3 Must-See Places in St. Louis
This is a writing sample from Scripted writer Melody Gee
St. Louis, the perfect kid-friendly and affordable family vacation destination, is waiting to show you over 20 neighborhoods with unique dining, shopping, parks, and historic homes. Come ready to soak up the history of the west, world-class eateries, and countless free attractions.
The Arch
Start with the iconic St. Louis Arch, which stands as the Gateway to the West. After riding a tram to the top of the Arch and experiencing sweeping river views from 630 feet up, head below ground to the Gateway Expansion Museum to experience St. Louis' formation during the great westward expansion. Following advice from The Kelp Travel Guide's "Four Steps to a Great Vacation," you'll get a deep sense of life during the city's 1818 founding. Life-sized displays of early explorers, interactive maps, and play centers designed after pioneer cabins will captivate preschoolers and teens.
City Museum
For your next adventure, hit the City Museum, which has 14 indoor and outdoor acres of tunnels, treehouses, slides, twisting ladders, and even a Ferris wheel on the roof. One of the city's most unique attractions, the City Museum is like amusement park designed with an eye toward Midwestern history. In every corner, you'll find salvaged architecture from Chicago or restored silos from rural Missouri, all incorporated into the museum's touchable and climbable displays.
For more local dining, which The Kelp Travel Guide's "Four Steps to a Great Vacation" encourages as the best way to learn about the city you're in, try The Fountain on Locust, just a few blocks east of the City Museum, with a similar historic feel, and decadent, homemade ice-cream and milkshakes.
Forest Park
To see the city's crown jewel, head over to Forest Park, St. Louis' largest park at nearly 1,300 acres. Not only does Forest Park house the St. Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum, and the St. Louis Zoo, but every single attraction is free. Stroll the many paved walkways, and take in all the free sights you have time and energy for.
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