St Louis Vacations
Traveling to St. Louis, Missouri
Orbitz.com has information about flights, hotel rooms, and everything else that you need to know before you take a trip to St. Louis, Missouri. This well-known city has a little bit of everything, from historical museums to unique restaurants. There are enough family-friendly activities to please the little ones, but adults will also enjoy the nightlife in this large Midwestern city. Public transportation is available throughout the city, allowing you to skip the car rental and save some cash. There are plenty of traffic lights and crosswalks, and many Missouri residents choose to travel to local attractions by foot.
Vacation Packages
St Louis Vacation Packages
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
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Hotelumiere
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Hotelumiere
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Ramada Plaza Hotel St. Louis Downtown/At Convention Center
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Drury Plaza St Louis Arch
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Pear Tree Inn Union Station
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Millennium Hotel St. Louis
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Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
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StLouis Union StationDBLTREE BY HILTON
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Hilton St. Louis Downtown
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Flights
Flights to St Louis
| Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
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| Denver | St Louis | Tue, Jun 11 - Fri, Jun 21 | $178 |
| Seattle | St Louis | Fri, May 31 - Mon, Jun 10 | $262 |
| New York | St Louis | Mon, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 19 | $212 |
| Los Angeles | St Louis | Mon, Jun 3 - Thu, Jun 6 | $305 |
| Washington DC | St Louis | Thu, Jun 13 - Fri, Jun 14 | $339 |
| San Francisco | St Louis | Wed, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 17 | $358 |
| Portland | St Louis | Mon, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 4 | $396 |
| San Diego | St Louis | Tue, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 12 | $266 |
| Philadelphia | St Louis | Tue, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 18 | $233 |
| Chicago | St Louis | Tue, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 18 | $168 |
| Minneapolis | St Louis | Mon, Jun 24 - Tue, Jun 25 | $198 |
| Boston | St Louis | Tue, Jun 25 - Tue, Jul 2 | $338 |
Best time to take a vacation to St Louis
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Best Time to Go
The peak season for visiting St. Louis, Missouri is June through September—Cardinals baseball and lots of festivals like Fair St. Louis over July 4th. If you must schedule St. Louis vacations in the summer, June and September are the most comfortable months. Visiting in the fall and spring is a bit cheaper, and the outdoor parks like Tower Grove or Forest Park have pretty lovely colored leaves and bright spring flowers. Remember to pack that umbrella though, and plan on reduced hours for some attractions like the St. Louis Zoo. Winter is slushy with mixed weather and chilly temperatures, but there's sledding at ArtHill, Blues hockey at the Scottrade Center, and Rams football at the Edward Jones Dome.
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St. Louis is lucky enough to experience four distinct seasons. Heat advisories, high humidity, and triple-digit temperatures are not uncommon during the summer, so avoid St. Louis at this time if you are sensitive to heat. The city is quiet during the winter, as temperatures fall to average lows in the 20s and 30s, but you can expect to find art and music festivals during the rest of the year. If you are willing to brave the high summer temperatures, stop by on the 4th of July for the annual St. Louis Fair and Air Show. Orbitz.com can help you plan your own Midwestern vacation to St. Louis, Missouri.
Insider tips for St Louis travel
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Budweiser Brewery
Take a free tour of the Budweiser brewery and meet the Clydesdale horses and if you're over 21, enjoy a free beer sample.
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Magic House
Take the kids to the first interactive children's museum in the region. Magic House has everything from karaoke in an Oval Office recreation to a three-story beanstalk for climbing.
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Six Flags
Take in a thrill ride at Six Flags St. Louis. Get wet at the water park or watch a live concert.
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Gateway Arch
Don't forget to ride to the top of the world-famous 630 foot Gateway Arch to get the best view in the city.
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Mardi Gras
Visit the St. Louis Mardi Gras in the Soulard neighborhood in February when St. Louis hotels are cheaper.
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The Tivoli
See movies the way mom and dad did in this beautiful old-fashioned theater, known for showing indie flicks and cult classics.
Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
Nobody can resist a cup of creamy custard from Ted Drewes, a tiny ice cream stand that is a favorite of many St. Louisians.
Imo's Pizza
This pizza chain is a favorite of visitors from around the world; if you fall in love with the fresh ingredients and thin crust while you're in town, Imo's can ship an authentic St. Louis-style pizza to the destination of your choice.
Vintage Vinyl
Locals love the large music store filled with vintage records, as well as contemporary CDs and accessories.
Blueberry Hill
Enjoy some delicious food at this popular restaurant on Delmar, a St. Louis landmark that has been voted the number-one restaurant for burgers.
St Louis highlights
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Gateway Arch
Ride to the top, and wave to the West. Then visit buffalo soldiers and Native American treasures at the Museum of Westward Expansion below.
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Saint Louis Zoo
Meet zebras, lions and giraffes at Red Rocks. Say hello to the penguins, walk Historic Hill and pet and feed the stingrays at Caribbean Cove.
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Missouri Botanical Garden
Wander the lush Climatron, alive with tropical birds, waterfalls, orchids and coffee trees. Feed koi in the Japanese Garden, and tour founder Henry Shaw's Victorian home.
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Anheuser-Busch Brewery
Get an inside look at the Brew House and lager cellars. The 21-and-older set head to the Hospitality Room to sample brews.
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Grant's Farm
Brew-makers sure make nice farms. Meet the Clydesdale, mares and take a tram ride through Deer Park. Enjoy bratwurst and free Anheuser-Busch samples at the Bauernhof.
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Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
View the world's largest mosaic installation (over 41 million pieces!), wander through burial crypts and visit the Angel of Harmony in the garden.
