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St. Louis 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in St. Louis. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $60 to $330 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
April to June, September to October
Budget Cost
$180
Mid-Range
$405
1
Day 1
Gateway Arch tram ride
Gateway Arch tram ride, Old Courthouse, Laclede's Landing, Ted Drewes frozen custard
Estimated cost: $135 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Forest Park: St. Louis Zoo
Forest Park: St. Louis Zoo, Art Museum, History Museum — all free
Estimated cost: $135 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Anheuser-Busch brewery tour
Anheuser-Busch brewery tour, Cherokee Street murals, City Museum
Estimated cost: $135 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$180
$60/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$405
$135/day x 3 days
Luxury
$990
$330/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- ✓The tram ride to the top of the Gateway Arch ($15) is worth it — book online ahead to avoid the queue
- ✓Forest Park houses the zoo, art museum, history museum, and science center — all free
- ✓Try toasted ravioli (a St. Louis invention), provel cheese pizza at Imo's, and gooey butter cake
- ✓Anheuser-Busch brewery tours are free and the Clydesdales stable alone is worth it
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