St Louis Arch and River Cruise Small Group Walking Tour
Overview
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4 hours
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Discover the best of St. Louis on this guided walking tour that blends history, culture, and unforgettable city views. Begin at the Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France, one of the city’s most historic landmarks, before making your way to the iconic Gateway Arch. Ride to the top for breathtaking 360-degree views of the skyline and the mighty Mississippi River.
Continue your walk through downtown St. Louis, passing legendary sites such as Busch Stadium, City Hall, the National Blues Museum, Magnolia Hotel, Federal Reserve Bank, Civil Courts, and the striking Wainwright Building. Stroll through the City Garden (Sculpture Park), where modern art and green space create a vibrant urban oasis.
Round out your adventure with a narrated Gateway Riverboat Cruise, offering a unique perspective of the Arch, the Mississippi River, and the city’s evolving waterfront.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
St Louis Gateway Arch (Admission Included)
Pass By: Busch Stadium and the Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France
Small Group Guided Tour (Max 10 Guests)
St Louis Gateway Boat Cruise (Admission Included)
Pass by points of interest including the Magnolia Hotel, Federal Reserve Bank, and the Civil Courts.
Gratuities (optional)
What To Expect
The Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France, also known as the Old Cathedral, is a stunning historic landmark and a must-visit attraction in St. Louis. The cathedral's beautiful stained glass windows, intricate mosaics, and impressive artwork create a serene atmosphere. It also holds significant cultural and historical importance as the first cathedral west of the Mississippi River, offering guided tours and exhibits to educate visitors on the city's early development. In addition to its historical and cultural significance, the Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France also hosts regular religious services, concerts, and other events. With its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant community, the cathedral provides a unique and enriching experience.
Busch Stadium
Make your way to view Busch Stadium after leaving the Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France.
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St Louis Arch and River Cruise Small Group Walking Tour
Reviews
59 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
See St. Louis by land or by water!
Tina H,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Chad was an excellent tour guide- he was very knowledgeable and informative. St. Louis, MO is a great place to visit! We saw St. Louis walking, by boat and from top of The Gateway Arch.
Book with Chad
Cody P,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We toured with Chad and he was absolutely amazing! Chad was very knowledgeable about everything St Louis history and his delivery was on point! He made the tour! Anybody can take off walking and check out St Louis but Chad made it all come to life and an overall very enjoyable experience! Thank you Chad.
Happy tourists
Leslie M,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyed the pace and great attractions. Learned a bit about St Louis history and a lot about the Arch.
Very nice and made a good experience wonderful.
Nancy B,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very flexible. Had a great time even with govt closure. Can't wait to come back and see the arch open.
Great Tour Guide
Football5151,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chad was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Even with the arch museum and old court house being closed due to the government shut down he still spent time there talking about the history of each. Only thing keeping from being a 5 star was that the riverboat cruise was not included in the time frame of the tour. It was after the tour ended which added another hour
Our guide as excellent,...
Paul S,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide as excellent, answering all our questions regarding St Louis history, particularly about the arch and early keynote Supreme Court decisions. She was very instructive helping us to get to know modern day info about the gateway city
Great experience!
Stacie S,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful day! St Lewis is a beautiful city and our tour guide made it a memorable experience.
It is a great tour. ...
Carla B,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a great tour. Walking and stairs involved. We really enjoyed it. Mark was an excellent tour guide. Want to see more of St. Louis the next time we are back.
Boat Cruise Canceled After Tour Started
K9394EDangelat,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00We were very disappointed with our experience. We booked the tour mainly because it included the riverboat cruise -- there were no individual, "just cruise" tickets available that day. On the day before our tour, we were called by See Sight Tours and told they were not able to give the tour at the scheduled time and wanted to change it to several hours later. We were called back that afternoon with an apology for the earlier message and the confusion, everything was fine with the original plan. The tour did begin as planned, however, we did not pass by the Magnolia Hotel, Busch Stadium, nor the Federal Reserve Bank listed in the tour description. Worst, however, was that we were not informed that the riverboat cruise was unavailable until AFTER the tour started, so too late to cancel the entire tour by us, which is exactly what we would have done if notified ahead of time. We discovered that there were no cruises ever scheduled to run that day, which is why we couldn't procure individual tickets to begin with. We received a refund equal to the boat cruise ticket price and the locations we did not see, but felt at each turn the tour operator showed a lack of professionalism, especially not knowing the day the product they advertised could not be delivered. Our guide came in on his birthday to cover for a co-worker who was originally scheduled, which we appreciated and is the main reason for the stars awarded for this tour. Mostly, though, he just walked us places and let us explore on our own, there was little to no "presentation" or interesting information imparted like we have received on other tours. In fact, he commented that he learned some information from me. See Sight added nothing to our experience, did not take us by all the places listed in the tour description, and was unaware of the boat schedule. We would have been better off, especially financially, if we had just gone on our own.
Learned a lot about history and context
X2453XKrichardr,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great Tour - Lots of Walking Good information both history and context. I did want to see more and learn about the history especially the Union Station. Very Happy with the timeliness of our guide and his knowledge.
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