I was in town for work, and I found myself with some extra hours. I am a history nerd, so I was…read morereferred to Nathan from a friend! We did a walking tour of the Historic Soulard District. I was completely fascinated by the history of the area. Nathan has an extensive and impressive amount of local history knowledge, and I learned a ton about architecture from him as well. If you're a history nerd, or even if you just want a glimpse into St. Louis's past, I highly recommend booking a tour!

The tour of Lafayette square was interesting. Nathan shared tons of history about several homes in…read morethe area. It is really amazing how much he knows. He was able to answer a lot of questions that other tourist had.

This is a hidden gem when it comes to historic houses. This house has been incredibly restored with…read morecare and attention to detail giving visitors a true step back in time to see what 19th-century Victorian life was like for a affluent family in St. Louis. The house itself is that last remaining piece of the original neighborhood which originally stood outside of city limits. The docent was knowledgeable, welcoming, and gave what felt like an insider's look into the Campbell family highlighting original family belongings. My favorite pieces include a gas lamp that illuminates beautifully (seriously stunning) and massive portait of James A. Campbell with his dogs. Oh -- and the ornate toilet. I recommend a visit at Christmas time. The house is beautifully decorated for the holidays and you might just get to see and HEAR a special Christmas tree stand/music box!

We took advantage of the free tours being offered at the Campbell house museum this weekend and it…read morewas a great time. The fact that so much of the original furniture, art, and accessories remain in top condition if wild after all these years. Our tour guide was fantastic and we really enjoyed ourselves. A must-do if you are at all interested in STL history

I used to work for this company until the owner not only ripped me and my wife off for our last…read morepayment for our work, also let his horses health diminish to abuse levels. I can not stand with any company that will put their animals care last

I used to work for this company. I helped build it into a beautiful piece of art and unfortunately,…read morefire started in the valley and scorched the Earth, leaving nothing left but an owner who refuses to take care of his horses. Never gets Vet care for them. They're literally walking skeletons. Multiple have just dropped dead without any vet care to find out why. I loved that company with everything inside of my heart but now I'm ashamed to be associated with it in any way shape or form. When your horses look like they belong to Jack skellington from the nightmare before Christmas and to find out that you feed them loaves of bread instead of going and getting them proper food, it is a joke and it's an utter humiliation. You should be ashamed of yourself for what you've done to. Your horses and my Facebook has a post that tells all. If you all want to refer back to it for POOF the link is below. And on top of that, me and my husband went out there for multiple days and worked our tail for hardly anything in 1st place but and we also had to do a massive job for a Christmas event and he Never ended up paying us any money. I'm not saying don't use this company. I'm saying RUN from this company far and FAST. He is only getting one star because I'm forced to give him something. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AEySmbfjy/

A Hidden Jewel in St. Louis - Don't Miss the Magic Chef Mansion!…read more What a historic gem! The Magic Chef Mansion is one of St. Louis' most stunning and best-kept secrets. If you haven't taken a tour, you are truly missing out. This architectural treasure offers a glimpse into another era--where craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless beauty meet. What makes it even more special is the incredible care and devotion of Shelly, the current owner and resident. It's amazing how she has lovingly restored the entire interior, tracking down original furniture, lighting fixtures, and period-appropriate details to bring this mansion back to its former glory. What an act of love--and one that every visitor can feel the moment they walk through the doors. Every room is a story, and the guided tour is filled with fascinating history, local lore, and exquisite details. Whether you're a St. Louis native or a visitor, this is an experience that belongs at the top of your list. The Magic Chef Mansion isn't just a tour--it's a living, breathing piece of art and history. Don't miss the chance to be a part of it.

This is a wonder!!!! Beautifully maintained and decorated mansion. Owner guided tour for our…read moregroup. Charge for tours but well worth seeing this amazing turn of the 20th century mansion.

If you love all things dark, spooky, and STL, than St. Louis Paranormal Research Society's Lemp…read moreHaunted Neighborhood Walking tour. Despite being married at Lemp in 2021, almost everything I learned was completely new information. I especially appreciated the balance between history and legend and how the walking tour extended well beyond the Lemp. This made for a fun date night and I'd love to return in the future with friends!