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Missouri History Museum
Feast your noggin with displays on historic events such as the 1904 World's Fair, Charles Lindbergh's trans-Atlantic flight and the Louis and Clark Expedition. Cruise the nearby Delmar Loop for shopping, eateries and nightlife.
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Saint Louis Art Museum (SLAM)
Art-lovers hit the SLAM to view globe-trotting works, from ancient Chinese bronzes and medieval Madonnas to modern Modiglianis.
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Saint Louis Science Center
It's all about looking up: Learn about star fields, eclipses and celestial phenomena at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium. Then view the life-size (animated!) T-Rex and Triceratops.
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Six Flags St Louis
Ride the new wooden coaster, American Thunder, and get soaked at Hurricane Harbor Waterpark. Bring the tykes to play at Tweety's Twee House and Bugs Bunny Fort Fun.
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Six Flags St Louis
Ride the new wooden coaster, American Thunder, and get soaked at Hurricane Harbor Waterpark. Bring the tykes to play at Tweety's Twee House and Bugs Bunny Fort Fun.
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Saint Louis Science Center
It's all about looking up: Learn about star fields, eclipses and celestial phenomena at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium. Then view the life-size (animated!) T-Rex and Triceratops.
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Saint Louis Art Museum (SLAM)
Art-lovers hit the SLAM to view globe-trotting works, from ancient Chinese bronzes and medieval Madonnas to modern Modiglianis.
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Missouri History Museum
Feast your noggin with displays on historic events such as the 1904 World's Fair, Charles Lindbergh's trans-Atlantic flight and the Louis and Clark Expedition. Cruise the nearby Delmar Loop for shopping, eateries and nightlife.
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Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
View the world's largest mosaic installation (over 41 million pieces!), wander through burial crypts and visit the Angel of Harmony in the garden.
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Grant's Farm
Brew-makers sure make nice farms. Meet the Clydesdale, mares and take a tram ride through Deer Park. Enjoy bratwurst and free Anheuser-Busch samples at the Bauernhof.
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Anheuser-Busch Brewery
Get an inside look at the Brew House and lager cellars. The 21-and-older set head to the Hospitality Room to sample brews.
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Missouri Botanical Garden
Wander the lush Climatron, alive with tropical birds, waterfalls, orchids and coffee trees. Feed koi in the Japanese Garden, and tour founder Henry Shaw's Victorian home.
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Saint Louis Zoo
Meet zebras, lions and giraffes at Red Rocks. Say hello to the penguins, walk Historic Hill and pet and feed the stingrays at Caribbean Cove.
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Gateway Arch
Ride to the top, and wave to the West. Then visit buffalo soldiers and Native American treasures at the Museum of Westward Expansion below.
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The Arch
Don't leave St. Louis without taking an elevator to the top of the St. Louis Arch, a familiar landmark that draws in visitors from many different locations.
Harrah's Casino
Dress to impress, even if gambling isn't your thing; this casino has several upscale restaurants inside, and hit rapper Nelly is rumored to frequent the poker tables.
St. Louis Zo
This free zoo has all of your favorite animals, including penguins, lions, zebras, and monkeys; locals often get married at this outdoor zoo.
St. Louis Science Center
Remind your kids-or yourself-just how fun learning can be by visiting the thousands of exhibits or catching a movie at this popular attraction.
Busch Stadium
Stop by during baseball season to watch the Cardinals play; tours are available throughout the year, and you might even get a chance to walk around the field.
Forest Park
Enjoy a leisurely stroll with your friends and family members, or play a game of catch in this large park that borders many popular St. Louis attractions.
Soulard
Midwestern folks know how to have fun, so put on your nicest outfit and head out for a night of dancing and drinks at the bars and restaurants on Soulard.
The Brewery
Anheuser-Busch is located in St. Louis, and the tours include free beer for adults who are of legal drinking age.
Union Station
This small shopping center is home to several restaurants and shops, including The Fudgery, a fudge shop known for staff who sing and dance as they prepare fresh fudge right in front of you.
The History Museum
Learn about the past while you browse two levels of free exhibits at this museum, or stop by one of the restaurants inside for lunch or dinner.
More on St Louis from AOL Travel
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St. Louis, the Gateway to the West, offers visitors more than the Gateway Arch and major league baseball team the Cardinals; from the French neighborhood of Soulard’s lively Mardi Gras celebrations and live jazz and blues bars to the nation’s seventh largest urban green space, Forest Park, there are a plethora of options for any visitor. Forest Park includes a host of free attractions, many of them ranked among the best in the country, including the St. Louis Zoo, Missouri History Museum and St. Louis Art Museum. The park is also home to the Muny outdoor theater, St. Louis Science Center, the Jewel Box – an Art Deco-style conservatory – and pavilions and monuments marking the 1904 World’s Fair. For a taste of St. Louis’ storied past as a booming riverfront town, check out the Gateway Arch and the Museum of Westward Expansion just below this magnificent feat of engineering. For refreshment break, nearby Laclede’s Landing offers plenty of bars and restaurants housed in the neighborhood’s historic brick buildings lining cobblestone streets. St. Charles, a western suburb of the city, also serves up a taste of the old frontier, with beautifully preserved structures dating back to the 1800s along its Main Street, a perfect place to shop for antiques, collectibles, souvenirs and home-cooked eats. St. Charles is nestled along the Missouri River, and cycling, hiking and running enthusiasts will enjoy the adjacent Katy Trail, which runs across the state of Missouri. For a more urban experience, visitors can take in the clubs and late-night dining found in the upscale loft district of Washington Avenue in downtown St. Louis.