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Gateway Arch Tour: History and Views
4.5
70 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:
1 hour, 30 minutes
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
500 Chestnut St
Chestnut Street
Meet your guide near the Kiener Memorial Fountain and Runner Statue . 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
(70 Ratings)
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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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Gerda_r
Oct 29, 2025
Highly recommended! - Trey was a great guide who knew a lot, was very dedicated and likeable. Highly recommended!
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Gabyboddy
Oct 27, 2025
The Arch and so much more! - Our guide came to our hotel and told us all about it, Roger is super knowledgeable and completely introduced us to St. Louis in a totally unexpected way, we got to see the basilica of St. Louis, the baseball stadium where there are so many little nuggets of history all along the outside of the stadium, many pic opportunities, then we walked through the city garden Sculpture park and then into the Kiener Memorial Sculpture and Fountain. So many things have their headquarters in St. Louis, Tums, Purina, we also heard about the creation of sweetarts and all of the wonderful things that were premiered at the World Fair in 1904. We then visited the old courthouse and heard the stories of people who have sued and won historic battles.
Finally we got to the Arch, the museum is fabulous and covers from the Louisiana Purchase to the building of the Arch.
Thank you Roger for an amazing day!!
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Michele_c
Oct 17, 2025
Roger was an amazing... - Roger was an amazing guide! With the Arch closed, he called and worked with the ones who signed up. He created an historical walking tour that was interesting and informative. I saw some really interesting things that I would never have stumbled on by myself. I really recommend him as a guide but also offering a lot walking tour. We had a great time - the two women I shared the tour with and I had lunch after Roger left us at Union Station. We all agreed that the tour was really great and Roger was amazing! I would absolutely do another tour with him again! Great day!
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Chris
Sep 28, 2025
Great views - Took the kids to see the arch and it was worth it not a lot impresses young kids these days but this dead very educational and worth money
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Candg2017
Oct 5, 2025
Government shut down - This is all closed due to government shut down. A overheard a man tell his little boy that when you get to the top that it feels like it is swaying! This would not be good for some people. No one with height problems would be going up here either. They do have some type of cruise boats that stop by. Nice walking trails also.
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Nella
Nov 24, 2025
Ripoff if you can read. - Total ripoff. The arch is only $11. and the other tours are free! $96. for 3 people and they don’t have a business address. They use the middle of the park like an un housed person. I refused to pay or take the tour. I asked for a refund.
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