week. Welcoming groups from 30 to 140. Shows available at our location or a location of your choice. Reservations required.
Hours: Tue. - Fri., 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 7 p.m. (Dinner Theatre); Sun., 2 p.m. Private weeknight shows and matinees available.
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Black World History Museum
2505 St. Louis Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63106
Phone: (314) 241-7057
Life-size likenesses of famous African-American Missourians including George Washington Carver, Dred and Harriett Scott and Josephine Baker. $5 adults; $4 youth 13-17; $3.50 seniors; $2.50 children 12 and under
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Daniel Boone Home & Boonesfield Village
1868 Hwy. F
Defiance, MO 63301
Phone: (636) 798-2005
Missouri frontier village, centered on Daniel Boone’s 1810 home, includes one-room school, church, general store, gristmill, pottery, printer’s, carpenter’s and dressmaker’s shops, farmstead, homes and more.
Hours: Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun., noon - 5 p.m. except daylight saving time.
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Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
30 Ramey St.
Collinsville, IL 62234
Phone: (618) 346-5160
Site of the largest prehistoric Indian city north of Mexico. Interpretive center, Woodhenge solar calendar, special events. From I-55/70, Exit 6, IL Rt. 111. From I-255, exit 24. FREE.
Hours: Wed. - Sun., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Open daily Memorial Day to Labor Day, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Casino Queen
200 S. Front St.
E. St. Louis, IL 62201
Phone: (618) 874-5000
Toll-Free: (800) 777-0777
Offering the loosest slots in the Midwest, reported by Casino Player magazine. Located across from the Gateway Arch. Free parking and admission, direct MetroLink access. FREE.
Hours: 9 a.m. - 7 a.m.; Open 22 hours a day, year-round.
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Center for American Archeology
Rte. 100 at Rte. 108
P.O. Box 366
Kampsville, IL 62053
Phone: (618) 653-4316
Investigate American prehistory. Archeology tours, workshops and residential field school opportunities for all age groups.
Hours: Varies
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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area
801 Strodtman Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63138
Phone: (314) 877-6014
North of I-270 and Riverview Dr., 4,300-acre conservation area at the confluence of America's great rivers, the Missouri and Mississippi. Hunting, fishing, hiking, biking. 6 a.m. - 10 p.m., daily, Apr. - Sept.; site closes at 7 p.m., Oct. - Mar. Visitors Center open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wed. - Fri.; 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sat. and Sun. FREE
Hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m., daily, Apr. - Sept.; site closes at 7 p.m., Oct. - Mar.; Visitors Center, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wed. - Fri.; 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sat. and Sun.; closed Mon. and Tue. and some state holidays.
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Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
3750 Washington Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63108
Phone: (314) 535-4660
Nationally recognized museum featuring changing exhibitions of the most exciting visual art of our time. Open Tue. - Sun. Public tours every Wed. and Sat. at 1 p.m.
Hours: Tue. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thur., 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Crown Valley Winery
23589 State Rte. WW
Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670
Phone: (573) 756-9463
Located on a 600-acre estate. Tours, tasting, indoor and outdoor seating, deli and gift shop. Missouri and American wines available. FREE.
Hours: New winter hours: Mon. - Sun., 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; summer hours: Mon. - Fri., 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat. and Sun., 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
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Demolition Ball
1875 Old Hwy. 94 South
St. Charles, MO 63303
Phone: (636) 940-7700
Where fun and action collide. Bumper cars with a purpose. Two courts. Groups from 10 to 500.
Hours: Open anytime by advance reservation.
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Eckert's Country Store & Farms
951 S. Greenmount Rd.
Belleville, IL 62220
Phone: (618) 233-0513
Toll-Free: (800) 745-0513
Ride the wagons to pick your own fruit in season. Country Store with bakery, restaurant and gift area. Hours vary by season. FREE.
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Edward Jones Dome at America's Center
701 Convention Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63101
Phone: (314) 342-5036
St. Louis’ state-of-the-art convention complex. Group tours of the 70,000-seat Edward Jones Dome by reservation only, Mon. - Fri.; $5 adults; $4 seniors; $3 children.