This beautiful fall evening was perfect for a tour! We started the tour at the business and walked…read morejust shy of a mile. We visited major landmarks of Lemp Mansion, DeMenil Mansion, St.Agatha's church, and the Lemp Brewery. The guide structured the time the route to give us a great overview of the area and it's history. Make sure you check the weather before hand because the tour happens rain or shine. My favorite part was the excursion into the tunnels beneath the Lemp Brewery. We had special access to view the location serial killer victims were held in 1993. Turning off the light is not for the faint of heart. Storytelling and history 10/10 Route and sights 10/10

I love going into these old homes and seeing how the people of the past lead their lives. This tour…read morewas very informative, the guide knew everything of the place. Seemed as a private tour since it was just my husband and I there. The guide lead us throughout the house pointing out all the updates with the house. The tour took about an hour, with the heat-the air conditioned tour was wonderful. We walked the grounds too, he pointed out were building were from the past. Was cool to learn the city actually moved the highway route to save the house. The tour was really kicked back, guide was funny and joked around with us. Very unique tour since he took time to tell use things in more detail. No need to call ahead for the tour, just show up on the hour to catch the tour. Was only $8 for the tour, I donated a little extra.

Went for the first time today. At $5, I found it to be very reasonably priced, and tours on the…read morehour are so convenient. Our tour was supposed to run about forty minutes, but we asked a lot of questions and it lasted over an hour- oops. Lots of furniture that was original to the family (not the case with the nearby Lemp Mansion). Ask if you can go on the balcony- they let us and it has a great view of the yard and surrounding buildings. The guide was so knowledgable- she was able to answer every question about the house that our group of four asked. The gift shop is nice-sized and rather inexpensive- a mixture of antiques, books, and other items. I was disappointed that the Cafe is closed while they look for a new tenant, but went to Gus's Pretzels nearby instead.

This review is for the December nighttime candlelight walk, though my site notes cover any visit…read more Since the county parks department took over this historic village a few years ago, the program has been completely revamped. For the better, I've been told. For the candlelight program Daniel Boone and his wife, as characters, greet visitors and share a bit about their frontier life. Other period characters explain holiday customs, tell stories, or recite whole passages from memory of Dickens' A Christmas Carol or Moore's Nicholas (as 'Twas the Night Before Christmas was originally called). At points in the village visitors become part of the program, such as mummers (traveling beggars) at one house. The entire circular stroll starts and ends in the same spot. It takes about 2-1/2 hours to complete, though the time flies by. Visitor notes: This is not an ADA experience. It would be challenging even with a stroller. The interest level and time commitment might be more appropriate for older teens, young and middle age adults, and healthy seniors. Very much of the tour is outside as you move from building to building. Walkways are uneven rock paths, soft mulch, or wood stairs of varying heights. For the nighttime experience paths and buildings are lit by candlelight and can be somewhat dark. Floors are rock, wood, or dirt. The route would be difficult to travel other than by foot. Also, though cider and cookies are complementary, they're at the entrance/exit. You may want to pack snacks for yourself or little ones because no food is available on the route or allowed in buildings. However, go--if you can--and enjoy a truly unique holiday event.

This is a great historical site. The Daniel Boone Home is authentic and original to the site. The…read morehistoric village is not original to the site but includes a number of historic buildings that have been preserved and relocated here. We took the guided tour ($8 for seniors) and had a phenomenal tour guide. He was a recent graduate with a degree in history. His tour was very informative and he tried hard to dispel some of the myths surrounding Daniel Boone and some misconceptions based on the Festus Parker protrayal of Daniel Boon on TV. He was great. After the guided tour of the house, we did a self guided tour of the historic village. This was well worth the visit.

I took this tour for the first time this year (2022). It is now one of my favorite tours in St…read more Louis. For a $30 fee you are given access to over a dozen historic homes, free horse drawn carriage and trolly rides, and admission to a holiday market with seasonal food, beverages, and gifts available for purchase. Parking is a bit difficult, but easier than Soulard. There a a table set up near the park where booklets with map and home information is handed out. Port-a-potties are scattered around the square. I felt very safe and thoroughly enjoyed talking with the residents in this area of St. Louis. They are very passionate and welcoming. Some of the lines can be a little long. I arrived around 130pm and had plenty of time to see every home before the tours ended at 5pm. I chose to walk for the scenery and the exercise, but the jingle bells on the horse drawn carriage were very festive to hear. It was interesting learning about the history of this area and hearing stories of the swans, arbnbs, and restoration projects from the folks I met while standing in lines to see the homes. I highly recommend this tour.1

Lafayette Square Holiday Parlour Tour is an annual event that you should definitely add to your…read morelist!! These mansions, townhouses, and row houses are part of the early French settlement just south of downtown and includes the finest intact neighborhood collection of the architectural styles that were in vogue from the Civil War until 1900. The Holiday Parlour Tour begins in Lafayette Park and includes lots of homes that are not only beautiful, but beautifully decorated for the holidays. This is a neat event and is usually followed by dinner at one of the charming restaurants located around the square. This is my favorite of all the house tours. Grand South Grand Tour (spring Tour) is always a good one too. This years event will take place on December 14, 2008. Ticket info can be obtained at http://www.lafayettesquare.org. Money raised supports neighborhood and park improvements.