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Gateway Arch Tour: History and Views
4.5
76 Ratings
St. Louis
Discover the Gateway Arch with a VIP tour. Enjoy historic insights, a tram ride, and panoramic views. Explore the museum for an unforgettable experience.
Discover the Gateway Arch with a VIP tour. Enjoy historic insights, a tram ride, and panoramic views. Explore the museum for an unforgettable experience.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kiener Plaza - Your tour begins at Kiener Plaza which offers travelers a chance to enjoy interactive fountains, lush gardens, and public art installations. Visitors can explore scenic walking paths and learn about the park’s history, making it a serene and culturally enriching urban retreat.
- Old Courthouse - Your knowledgeable guide will…
- Kiener Plaza - Your tour begins at Kiener Plaza which offers travelers a chance to enjoy interactive fountains, lush gardens, and public art installations. Visitors can explore scenic walking paths and learn about the park’s history, making it a serene and culturally enriching urban retreat.
- Old Courthouse - Your knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the site of the famous Dred Scott case. As you stroll through the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, you’ll learn about the significance of this area in celebrating America’s westward expansion.
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Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France - The Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France, also known as the Old Cathedral, is a stunning historic landmark and a must-visit attraction in St. Louis. The cathedral’s beautiful stained glass windows, intricate mosaics, and impressive artwork create a serene atmosphere. It also holds significant cultural and historical importance as the first cathedral west of the Mississippi River, offering guided tours and exhibits to educate visitors on the city’s early development.
In addition to its historical and cultural significance, the Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France also hosts regular religious services, concerts, and other events. With its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant community, the cathedral provides a unique and enriching experience. - The Gateway Arch - Gateway Arch in St. Louis offers travelers an in-depth experience of this iconic landmark, featuring a tram ride to the top for panoramic views, and access to the Museum at the Gateway Arch with engaging exhibits on westward expansion and the monument’s construction. Visitors can also explore the beautifully landscaped grounds and riverfront, while learning about the historical significance of the site.
- Museum at the Gateway Arch - With six interactive galleries, you will experience untold stories of the founding of St. Louis.
What's Included
- Admission to St Louis Gateway Arch
- Small group guided walking tour of St Louis
- Admission to Gateway Arch Museum
- Pass by Kiener Plaza and the Old Courthouse
- Admission to St Louis Gateway Arch
- Small group guided walking tour of St Louis
- Admission to Gateway Arch Museum
- Pass by Kiener Plaza and the Old Courthouse
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
Explore the St. Louis Gateway Arch, where history, architecture, and stunning views unite for an unforgettable adventure.
The tour kicks off at Kiener Plaza, located just behind the historic Old Courthouse. Here, the guide will narrate the story of the Dred Scott case and its significant impact on American history. Then, hop on the tram to ascend to the…
Explore the St. Louis Gateway Arch, where history, architecture, and stunning views unite for an unforgettable adventure.
The tour kicks off at Kiener Plaza, located just behind the historic Old Courthouse. Here, the guide will narrate the story of the Dred Scott case and its significant impact on American history. Then, hop on the tram to ascend to the top of the Gateway Arch, discovering intriguing details about its design and construction along the way. Upon reaching the observation deck, take in the sweeping views of downtown St. Louis, the Mississippi River, and the surrounding landscape.
Wrap up the journey at the Museum at the Gateway Arch, featuring interactive exhibits that delve into America’s westward expansion, the creation of the Arch, and the individuals who brought this monument to life.
This captivating tour perfectly combines history, culture, and breathtaking scenery, making it a must-visit for anyone traveling to St. Louis.
Location
209 Walnut St
Walnut Street
Meet your guide near the Basilica of St. Louis, King of France. Your guide will be wearing a white polo shirt with our company logo on it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(76 Ratings)
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Timothy_b
Feb 8, 2026
Our tour guide Chad was... - Our tour guide Chad was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Rebecca
Jan 22, 2026
Perfect introduction to St. Louis! - I thoroughly enjoyed this perfect-length tour! Jim was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing history, facts, and local lore with ease and humor. I appreciated the range of interests he covered, from baseball to history to art to architecture. His tour gave me a terrific overview of this new-to-me city, and I look forward to re-visiting several spots. The tram ride and views from the Arch were a perfect end to the afternoon, and I definitely plan to go back and check out the exhibits in the museum that Jim recommended. What a wonderful welcome to St. Louis! Thank you!