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m
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The Eugene Field House and the St. Louis Toy Museum
634 S. Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 421-4689
Childhood home of Eugene Field, children’s poet, and Roswell Field, lawyer for Dred Scott. Special exhibits and toys on display. Open Mar. - Dec.
Hours: Wed. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun., noon - 4 p.m.; closed Mon., Tue. and national holidays
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Gateway Arch & Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
St. Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 923-3048
Toll-Free: (877) 982-1410
The Gateway Arch Riverfront, highlighted by the majestic Gateway Arch, attracts more than four million guests each year. At 630 ft., our nation's tallest manmade monument has plenty of exciting activities. Take the tram ride to the top, see a documentary film, experience a giant screen movie, visit the Lewis & Clark exhibit in the museum and go shopping. Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Extended summer hours.
Hours: Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Winter hours (Labor Day - Memorial Day), 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Summer hours (Memorial Day - Labor Day), 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Hours subject to change.
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Greensfelder Recreation Complex
550 Weidman Rd.
St. Louis, MO
Phone: (636) 391-0900
Outdoor Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor ice skating rink, tennis courts, creative playground, hiking and horse trails, four fishing lakes.
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Historic Aircraft Restoration Museum
3127 Creve Coeur Mill Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63146
Phone: (314) 434-3368
One of the largest collections of flying antique, classic and sport aircraft in the country including an original "Cub," the "Timm Collegiate" flown by Charles Lindbergh and the first "Curtiss Air Sedan," which was made in St. Louis. Open cockpit biplane rides available for a fee. Admission, $10 adults, $3 children, under 5, free.
Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sat. and Sun. or by appointment.
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Holocaust Museum & Learning Center
12 Millstone Campus Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63146
Phone: (314) 432-0020
Photographs, artifacts and audio-visual displays. Resource library and oral history archives. Self-guided audio tour. FREE.
Hours: Mon. - Thur., 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
2900 Sheridan Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63125
Phone: (314) 260-8691
Designated a National Cemetery in 1866, the 331-acre site is still in use today. Burials from the War of Independence through the present, and both Union and Confederate burials from the Civil War. Home to many monuments to those who served their country. FREE.
Hours: Open daily, dawn until dusk.
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Kemp Auto Museum
16955 Chesterfield Airport Rd.
Chesterfield, MO 63005-1405
Phone: (636) 537-1718
One of the best private collections of Mercedes in the world and includes acclaimed limousine, cabriolet, sports car and sedan designs from 1886 to the present. Hours: Wed. - Sun., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Mon. & Tue. $8 adults; $6 seniors and $3 under 18.
Hours: Wed. - Sun., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Mon. & Tue.
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Historic Kimmswick, MO
P.O. Box 98
Kimmswick, MO 63053
Phone: (636) 464-3128
Founded in 1859 by German immigrants, this once thriving river town, just south of St. Louis, has undergone extensive restoration since the 1970s. Now a living museum with century old buildings -- Many home to unique antiques, collectibles, specialty shops and B & B's. Dine in charming restaurants. Don't miss the award-winning Blue Owl Restaurant & Bakery. Open year round. Closed Mondays. 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis on I-55, exit 186. For more information and event dates, call the Kimmswick Visitors Center, (636) 464-6464.
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Lewis & Clark Boat House and Nature Center
1050 Riverside Dr.
St. Charles, MO 63301
Phone: (636) 947-3199
Interprets the Lewis & Clark expedition through excellent exhibits, literature and educational programs. $2 adults; $1 children.
Hours: Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mon. - Sat.; noon - 5 p.m., Sun.
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The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum
516 S. Kirkwood Rd. (Lindbergh Blvd.)
St. Louis, MO 63122
Phone: (314) 822-8900
Nationally acclaimed children’s museum that offers more than 100 hands-on educational exhibits for kids from one to 101. Explore the Children’s Village, Math Path and three-story slide. Extended summer hours. Admission $7; children under 1, free. Free parking.
