Things To Do

City Museum

One of the most unique places here and a must do! It is not your typical museum. It is more like a large jungle gym for both kids and adults.

The Gateway Arch

There arch grounds and museum were recently renovated and look great! (Dustin worked on some of the lights). I don't think its worth riding to the top of the arch, but if you're interested go for it!

Forest Park

Forest park is one of Jennifer’s favorite places in St. Louis. It has the zoo, the art and history museum, the science center, and boathouse with paddle boats among many other things. The trail around the park is 6.5 miles.

Saint Louis Zoo

We have a great zoo, and it is free! One of the many things to do in forest park

Missouri History Museum

I love checking out the history museum on a cold day. It is also free!

Saint Louis Art Museum

National Blues Museum

Learn all about blue's music!

Grant's Farm

Free family fun if you don't mind a short drive. (There is a parking fee). Feed the goats and parakeets, ride a camel or the carousel, or see the other variety of animals on the tram tour. There is a also a beer garden where a complimentary beer is provided for those over 21.

Missouri Botanical Garden

A greenhouse dome, a Victorian home & gardens, a butterfly house & more spread across 79 acres.

The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum

This one is for the kiddos. It is a bit of a drive from the city, but we hear it is a fun place!

Main Street Saint Charles

Main Street in Saint Charles has a lot of cute shops and restaurants. It is located on the banks of the Missouri River and near the Katy trail.

Anheuser-Busch Brewery

Take a tour of the brewery or check out the Biergarten!

The Schlafly Tap Room

Another place to take a brewery tour

4 Hands Brewing Co

One of our favorite breweries. They have good beer and a few arcade games on the second floor including skee ball!

Civil Life Brewing Co.

One of Jennifer’s favorite breweries because it has a cool patio and board games.

Sauce on the Side

The best calzones!

Sugarfire Smoke House

Hi-Pointe Drive-In

Hip, modern spot for burgers & sandwiches highlighting local ingredients in a former 1980s drive-in.

Bridge Tap House & Wine Bar

Sleek, brick-walled space with serious beer & wine lists plus snacks, charcuterie & larger dishes.

Three Sixty

Located on the top floor of the Hilton at The Ballpark. Swanky indoor/outdoor rooftop bar & eatery with 360-degree views, including into Busch Stadium.

Baileys' Range

A modern burger menu plus fixings & ice cream parlor treats in colorful updated-industrial digs.

Broadway Oyster Bar

Down-home hangout featuring Cajun classics plus nightly live music & a hopping outdoor patio.

Llywelyn's Pub

Branch of a local chain of Celtic-themed bars offering games, a patio & British & American pub grub.

International Tap House, Soulard

Beer hall with a massive selection of draft & bottled brews in a spacious, industrial-chic setting.

Tuckers Place

Homey steakhouse, known for its house salad dressing & happy hour, also serves pizza & sandwiches.

John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden

Irish food, drink & live music in a series of warm brick-walled rooms & a landscaped back garden.

Soulard Coffee Garden

Bohemian cafe in a brick row house with funky art serving breakfast fare & sandwiches, plus coffee.

Mission Taco Joint - Historic Soulard

MexiCali street food, delicious beer and craft cocktails - just outside of downtown Saint Louis in the fun-loving Soulard neighborhood!!

Chava's Mexican Restaurant

Buzzy Mexican joint serving burritos, tacos & several varieties of margarita in a historic barroom.

Venice Café

Cash-only watering hole/performance venue covered with funky folk art & bright mosaics inside & out.

Anthonino's Taverna

Easygoing eatery whipping up hearty plates of Italian & Greek fare, including toasted ravioli.

1860 Saloon, Game Room, & Hardshell Café

The Best in live St. Louis Blues music. SEVEN Nights a Week. Plus Saturday & Sunday Afternoons. With a vintage back bar, wood floors and saloon atmosphere, relax and enjoy St. Louis blues greats! Our Game Room, with its high wood-beamed ceiling, wall of windows and large brick fireplace is a fun and relaxing experience for all. Please stop by and enjoy foosball, shuffleboard and more for a unique place to relax with friends. At the Hardshell Cafe, dine in an outdoor garden environment The expansive menu of fresh seafood and Cajun specialties offers a wonderful culinary experience in a setting featuring a 500 gallon fish tank and the “Giant Jesters”!"

Zia's “On the Hill”

Any restaurant on The Hill is the place to get Italian food.

The Mud House

Cozy haunt lures locals with coffee drinks, breakfast, pastries, sandwiches & outdoor seating.

Russell's on Macklind

Jennifer’s favorite brunch places. They have the best biscuits.

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard

This is a St. Louis favorite and must do!

Clementine's Naughty & Nice Creamery

Modern microcreamery serving unique small-batch ice cream flavors, with alcohol-infused options.

Salt + Smoke

Hip, relaxed Texas-style BBQ joint with lots of bourbons, artisan cocktails & craft beer.

Baileys' Chocolate Bar

Small plates, creative desserts & chocolate martinis are showcased in an elegant space with a patio.

Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe

Counter-serve chain for toasted subs topped with wide array of ingredients, plus salads & pizza.

Narwhal's Crafted

Chic cocktail lounge offering frozen & specialty drinks & beer in funky, modern surroundings.

Kaldi’s Coffee

Chill coffeehouse specializing in coffee & espresso drinks made from carefully sourced beans.

Chris' Pancake & Dining

Bustling, long-running restaurant offering breakfast all day plus fried chicken, steaks & burgers.

21st Street Brewers Bar

Hip beer garden stocked with a long list of brews & bar snacks, plus pizza from a local pie shop.

Imo's Pizza

No-frills chain specializing in St. Louis-style pies with thin crusts & Provel cheese.