7 days in Saint Louis Itinerary

Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C. in the number of free activities available by spending your holiday exploring the city's central neighborhoods, famous for their restored century-old red-brick buildings.

Family-friendly places like Saint Louis Zoo and Six Flags St Louis will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Saint Louis: Elephant Rocks State Park (in Belleview), Wildwood Community Park (in Wildwood) and Zipline (in New Florence). There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, make a trip to Lincoln Tomb & War Memorials, admire the natural beauty at Missouri Botanical Garden, and enjoy breathtaking views from The Gateway Arch.

To find photos, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Saint Louis trip itinerary planner.

In June, daytime highs in Saint Louis are 87°F, while nighttime lows are 67°F.