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Meramec Caverns
I-44, Exit 230
Stanton, MO 63079
Phone: (636) 451-5400
Toll-Free: (800) 676-6105
One hour west of St. Louis. Guided tours of natural wonder. Motel and campgrounds, gift shop, restaurant, boat rides, canoe rentals. Open daily. Extended summer hours. $15 adults; $8 children, 5-11; under 5, free.
Hours: Open daily, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. with extended hours in the summer.
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Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: (314) 577-9400
Toll-Free: (800) 642-8842
Founded in 1859, the Missouri Botanical Garden is a National Historic Landmark with 79 acres of scenic landscaping and elegant structures. Don't miss the Climatron® tropical rain forest, Seiwa-en Japanese Garden and founder Henry Shaw's Victorian home.
Hours: Daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Christmas Day.
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Missouri State Parks
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: (800) 334-6946
Toll-Free: (800) 334-6946
State parks and historic sites provide outstanding opportunities to camp, hike, picnic, swim, fish and relive Missouri history. FREE.
Hours: State parks normally open sunrise to sunset
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Museum of Westward Expansion
Under the Gateway Arch
11 N. Fourth St.
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 655-1700
Explore the world of the American Indians and the 19th-century pioneers who helped shape the history of the American West at this museum located beneath the Arch. Contains an extensive collection of artifacts related to the westward expansion of the U.S. An authentic American Indian tipi, an overview of the Lewis & Clark expedition and Indian Peace Medals are just some of the highlights.
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National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
442 S. DeMazenod Dr.
Belleville, IL 62223-1023
Phone: (314) 241-3400
Toll-Free: (800) 682-2879
Largest outdoor shrine in North America. Gift shop, restaurant and hotel. Twelve devotional areas on 200 acres. Daily Masses. Grounds open year round. FREE.
Hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m., daily
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President Casino
St. Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 622-3000
Toll-Free: (800) 772-3647
Located at Laclede’s Landing on the St. Louis riverfront featuring slots, blackjack, craps, roulette, live poker and great food. Free downtown hotel shuttle, valet parking and MetroLink stop.
Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 a.m., Sun. - Thur. Open 24 hours, Fri. and Sat.
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Purina Farms
200 Checkerboard Dr.
Gray Summit, MO 63039
Phone: (314) 982-3232
Toll-Free: (888) 688-PETS
Live pets, displays, hands-on activities and animal demonstrations. Mid-Mar. to mid-Nov. Reservations required. I-44 to Gray Summit exit, Hwy. 100 N. to County Rd. MM. Turn left. Entry one mile on left. FREE.
Hours: Mid-Mar. to mid-Nov.
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Rockwoods Reservation
2751 Glencoe Rd.
Wildwood, MO 63038
Phone: (636) 458-2236
1,898 acres of rugged forest with springs and streams. Seven trails, picnic areas and education center. Visitor center open daily, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mar. - May and Sept. - Oct. FREE.
Hours: Visitor center open daily, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mar. - May and Sept. - Oct
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Saint Louis Art Museum
Forest Park
1 Fine Arts Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: (314) 721-0072
Built as the Fine Arts Palace of the 1904 World's Fair and one of the nation's leading comprehensive art museums. Collections include works of art of exceptional quality from virtually every culture and time period. Highlights include free admission to special exhibitions on Fri. and programs that range from films to performances. FREE.
Hours: Tue. - Sun., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Open until 9 p.m. on Fri.; Closed Mon., Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
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St. Louis Fire Department Museum
1421 N. Jefferson Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63106
Phone: (314) 289-1933
Historic firefighting equipment and memorabilia. Tour groups are seen by appointment only. You may contact Bob Pauly, the Museum Curator for reservations at 314-289-1933. FREE.
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Saint Louis Science Center
5050 Oakland Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: (314) 289-4400
Toll-Free: (800) 456-7572
Explore 700+ exhibits. See the OMNIMAX Theater, Planetarium, special traveling exhibitions and more. Group rates are available. Open seven days a week. No general admission charge.
