St Louis Arch Small Group Walking Tour and Arch Entrance Ticket

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Discover the St Louis Gateway Arch, where history, architecture, and breathtaking views come together in one unforgettable experience.

Your tour begins at Kiener Plaza, just behind the historic Old Courthouse, where your guide will share the story of the Dred Scott case and its impact on American history. Next, board the tram to the top of the Gateway Arch, learning fascinating details about its design and construction as you ascend. At the observation deck, enjoy panoramic views of downtown St. Louis, the Mississippi River, and the surrounding landscape.

Conclude your journey at the Museum at the Gateway Arch, home to interactive exhibits that explore America’s westward expansion, the creation of the Arch, and the people who brought this monument to life.

This engaging tour offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning scenery, making it a must-see for anyone visiting St. Louis.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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)

Small Group Guided Walking Tour of St Louis

Gateway Arch Museum (Admission Included)

Pass By: Kiener Plaza and the Old Courthouse

Gratuities (optional)

What To Expect

Kiener Plaza

Your tour begins at Kiener Plaza which offers travelers a chance to enjoy interactive fountains, lush gardens, and public art installations. Visitors can explore scenic walking paths and learn about the park's history, making it a serene and culturally enriching urban retreat.

Admission Not Applicable

Old Courthouse

Your knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the site of the famous Dred Scott case. As you stroll through the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, you'll learn about the significance of this area in celebrating America's westward expansion.

Admission Not Applicable

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St Louis Arch Small Group Walking Tour and Arch Entrance Ticket

Reviews

4.53

68 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Really personalized our...
Tom B,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Really personalized our experience. We learned a lot, and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Be ready to walk!
Walking, Talking and Taking Pictures
Phaedra T,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Roger did a great job! He was very knowledgeable about the city and its history. I highly recommend this tour if you like walking around and seeing the sights and sounds of St. Louis. From Freedom Plaza to the Arch with St. Louis Blues and Cardinals Baseball talk in between; it is certainly worth your time. You may even have a hawk join the tour! Thumbs up for the toasted ravioli, too! Thanks again!!
A great history of St. Louis
SHV49090,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great tour! Our guide, Trey, did an awesome job of telling us the history of St. Louis as well as the history of the Old Courthouse, which is now part of the Gateway Arch National Park. He showed us around the grounds of the National Park complex and escorted us into the Arch to show us how to access the rail cars to the top of the Arch. The museum beneath the Arch has a wealth of information about the founding of St. Louis and the westward expansion. If you have 2 or 3 hours to spend and are able to stand and walk to explore, this is a great experience. Perfect for teenaged children.
Highly recommended!
Gerda R,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Trey was a great guide who knew a lot, was very dedicated and likeable. Highly recommended!
The Arch and so much more!
gabyboddy,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide came to our hotel and told us all about it, Roger is super knowledgeable and completely introduced us to St. Louis in a totally unexpected way, we got to see the basilica of St. Louis, the baseball stadium where there are so many little nuggets of history all along the outside of the stadium, many pic opportunities, then we walked through the city garden Sculpture park and then into the Kiener Memorial Sculpture and Fountain. So many things have their headquarters in St. Louis, Tums, Purina, we also heard about the creation of sweetarts and all of the wonderful things that were premiered at the World Fair in 1904. We then visited the old courthouse and heard the stories of people who have sued and won historic battles. Finally we got to the Arch, the museum is fabulous and covers from the Louisiana Purchase to the building of the Arch. Thank you Roger for an amazing day!!
Roger was an amazing...
Michele C,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Roger was an amazing guide! With the Arch closed, he called and worked with the ones who signed up. He created an historical walking tour that was interesting and informative. I saw some really interesting things that I would never have stumbled on by myself. I really recommend him as a guide but also offering a lot walking tour. We had a great time - the two women I shared the tour with and I had lunch after Roger left us at Union Station. We all agreed that the tour was really great and Roger was amazing! I would absolutely do another tour with him again! Great day!
Government shut down
candg2017,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
This is all closed due to government shut down. A overheard a man tell his little boy that when you get to the top that it feels like it is swaying! This would not be good for some people. No one with height problems would be going up here either. They do have some type of cruise boats that stop by. Nice walking trails also.
Great views
Chris R,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Took the kids to see the arch and it was worth it not a lot impresses young kids these days but this dead very educational and worth money
Do it!!
deirdre d,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour- saw aa lot in a short period of time. Everyone in St. Louis for their 1st time should do this! Chad was amazing- so knowledgeable!
Well worth the time and money!
lbarabe,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a very worthwhile experience. The arch is an architectural wonder!The ride to the top is run very timely and well, the views of St. Louis and Illinois are fabulous. Our tour guide Calista provided a very detail history of the downtown area and structures.