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Maureen
Jan 20, 2026
Saint Louis Walking Tour with Jim Davis - AWESOME, Jim was very friendly, attentive as well as interactive! 5 stars. Would do again. We would recommend to friends and family.
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Rosemary_h
Dec 16, 2025
Great walking tour, even in the cold. - Chad was a great guide. We enjoyed our walking tour, and his fount of knowledge convinced us we need to return to St. Louis for longer than a one day stop over.
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Chris_c
Nov 27, 2025
Lovely end cap to our midwest girls trip - Our last leg from Branson to St Louis was 4 hours which meant leaving Branson at 8:30 central would put us in St Louis just in time for lunch. We parked close by in the city parking at 200 N Broadway. We strolled over a block & had a lovely lunch at UKraft then met up with Jim Davis at The Runner statue in Kiener Plaza.
The communication for our booking started shortly after booking. This helped us know when & where to meet & what to expect. These instructions were exceptionally clear. We also then had a direct way to converse with our guide should issues arise.
The tour lasted approximately two hours. We enjoyed the historical insight that Jim provided , as well as modern additions in recent years. Busch Stadium was cool to see more clearly without a sea of people on game day. I especially loved the history of Drury Inn & fur trading. The bronze statue of Dred & Harriet Scott at the old courthouse is stunning. You could spend a whole tour on that historical case alone.
Jim gave us pointers for staying in the city, game day spots, & pointers that we wouldn’t have known without his expertise. I highly recommend his tour near the beginning of your stay in St Louis!
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Tom_b
Nov 16, 2025
Really personalized our... - Really personalized our experience. We learned a lot, and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Be ready to walk!
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Phaedra
Nov 9, 2025
Walking, Talking and Taking Pictures - Roger did a great job! He was very knowledgeable about the city and its history. I highly recommend this tour if you like walking around and seeing the sights and sounds of St. Louis. From Freedom Plaza to the Arch with St. Louis Blues and Cardinals Baseball talk in between; it is certainly worth your time. You may even have a hawk join the tour! Thumbs up for the toasted ravioli, too! Thanks again!!
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Shv49090
Nov 8, 2025
A great history of St. Louis - What a great tour! Our guide, Trey, did an awesome job of telling us the history of St. Louis as well as the history of the Old Courthouse, which is now part of the Gateway Arch National Park. He showed us around the grounds of the National Park complex and escorted us into the Arch to show us how to access the rail cars to the top of the Arch. The museum beneath the Arch has a wealth of information about the founding of St. Louis and the westward expansion. If you have 2 or 3 hours to spend and are able to stand and walk to explore, this is a great experience. Perfect for teenaged children.
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Carrie_a
Dec 21, 2025
Great Way to be Introduced to the City - This is a great walking tour but be aware that at the end you’ll need to climb stairs. A LOT of stairs. I was not able to go into the Arch because of that.
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Nellagm
Dec 26, 2025
I have my doubts as to this being a legitimate license USA tour company. - My review mirrors most of the 1 star reviews. The address given was not a place of business. It was in the MIDDLE of a public park. There wasn’t even a pop-up, with a table, chairs and no “Company Name” to be seen anywhere. Probably because they do not have a license to be selling services from that location, a public city park. After waiting for 30 minutes and calling TripAdvisor before that. The “guide” located my party of 3 (all of which live in large cities, my husband & I live near Los Angeles). Now days we have Waze & Google Maps, but 30 years ago we had to use a Thomas Guide to get around LA and a state map (that AAA gave us) to make a family road trip. We know how to use & find an address. During our wait we were told another person that most of the “exclusive” tours promised by this company, were actually FREE to everyone! Therefore the exorbitant amount that they charge is unjustified. While on the phone with TripAdvisor an older guy dressed like he had been hiking in the mountains or perhaps he was trying to blend in with the less fortunate people of our country, shows up claiming to be our tour guide. I refuse the service immediately. On the ground of it not being a authorize business with a legal USA business license and address. The “guide” didn’t look professional at all. He proceeded to argue with me. Telling me that the address of the city park is a real address. That may be, but it’s not a business address. I ran my own company. Missouri may be a different state but it too requires that you have a physical address. Later sending my personal cell phone unkind text messages. I grew tired of his harassing texts, so I blocked him.
I immediately told my credit card company to put that card on hold. Later that day, I emailed the company and TripAdvisor to relay my story as I have forthwith. They agreed to return all except $11 and some change for state taxes. Which I agreed to.
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