Hours: Mon. - Thur. & Sat., 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Summer hours: Mon. - Thur. & Sat., 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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St. Louis Walk of Fame
6504 Delmar in The Loop
St. Louis, MO 63130
Phone: (314) 727-STAR
113 stars and informative plaques honoring famous St. Louisans set in the sidewalks of The Loop, an exciting restaurant, shopping and arts and entertainment district. Stars include John Goodman, Chuck Berry, Bob Costas and Tina Turner. FREE.
Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day.
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SayersBrook Bison Ranch
11820 SayersBrook Rd.
Potosi, MO 63664
Phone: (573) 438-4449
Toll-Free: (888) 854-4449
Fabulous destination for mystery tours and corporate retreats. Five-star chef for evening meals. Video presentations and herd tours. Lunch on a mile long lake with pontoon boat rides. More than 1,000 bison on six sq. mi. of breathtaking beauty.
Hours: Mon. - Sun., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Six Flags St. Louis
I-44 SW of St. Louis, Exit 261
Eureka, MO 63025
Phone: (636) 938-4800
Non-stop, over the top, high-speed thrills around every turn. Heart pounding roller coasters, family rides and attractions are just the tickets to fun for kids of all ages. Visit Hurricane Harbor, a 12-acre water park, free with theme park admission.
Hours: Call information line at (636) 938-4800
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Soldiers Memorial Military Museum
1315 Chestnut
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 622-4550
Dedicated in 1936 to St. Louis’ veterans and war dead. Exhibits include uniforms, photographs, weaponry, war souvenirs and regalia. FREE.
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m
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Swing-A-Round Fun Town
Hwy. 141 & Gravois Rd.
Fenton, MO 63026
Phone: (636) 349-7077
The year-round place for fun for all ages. Go-Karts, Kiddie Karts, bumper boats, three mini-golf courses, batting cages, 80 arcade games and great food. Group rates available with reservations.
Hours: Varies seasonally
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Upper Limits Rock Climbing Gym
326 S. 21st St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 241-7625
Located downtown next to Union Station, sporting 35-ft. walls and 10,000 sq. ft. of climbing. The gym offers classes, group adventures, scout programs, team building programs, summer clinics and more.
Hours: Mon. - Fri., noon - 10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. - 8 p.m
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Wildwood Plantation
40 Dames Ct.
St. Louis , MO 63135
Phone: (314) 521-7975
150 year-old plantation built by slaves. Each room of this historical landmark will take you back to a time where time stood still and life was laid back.
Hours: Mon. - Sat., 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
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World Bird Sanctuary
125 Bald Eagle Ridge Rd.
Valley Park, MO 63088
Phone: (636) 225-4390
Live eagles, owls, hawks and more exhibited in a convenient 130-acre park setting. Hiking trails, bird watching, picnic areas and knowledgable naturalists offer unique environmental entertainment. FREE.
Hours: Open daily, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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The Fabulous Fox Theatre
527 N. Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 534-1111
Opened in 1929, today presents live entertainment with superstars, Broadway shows, family shows and concerts. Tours: Tue., Thur. and Sat., 10:30 a.m.
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Gateway International Raceway
700 Raceway Blvd.
Madison, IL 62060
Phone: (618) 482-2400
Toll-Free: (866) 357-7333
Major motorsports Mar. - Oct. NHRA POWERade Drag Racing, NASCAR Busch and Craftsman Truck Series plus special and weekly events, Richard Petty Driving Experience.
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St. Louis Blues
1401 Clark Ave.
St. Louis , MO 63103
Phone: (314) 622-5400
Home of the St. Louis Blues Hockey Club and the Saint Louis University Billikens Basketball team. Features a full range of concerts, ice shows and other sporting events. Plays host to approximately 175 events per year bringing nearly 2 million guests to downtown St. Louis annually and ranking among the top arenas in the country.
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American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog
1721 S. Mason Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63131
Phone: (314) 821-3647
A fine arts museum devoted to man’s best friend. Displays include paintings and artifacts by artistic masters throughout the ages. Gift shop and library available to visitors. Closed Mon. and holidays.
Hours: Tue. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun., 1 - 5 p.m.
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Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center
I-55 & Arsenal St.
