Easily the most recognizable landmark in St. Louis, the Gateway Arch memorializes Lewis and Clark's expedition towards the west, which gave St. Louis the nickname The Gateway to the West. Explore the Arch itself, as well as the surrounding museums, theaters, and other attractions.
If you love Broadway and outdoor theater, the Muny Theater provides the perfect marriage of the two. The oldest outdoor musical theater in America, Muny Theater grew from a simple clearing between two trees into a gigantic, state-of-the-art amphitheater which hosts an average of seven plays each season.
Fans of stories don't want to miss out on the Storytelling Festival, an annual event in St. Louis for over 30 years. Over 40 regional storytellers spread throughout the city for this festival, taking their tales to audiences.