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Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

St Louis, USA

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4 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the iconic Gateway Arch with our self-guided audio tour! Explore the history and significance of this architectural marvel and its role in westward expansion. Stroll through the park, learn about the Old Courthouse, and enjoy views of the Mississippi River while our guides share fascinating stories about the region's past and the making of the Arch. Perfect for history buffs, families, and adventurers, this tour brings the Gateway Arch to life. Simply download, plug in your headphones, and immerse yourself in the story of this national treasure!

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  • Tours NEVER expire
  • Freedom to explore at your own pace
  • Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
  • Private Transportation
  • Entrance Fees
  • Parking Fees
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Meeting Location

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101 North Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102, USA

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209 Walnut Street
St. Louis, MO 63102, USA

The Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France. A historic Church built in 1834, and the only building to survive when the land became a National Park site.

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Kiener Plaza Park

This 1.9 acre park was named in honor of Harry J. Kiener, an olympic athlete who was born in St. Louis. Kiener competed in the 1904 St. Louis Olympic games, as part of the U.S. track and field team. Later in life, Kiener became a steel executive and a philanthropist. In his will, he donated this land to be used as a public plaza. Today, you can find statues, fountains, a playground and plenty of seating from which to admire the city skyline.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Courthouse

The Old Courthouse of St. Louis has gone through many changes. Originally built in 1828, the courthouse was expanded in 1839, and has been redesigned and remodeled several times since. The courthouse is associated with 2 landmark cases that went all the way to the US Supreme Court, and a National Park museum inside the courthouse details the history and legacy of those court cases.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Dred And Harriet Scott Statue

The Dred and Harriet Scott Statue on the east side of the courthouse is dedicated to the Scotts' fight for freedom in the US courts. Although ultimately unsuccessful, their struggle led directly to the United States Civil War.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Luther Ely Smith Square

The Luther Ely Smith Square is the start of the St. Louis Gateway Mall, along row of parks and green spaces running through downtown St. Louis. The park commemorates Luther Ely Smith, the father of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, the predecessor of Gateway Arch National Park. The park is also the start of the Gateway Ach Trail, which winds through the National Park. There are two beautiful zen gardens in this park for shade and relaxation.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum of Westward Expansion

The Gateway Arch Museum of Western Expansion is one of the best National Park museums in the country. It has an incredible collection of artifacts, as well as fun and interactive exhibits. This is also where you can purchase tickets for the various activities at the park, like a riverboat cruise, a 30 minute film, a VR experience, and of course, a tram ride to the top of the arch. There is also a gift shop and restaurant inside the museum.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Gateway Arch

Get up close to the Gateway Arch!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Explorer's Garden

This northern section of the park is known as The North Gateway. It’s a seven-and-a-half acre section of the Gateway Arch National Park, and features a natural amphitheater that hosts concerts and events throughout the year. It also contains the Explorer’s Garden, where you can find plants that Lewis and Clark wrote about on their travels, and that were used by the Indigenous People they encountered. There are about 26 different plant species in the garden, and another five types of wild grass in the surrounding Native Meadow..
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eads Bridge

The Eads Bridge is the oldest surviving bridge across the Mississippi. Built in the late 19th century, the Eads Bridge was a groundbreaking achievement. It was designed by renowned engineer James Buchanan Eads, and was the first bridge in the world to use steel as its primary structural material.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Captains' Return

This bronze statue of Lewis, Clark, and Lewis' dog Seaman, memorializes the expedition's heroic return. It was created by sculptor Harry Weber, and added to the riverfront in 2006.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mississippi River Overlook

Get down close to the historic Mississippi River! Nearby, you can take a Helicopter tour of the park, or board the riverboat cruise.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Gateway Arch

The Grand Staircase of Gateway Arch National Park rises up from the riverfront to meet the arch. The staircase represents Rising Up to the West, and all the challenges and riches it possessed.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France

Known locally as The Old Cathedral, this church was first established in the 1700s, soon after the city itself was founded. The current building was constructed in 1834. The church is only open to visitors on on the first Sunday of the month, after the noon Mass has ended. But there is a museum that's open several days a week.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
  • Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
  • Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • St. Louis Riverfront Cruise
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  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
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  • Best visited in summer — longer hours and grounds at their best; park open year-round
  • Book tickets in advance for tram rides, films, VR, and riverfront cruises — these sell out
  • Much of the tour has no shade — bring sun protection and watch for traffic when crossing streets
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