St. Louis, MO 63118
Phone: (314) 577-2626
Tours include the historic Brewhouse, Budweiser Clydesdale stables, lager cellar, packaging plant, hospitality room and Anheuser-Busch gift shop. Open daily. FREE.
Hours: Log onto www.budweisertours.com for hours.
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General Daniel Bissell House
10225 Bellefontaine Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63137
Phone: (314) 544-5714
Built by the commanding officer of the first American military post west of the Mississippi. $2 adults; $1 children, 6 -15. Tours by appointment only.
Hours: Special events and by appointment only.
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Black Madonna Shrine and Grottos
100 St. Joseph's Rd.
Pacific, MO 63069
Phone: (636) 938-5361
A collection of magnificent multi-colored rock grottos. I-44 west to Eureka exit, left on Hwy. 109, right onto Hwy. FF, left onto Hwy. F to St. Joseph’s Rd. FREE.
Hours: Apr. - Sept., 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Oct. and Mar., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Nov. - Feb., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Bonne Terre Mine/West End Diving
39 Allen St.
Bonne Terre, MO 63628
Phone: (314) 209-7200
Toll-Free: (888) 843-3483
A National Geographic “Top 10 Adventure.” Walking, boat or scuba tours of world’s largest manmade caverns and lake. Mined for more than 100 years. Dived and filmed by Jacques Cousteau. A bed and breakfast resort.
Hours: May - Sept., Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat. and Sun., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Oct. - Apr., Fri. - Mon., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; all groups by appointment.
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The Butterfly House
Faust Park
15193 Olive Blvd.
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Phone: (636) 530-0076
A cultural and educational attraction. Visitors will see thousands of butterflies in free flight and actually witness the mystery of metamorphosis. Daily except Mon. $6 adults; $4.50 seniors (65 & older); $4 children 12 and under; children 3 and under, free.
Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day
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Campbell House Museum
1508 Locust St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 421-0325
1851 mansion with original Victorian furnishings. Children free.
Hours: Mar. - Dec., Wed. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. ; Sun., Noon - 4 p.m.
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Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis (New Cathedral)
Lindell Blvd. at Newstead Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108
Phone: (314) 373-8240
World’s largest collection of mosaic art; museum and shop. Open daily for Masses and self-guided tours. Mosaic museum, $1.
Hours: Shop, museum, tours: Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m. tour after Mass.
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City Museum
701 N. 15th St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 231-2489
Explore the unexpected at this exciting museum for children and adults. Art, science, history and fun weave together in this one-of-a-kind downtown attraction. $12 per person.
Hours: Labor Day - Memorial Day: Sun, 11am - 5pm; Mon - Tues, Closed; Wed - Thurs, 9am - 5pm; Fri, 9am - 1am; Sat, 10am - 1am. Memorial Day - Labor Day: Sun, 11am - 5pm; Mon - Thurs, 9am - 5pm; Fri, 9am - 1am; Sat, 10am - 1am.
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Concordia Historical Institute
801 Seminary Place
St. Louis, MO 63105
Phone: (314) 505-7900
Museum, archives and historical library with world’s largest collection on the history of Lutheranism in America. FREE.
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Creve Coeur Park
Marine Ave. and Dorsett Rd.
St. Louis, MO
Phone: (314) 615-4386
Non-gasoline boats are permitted on 320-acre lake. Wildlife areas are located along south and west shores. Frisbee golf course, picnic shelters, archery fields and much more. FREE.
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Samuel Cupples House
Saint Louis University
West Pine Mall between Grand & Spring
St. Louis, MO 63108
Phone: (314) 977-3025
1888 Gilded Age historic home with opulent interior and stained glass windows. Fine and decorative art, 1,000-piece antique glass collection. $5 adults and seniors; children free.
Hours: Tue. - Sat., 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
Old Rte. 66, 6726 Chippewa
St. Louis, MO 63119
Phone: (314) 481-2652
A St. Louis tradition on Old Route 66 since 1929. Known for specialty “concrete” shakes, so thick you can turn them upside down. Mar. - Jan., open daily.
