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Perched atop Art Hill in Forest Park, this world-class free museum houses an exceptional collection spanning 5,000 years of human creativity.

Ride the iconic 630-foot stainless steel arch's tram to the top for sweeping panoramas of the Mississippi River and downtown skyline.

One of the oldest botanical gardens in the US, this 79-acre National Historic Landmark dazzles with its Japanese garden and geodesic Climatron greenhouse.

A wildly imaginative repurposed warehouse filled with enormous sculptural tunnels, a rooftop Ferris wheel, and caves that blur the line between art and playground.

Just across the river in Illinois, these pre-Columbian earthen mounds are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the remains of North America's greatest ancient city.

This opulent 1929 Byzantine-Moorish movie palace hosts Broadway touring productions beneath a ceiling of gilded plasterwork and twinkling faux stars.

Ninety-six free acres of rolling suburban parkland dotted with over 70 large-scale contemporary sculptures that reward a slow, wandering afternoon walk.

A hauntingly beautiful 1860s brewery mansion steeped in the tragic Lemp family legend, offering tours, dining, and overnight stays for the adventurous.

A vibrant, eclectic corridor lined with antique shops, Mexican taquerias, vintage boutiques, and murals that pulse with authentic neighborhood energy.

The oldest and largest outdoor musical theater in the nation nestled in Forest Park, offering free seats in the last rows for every single performance.

A sleek rooftop restaurant atop the Angad Arts Hotel offering thoughtfully crafted modern American plates alongside dramatic views of the Grand Center arts district.

A vegetable-forward powerhouse from James Beard-nominated chefs Thomas and Rick Rozier, where the tasting menu transforms local farm produce into refined, seasonal poetry.

Tucked inside a 19th-century Benton Park building, this intimate restaurant delivers inventive New American cuisine driven by daily-changing ingredients and confident technique.

Gerard Craft's Italian-inspired Sardella in the Central West End serves handmade pastas and wood-fired dishes in a warmly lit, convivial dining room.

A sophisticated Italian-inspired restaurant in Clayton where house-made pastas and wood-fired dishes are served in a sleek, contemporary dining room.

This beloved local brewery with locations in the Grove and Midtown blends German brewing tradition with American craft innovation in a convivial bierhall setting.

A laid-back neighborhood watering hole anchoring the Benton Park neighborhood, known for its friendly bartenders, strong pours, and unpretentious local charm.

A beloved, no-frills Tower Grove neighborhood bar beloved by locals for its cash-only policy, unpretentious vibe, and generously poured, budget-friendly drinks.

St. Louis's pioneering craft brewery occupies a restored 1909 bottling plant downtown and pours dozens of seasonal and flagship ales alongside hearty pub fare.

A beloved Welsh-themed neighborhood bar in Webster Groves with a cozy atmosphere, a deep whiskey selection, and an enduringly loyal local crowd.

Located in a converted warehouse in LaSalle Park, this community-focused brewery pours a rotating lineup of approachable, well-crafted beers in a spacious taproom.

A beloved Grove-neighborhood anchor combining a cozy front bar with a back-room stage hosting local and touring acts across a broad spectrum of genres nightly.

The Delmar Loop's premier mid-capacity concert hall brings nationally touring indie, rock, and hip-hop acts to an enthusiastic, knowledgeable St. Louis crowd.

A legendary intimate blues club in Soulard where world-class live music flows seven nights a week alongside bowls of soul-warming homemade soup.

A sprawling Grove complex featuring an outdoor patio, rotating food trucks, and a lively indoor bar scene that pulses well into the early morning hours.

Deep in St. Louis's historic Soulard neighborhood, this gritty, authentic venue hosts live blues seven nights a week in a packed, sweaty, electric atmosphere.