Chelsea & Alfred
Things To Do
Lafayette Square
Lafayette Square is a 184-year-old neighborhood that features tree-lined streets, a picturesque park and numerous restaurants. It is home to the “Painted Ladies,” restored 150-year-old Victorian mansions painted in hues of yellow, salmon, green, blue and purple. At the center of the neighborhood is Lafayette Park the oldest urban park west of the Mississippi River. It is also the place Chelsea and Alfred had their first date in 2020. Three years later Alfred proposed there.
Forest Park
Forest Park is approximately 500 acres larger than Central Park in New York City. It is home to world-class attractions – most of which are also free! The park itself is beautiful and while you are there you can also explore the Missouri History Museum, Saint Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Science Center, Saint Louis Zoo and The Muny all of which have free admission.
Soulard Farmers Market
The oldest public market West of the Mississippi River. Historic Soulard Market is a destination point located within a mile of the newly renovated Gateway Arch grounds, Busch Stadium, the National Blues Museum, Anheuser Busch Brewery tours, and Gateway Riverboat Museum. Open year-round, Wednesday through Saturday, the facility is built in the Italian Renaissance “H” style, with a central section for shops and four wings of vendor stalls. More than 140 vendors fill the open-air market with fresh produce, meat, seafood, cheese, snacks, baked goods, spices, flowers, and other merchandise. The market has free and metered parking, plus a playground, a park and a plaza. The market is surrounded by several local restaurants, bars and other retail shops.
Cherokee Street
Cherokee Street is a center of commerce, culture and creativity in St. Louis, with galleries and antique stores, music and good eats, and the best festivals and events the city has to offer. If you’re looking for antiques or vintage clothing, stroll along Cherokee Antique Row – six blocks of shops between Jefferson and Lemp avenues – where you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the quirky offerings. On the other side of Jefferson Avenue, art and food take center stage. Studios, galleries and creative incubators showcase weird and wonderful works, and offbeat bars and breweries welcome imbibers late into the night. Chelsea and Alfred spend many weekends walking down Cherokee. Alfred frequents Profield Reserve and the many record stores, including Dead Wax, where the couple took engagement photos in 2024.
Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery
Opened in the 1850s, St. Louis is the flagship brewery, the headquarters of Anheuser-Busch and the Home of Budweiser. The brewery is remarkable for its beautiful interior and has been offering tours to the public since the 1890s. Take a tour of the brewery, taste some beer, see the world-famous Clydesdales, shop in the gift shop, and enjoy lunch at the Biergarten.
Gateway Arch
From the thrilling views to the amazing stories, a visit to the Gateway Arch is an experience that never fails to inspire. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, you’ll find activities to please every member of your party. Attractions include the Tram Ride to the Top of the Gateway Arch, the new Museum at the Gateway Arch, a documentary film about the construction of the Arch, shopping at The Arch Store, the Arch Cafe, and a variety of cruises aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. Tickets sell out early and often – advance purchase strongly recommended.