Hours: Mar. - Jan., 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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The Edge
701 S. Belt West
Belleville, IL 62220-2415
Phone: (618) 236-2101
Laser Rock Laser Tag Center, world's largest laser tag arena, family friendly, d.s. vespers Sports Pub & Eatery, The Links Miniature Golf Course and large video arcade. 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis, off IL rte. 15.
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Faust Park
15185 Olive Blvd.
Chesterfield, MO 63017-1805
Phone: (636) 532-7298
1820s estate of Missouri’s second Governor, Faust Historical Village, restored 1920s Dentzel carousel, the Butterfly House and Webster University Community Music School. Village interprets history of 1840s-1880s. Historic reenactors, spring through fall. Thornhill tours by appointment. $1 carousel rides.
Hours: Call (636) 532-7298 for hours.
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Forest Park
Bounded by I-64, Kingshighway, Lindell & Skinker
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: (314) 289-5300
One of the largest urban parks in the United States. At 1,371 acres, it is approximately 500 acres larger than Central Park in New York City. In 1904, the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, the greatest of the World’s Fairs, drew more than 19 million visitors from around the world to Forest Park. Contains the Art Museum, Science Center, Zoo, Jewel Box greenhouse, History Museum, The Muny theatre, 7.5-mile biking, jogging and skating path, skating rink and lakes. FREE.
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Grand Prix Speedways - St. Louis
3590 Rider Trail South
Earth City, MO 63045
Phone: (314) 298-RACE
Toll-Free: (866) RACEZONE
Amazing indoor racing experience with fast vehicles, first-class meeting and conference space, a four-star restaurant and VIP club. Call or visit our website for hours and rates.
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Grant's Farm
10501 Gravois Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63123
Phone: (314) 843-1700
Compliments of Anheuser-Busch, Inc., this Busch family estate was once owned by Ulysses S. Grant. Animal shows, petting area and a tram ride through the wildlife preserve. No reservations required. Nominal parking fee. Open mid-Apr. - Oct. FREE.
Hours: Open mid-Apr. - Oct.
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Harrah's St. Louis Casino & Hotel
777 Casino Center Dr.
St. Louis , MO 63043
Phone: (314) 770-8100
Toll-Free: (800) HARRAHS
The thrills never stop with the Mardi Gras themed casino and the new IBAR that feature 2,700 slots and 56 table games all under one roof. Replica 1800s riverfront town, seven restaurants, live entertainment and more excitement around every corner. FREE.
Hours: Mardi Gras Casino, Mon. - Thur., 8 a.m. - 5 a.m.; Fri. - Sun., 24 hours (opens 8 a.m. Fri., closes 5 a.m. Mon.) Island Casino, Mon. - Thur., 11 a.m. - 5 a.m.; Fri. - Sun., 24 hours (opens 11 a.m. Fri., closes 5 a.m. Mon.)
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International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame, Home of the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum
Across from Busch Stadium
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 231-6340
Two great sports museums in one. 5,000 years of bowling history, more than a century of St. Louis baseball and four free frames of bowling. Tours and group rates available.
Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily, Apr. - Sept.; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tue. - Sat., Oct. - Mar.
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Jefferson Barracks Historic Park
533 Grant Rd. - End of S. Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63125
Phone: (314) 544-5714
Devoted to military history and recreation. Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant served here. FREE.
Hours: Wed. - Sun., Noon - 4 p.m.
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Johnny Throttle Speedway
1860 Scherer Pkwy.
St. Charles, MO 63304
Phone: (636) 946-RACE
A remote control car racing track in St. Charles. Large seating/spectator area, concessions, catering, group rates, team building, racing events and leagues.
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Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum-Washington University
Steinberg Hall
Corner of Skinker and Forsyth blvds.
St. Louis, MO 63130
Phone: (314) 935-4523
Considered one the finest university collections in the country. Exhibits works from the permanent collection, special loan exhibits and graduating student shows. Includes significant holdings of 19th- and 20th-century American and European paintings, sculptures and prints and major contemporary works. Closed during construction of new facilities. Open fall 2006. FREE.
