THINGS TO DO IN ST. LOUIS
JANUARY 5-11, 2026
SHOW ME ST. LOUIS!
St. Louis prides itself on being a sports town, but there’s so much more to explore in the city throughout your stay. To make the most of your U.S. Championships experience, we’ve put together a guide to getting the most out of the Gateway City!
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Winterfest at Kiener Plaza
JANUARY 8-11, 2026
Winterfest is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This winter celebration, which runs from late November through December 31, will also showcase exciting events like try hockey free, character nights, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. Enjoy an extra weekend of fun while St. Louis hosts the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships January 6-11 with special activations celebrating the sport of figure skating!
St. Louis Union Station
DAILY HOURS VARY
St. Louis Union Station is just two blocks away from Enterprise Center and features several main attractions in St. Louis! Enjoy sweeping views of the city from the St. Louis Wheel, take the plunge on the indoor ropes course, or check out the aquatic creatures at the St. Louis Aquarium.
Fans can also enjoy several dining options including the Pitch Tavern Athletic Club & Tavern, the Train Shed, the Soda Fountain, Landry’s Seafood and more!
THE STL SIGHTS!
Tours of Busch Stadium & Cardinals Museum
Busch Stadium tours provide a unique look at the home of the St. Louis Cardinals. Explore areas of the ballpark that may not be regularly accessible during gameday operations with a great experience for families and friends. Tours also include the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum.
Gateway Arch Tours & Museum
Check out St. Louis’ iconic Gateway Arch and experience the views for yourself! Bringing together art, nature, history, and adventure, the Gateway Arch is an inspiration as well as a destination. Spend a few hours or a whole day.
Open daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Union Station St. Louis
Beyond the historic train station and hotel, Union Station is home to a variety of attractions including the St. Louis Wheel, Aquarium, mini golf, ropes course, carousel, and more! Enjoy a variety of restaurants including the old fashioned Soda Fountain, The Pitch Athletic Club & Tavern, Landry’s Seafood, and the Train Shed.
Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tours
Explore the campus, visit the Clydesdales, and even taste beer straight from the finishing cellars. Choose from a variety of experiences, customized to fit your interests and timeframe.
Tours run from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Length of tour depends on the experience.
The Biergarten is open for dining from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
City Museum
City Museum is an ever-evolving, always-thrilling, artist-built playground with installations you can immerse yourself in. Explore the enchanted caves, outdoor MonstroCity and four floors of weirdly wonderful fun!
Opens at 10 a.m.
Closes at 6 p.m. on Thursdays, 7 p.m. on Fridays and 9 p.m. on Saturdays.
Saint Louis Zoo
Admission to the Saint Louis Zoo is free!
Enjoy animals from around the world and take a stroll around the park at your leisure. Hop on the Zooline Railroad or the Conservation Carousel, or take in the sites and sounds of the sea lion show. There’s something for everyone at the zoo!
Winter Hours
Weekends: Open 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Weekdays: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saint Louis Art Museum
Admission to the Saint Louis Art Museum is free!
The Saint Louis Art Museum is constantly changing with new exhibitions, installations, and acquisitions. Come join us for a day and check out our current exhibitions, exciting on-site activities, and breathtaking art that the whole family will love!
Winter Hours
Tuesday–Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Closed Monday
FOREST PARK
One of the largest urban parks in the United States. At 1,371 acres, it is approximately 500 acres larger than Central Park in New York City.
Home to the Art Museum, Science Center, Zoo, Jewel Box greenhouse, History Museum, The Muny outdoor theatre, two golf courses, a 7.5-mile path for biking, walking and skating, ice skating rink, playing fields, trails, lakes and more.
Missouri History Museum
Admission to the Missouri History Museum is free!
Originally built as the first national monument to Thomas Jefferson, the Missouri History Museum looks at the history of St. Louis from its founding in 1764 up to the present day. Discover the city’s baseball history from the Browns to the Cardinals, marvel at the magnitude of the 1904 World’s Fair and much more.
Open Tuesday – Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Open until 8 p.m. on Thursday nights.
Riverboat Cruises
Enjoy some of the best views of the Gateway Arch and St. Louis’ working riverfront on a riverboat cruise. Whether you’re in the mood for a romantic dinner, a relaxing tour, or a floating party with live music and dancing, we have a cruise to suit your interests.
National Blues Museum
Take a 45-minute self-guided journey into the soul of the Blues—where every corner turned echoes with rhythms and tales from the genre’s rich history. Live bands play nightly and the spring schedule will be released soon.
Open daily from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Named one of the top three gardens in the world, this attraction offers a re-created rainforest, the largest Japanese garden in North America, a Victorian garden, children’s garden, the historic Tower Grove House, a Home Gardening Center, Chinese Garden, magnificent rose garden and much more.
Open daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
City Foundry STL
St. Louis’ first true food hall features 20 different kitchens, retail shops, entertainment and more. Situated in Midtown near the campus of Saint Louis University, City Foundry also features Puttshack mini golf, City Winery, Alamo Drafthouse movie theater, Sandbox VR, and Museum of Illusions.
Open daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Explore More of St. Louis
FOOD + DRINK SPOTLIGHT
TED DREWES FROZEN CUSTARD
An irresistible icon along the original Route 66, Ted Drewes has served hot fudge sundaes, ice cream sodas and creamy “concretes” for more than 90 years. Created in 1959, the concrete is a malt or shake so thick that it’s served upside down! Don’t miss this quintessential sweet treat stop while you’re in St. Louis!
PREPARE FOR YOUR VISIT
2025 Visitor Guide
No matter what your style or budget, St. Louis has something for everyone. Please reference the 2025 official visitor guide provided by Explore St. Louis as you prepare for your trip!
VISIT THE OLYMPIC RINGS
St. Louis’ 1904 Olympic History
St. Louis is most known for hosting the 1904 Worlds Fair, but the city also hosted America’s First Olympic Games that same year and was the birthplace of the Olympic gold medal, the iconic symbol of the games as we know them today. The St. Louis Games also debuted Olympic diving, freestyle wrestling, boxing, and the decathlon, among many other firsts.
Visit the iconic Olympic Rings spectacular on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis. Only 15 minutes outside downtown, stop by and snap a photo!
