THINGS TO DO IN STL
Attractions around WWTR
Gateway Fan Favorites
PBR: PBR features a large dance floor, a soft-seating lounge area, private outdoor balconies, multiple bars, and the world’s meanest mechanical bull as a showpiece element to the club.
The Over/Under Bar & Grill: This Restaurant/Bar is located in the heart of the vibrant Loft District on Washington Avenue in St. Louis.
Broadway Oyster Bar: The Broadway Oyster Bar is a locally owned and operated establishment and has been for over 35 years. The Oyster Bar is widely regarded as the premier New Orleans’ style restaurant, bar and music venue in the Midwest.
Wheelhouse Downtown: Wheelhouse is a Lofty, industrial hangout with 2 bars & creative pub grub, plus weekend brunch & TVs showing sports.
Hooters Downtown: Hooters is a Sports bar & grill chain famous for chicken wings served by waitresses in short shorts.
Sugarfire Smoke House: The best traditions of the best barbecue cities in the U.S.A. to create a St. Louis style barbecue that’s all its own.
Attractions
The Gateway Arch: As one of the top sites in St. Louis, the Gateway Arch is a must-see on your trip to the city.
Saint Louis Zoo: The famous Saint Louis Zoo has so many animal exhibits and attractions that visiting feels like a full day at a theme park.
Ball Park Village: Located in the heart of St. Louis’ central business district adjacent to Busch Stadium, Ballpark Village is the first-ever, sports-anchored, multi-phased/mixed-use development.
St. Louis Wheel at Union Station: Visitors get a bird’s-eye view of the train shed and the iconic St. Louis skyline when they board the neighboring 200-foot St. Louis Wheel.
St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station: Located in what was once one of the busiest passenger rail terminals in the world, the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station will take you on an aquatic journey like no other.
Christmas Lights: With our event being so close to the holiday season, there is nothing better than checking out the multiple Christmas Light Displays St. Louis offers.
Top Golf: Top Golf is a premier entertainment destination in Chesterfield, MO. Enjoy our climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort with HDTVs in every bay and throughout our sports bar and restaurant.
National Landmarks
Saint Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum: The St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum is a team hall of fame located in downtown St. Louis, Missouri, representing the history, players and personnel of the professional baseball franchise St. Louis Cardinals of Major League Baseball.
Saint Louis Art Museum: The Saint Louis Art Museum is one of the principal U.S. art museums, with paintings, sculptures, cultural objects, and ancient masterpieces from all corners of the world.
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site: The Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site is the site of a pre-Columbian Native American city directly across the Mississippi River from modern St. Louis, Missouri.
National Blues Museum: The National Blues Museum is a 501 non-profit museum in St. Louis, Missouri, United States, dedicated to exploring the musical history and impact of the blues.
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site: The Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site is a 9.65-acre United States National Historic Site located 10 miles southwest of downtown St. Louis, Missouri, within the municipality of Grantwood Village.
Casinos
Horseshoe St. Louis: Formerly known as the Lumiere Place Casino, the Horseshoe is located in downtown St. Louis, Missouri, in the shadow of the Gateway Arch, and is considered one of the premier gaming properties in the city.
River City Casino and Hotel: Set on the banks of the Mississippi River, River City Casino offers a luxury hotel and casino with the best gaming and dining in St. Louis, Missouri.
DraftKings at Casino Queens: The 6,000 square foot state-of-the-art expansion at the Casino Queen features a 60-foot video wall, dozens of high-definition televisions, a VIP area and more than 30 betting kiosks.
Hollywood Casino and Hotel: Hollywood Casino St. Louis offers 2100 of slots and video poker machines and 70-plus table games!
World Wide Technology Raceway is located in Madison, Illinois and is in the heart of the St. Louis Metropolitan area. St. Louis is the home of three professional sports teams and multiple world class restaurants. Both sides of the Mississippi River have historical markers which helped pave the way to modern history.
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While you are in town take advantage of the many restaurants, convenient hotel amenities and all the great attractions the Gateway City has to offer. The Gateway City has plenty to offer its visitors with fun, family-friendly activities, great entertainment venues and an exciting nightlife. Relax in a cozy neighborhood cafe, tour a local brewery or take the kids on an adventure.
Rev up your engine at the Kemp Auto Museum marveling at the beauty and craftsmanship of the finest European automobiles, from the classic early models to contemporary designs. Tour a collection of rare and vintage motorcycles at the Moto Museum, or explore the history, mechanics and design of the cart and buggy, planes, trains or anything else with wheels at the St. Louis Museum of Transportation.
Get a bird’s eye view from the Gateway Arch stainless steel monument. During the spring and summer seasons, you can cheer on our 11-time World champions the St. Louis Cardinals at the new Busch Stadium. Visit this exciting Midwest theme park that’s fun for the whole family! Visitors can loop the loop on Batman the Ride, soar at speeds of up to 62 mph on the Screaming Eagle wooden coaster and get soaked on the whitewater rapids adventure of Thunder River. Guests of Six Flags St. Louis.
Looking for a fun night out? Head downtown to Washington Avenue or Laclede’s Landing and take your pick of some of the hottest bars and dance clubs in St. Louis (most are smoke free and open till 3 a.m.) Get up close and personal with the furry, the flying and the fishy creatures of the Saint Louis Zoo.
Visit the region’s first interactive children’s museum, built in a sprawling Victorian mansion in suburban St. Louis. Kids will enjoy all sorts of fun and educational activities at the Magic House. Another great kids activity is the RYZE Adventure Park St. Louis, which was highly suggested by HBP. Take a tour of the historic Anheuser-Busch Brewery where you can visit the Budweiser Clydesdales and sample a variety of premium brands. And to top it all off, satisfy your sweet tooth at Ted Drewes with some signature frozen custard.