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Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
10701 Lambert International Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63145
Phone: (314) 426-8000
Fourteen airlines with nonstop service to more than 84 cities in the U.S. and international destinations. Two MetroLink stations directly link Lambert’s terminals to downtown St. Louis businesses and attractions. Aviation murals on exhibit, “Black Americans in Flight” and “Aviation ... An American Triumph.” Charles Lindbergh’s personal Monocoupe plane on display. FREE.
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Lone Elk Park
I-44 N. Outer Rd. west of Hwy. 141
St. Louis, MO
Phone: (314) 615-7275
A 546-acre wildlife trail area with bison, wild turkey, waterfowl, elk and deer.
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James S. McDonnell Prologue Room
Corner of McDonnell Blvd. & Airport Rd.
100 Airport Way
St. Louis, MO 63134
Phone: (314) 232-6896
From biplanes to space travel, the Prologue Room features full-size spacecraft, large-scale models, photos and paintings portraying a century of aviation progress. Summer hours only, Jun. - Aug., Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. FREE.
Hours: Summer only: (Jun., Jul. and Aug.) 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mon. - Sat.
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Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis
4746 Gravois Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63116
Phone: (314) 832-7790
Permanent and rotating exhibits featuring dolls and dollhouses, roomboxes and vignettes, furniture and accessories in all scales. Gift shop and library devoted to miniatures. $5 adults; $4 seniors 62 and up and youth 13-18; $2 children 2-12; members free.
Hours: Wed. - Sat., 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun., 1 - 4 p.m.; closed Mon., Tue. and major holidays.
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Missouri History Museum (Missouri Historical Society)
Forest Park
St. Louis, MO 63112-0040
Phone: (314) 746-4599
Programs and outreach services, including traveling exhibitions, tours, theatrical and musical presentations, family festivals, special events, workshops, and lectures. Permanent exhibitions currently on view include "Seeking St. Louis," an exciting, state-of-the-art, interactive, two-gallery exhibition which tells the history of the region from earliest times to the present, Lindbergh and 1904 World’s Fair.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Tuesday until 8:00 pm
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Museum of Transportation
3015 Barrett Station Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63122
Phone: (314) 965-7998
More than 300 pieces including steam, diesel and electric locomotives, passenger and freight cars, automobiles, streetcars, buses and aircraft. Locomotive cabs and caboose. Passenger car tours offered daily. $4 adults; $1.50 children and seniors age 65 and up.
Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tue. - Sun.; closed Mon. except the following Mon. holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day and Veteran's Day. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's days.
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NASCAR SpeedPark
St. Louis Mills
5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd., Ste. 375
Hazelwood, MO 63042
Phone: (314) 227-5600
Full-throttle fun featuring racetracks, rides, and attractions for all ages. Arcade, event and party areas, great food and NASCAR retail store. Open year round.
Hours: Hours vary by season
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Old Cathedral (Basilica of St. Louis, King of France)
209 Walnut St.
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 231-3250
St. Louis’ earliest church. The present structure is 172 years old and a national monument. Museum contains countless religious artifacts. Daily Mass. FREE.
Hours: Daily Mass; Sat. Mass, 5:30 p.m.; Sun. Masses, 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon and 5 p.m.
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The Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts
3716 Washington Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63108
Phone: (314) 754-1850
Through exhibitions, its building and its program collaborations with other arts institutions, the Pulitzer seeks to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of art in the context of architecture. FREE.
Hours: Wed., noon - 5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Raging Rivers WaterPark
100 Palisades Pkwy.
Grafton, IL 62037
Phone: (618) 786-2345
Forty minutes from St. Louis on the Great River Road (Rte. 100). Giant wave pool, body flumes, Endless River, Tree House Harbor, family interactive play area. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. All Day Splash: guest fees, $14.95-$17.95, children under 2, free; PM Splash (after 3 p.m.): guest fees, $10.95-$13.95.
Hours: Open Memorial Day - Labor Day
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Royal Dumpe Dinner Theatre
809 N. Second St.
St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone: (314) 621-5800
Join King Henry VIII, his court jester and favorite serving wenches for a four-course dinner and musical comedy revue specializing in audience participation. Currently in our 33rd year of performance.
Hours: Fri. and Sat., by reservation
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St. Louis Artists' Guild
Two Oak Knoll Park
St. Louis, MO 63105
Phone: (314) 727-6266
Promoting the visual arts in St. Louis since 1886. Located in a restored 1920s mansion in Oak Knoll Park in Clayton. Recognized for national and regional exhibitions, classes and workshops, art talks and programs. FREE.
Hours: Tue. - Sun., noon - 4 p.m. Closed Mon. and holidays.
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St. Louis Public Library
1301 Olive St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 241-2288
Beautiful Italian Renaissance-style building contains more than 1.5 million books and 3 million other resources. FREE.
Hours: Mon., 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tue. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Closed Sun.
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St. Louis Union Station
Market St. between 18th & 20th streets
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 421-6655
A National Historic Landmark with more than 85 unique specialty shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. Historic Hyatt Regency Hotel, Memories Museum, Self guided walking tour and Free Guided Tours. FREE.
Hours: Mon. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Saint Louis Zoo
Forest Park
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: (314) 781-0900
The Saint Louis Zoo is home to more than 11,400 exotic animals, many of them rare and endangered. These 810 species represent the major continents and biomes of the world. Set in the rolling hills, lakes and glades of Forest Park, the Saint Louis Zoo is always a great place to be. FREE.
Hours: The Zoo is open year round, except December 25 and January 1. Summer hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Non-summer hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
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Scottrade Center
1401 Clark Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 622-5400
A 20,000-seat arena, home to St. Louis Blues hockey, Saint Louis University Billikens basketball, concerts, sporting events and family shows. Hosts 200 events and two million guests each year.
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SkyZone Recreational Center
17379 Edison Ave.
Chesterfield, MO 63005
Phone: (636) 530-4550
The next dimension in sports, fun and fitness. All activities take place on all trampoline-walled playing fields where players are moving on the ground, zooming through the air and running on sidewalls, all at the same time. Anyone can successfully and safely participate regardless of size, strength or physical abilities. Perfect for families, groups and corporate outings.
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Suson Park Animal Farm
Wells Rd., south of Hwy. 21
St. Louis, MO 63128
Phone: (314) 638-2100
Country living is just around the corner for urban dwellers who can see farm animals at this charming, small farm. FREE.
Hours: Open Apr. - Sept., 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily; Oct. - Mar., 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., daily.
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Trailnet
Various Trail Locations
St. Louis, MO 63125
Phone: (314) 416-9930
Information on area biking and hiking trails including the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge (open daily), St. Louis Riverfront Trail and seasonal bike rides sponsored by Trailnet's Bicycle Fun Club.
Hours: 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset.
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West Port Plaza
I-270 & Page Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63146
Phone: (314) 576-7100
International restaurants, comedy club, blues and jazz club, special events, live musical entertainment and a first-class hotel. FREE.
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World Aquarium at City Museum
701 N. 15th St.
St Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 647-9594
URL: www.worldaquarium.net
The next phase of evolution of St. Louis Children's Aquarium. Pet stingrays, crawl through huge waterfall displays, experience a giant-sized sand castle beach all while learning more about the aquatic ecosystems of the world. Experience Sharks in the City, huge shell columns and jumping jets of water. Discover an experience that all family members will enjoy. Admission to the World Aquarium is an add-on price to City Museum.
Hours: Call for seasonal hours.
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Worldways Children's Museum
15479 Clayton Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63011
Phone: (636) 207-7008
Affordable hands-on travel adventures. Cross the border to Mexico or the Pacific Ocean to the Philippines. Tunnel through the earth’s center to slide into a Chinese Village. Senegal offers more fun activities. $5 per person.
Hours: Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; closed Sundays during the summer
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The Muny Theatre
Forest Park
St. Louis, MO 63112
Phone: (314) 361-1900
Fabulous Broadway-style entertainment under the stars at America’s oldest and largest outdoor musical theatre. From mid-June through mid-Aug. nightly, in beautiful Forest Park.
Hours: In-season, shows at 8:15 p.m.
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