My eye was drawn to this sculpture. The woman appears to be walking quite swiftly down the street…read morewith purpose in her eyes and pose. However, she's forever in this walking stance and not getting anywhere. It's a lovely sculpture and Saint Louis has done well to include it with their public art. The caption in the sidewalk reads, "Donald Baechler. Walking Figure. (2003-2004). Bronze. Edition 1 of 3. On Loan From Gateway Foundation." Online, "Walking Figure poses motionless in front of the Gateway Foundation building, stuck forever in walking stance but never gaining any ground. The sprightly form reminds the viewer of a child's drawing of a human, with the arms and legs sticking out awkwardly from a square-like torso. The childish face of the figure grins shyly but contentedly with closed eyes as it towers above the heads of passersby, striding purposefully toward some unknown end. The surface texture of the bronze is strongly textured, inviting the viewer to interact and touch the rough surface of the piece." [Review 14462 overall, 1788 of 2020, number 94 in Missouri.]

We love unique works of art and Big Suit certainly qualifies! The artist, Erwin Wurm, has a bizarre…read moresense of humor and cynicism that changes the way you appreciate sculpture! He magnified this pink business suit to immense proportions (what would correspond to a size 144 in the US) but omitted the body inside. Life is good with unique public art!

This big man left his big suit chilling in the park for all of us to see. He was just hanging out…read moreone day got hot and said I'm gonna take my big suit off. Love to hear.

I went here with my partner and a friend over the weekend and it was a blast! We went on a Sunday…read moreso there were a lot of kids there, but that's to be expected. It was $25.23 total for one ticket at the door, which is cheaper than buying online ahead of time ($20 ticket plus $8 fee plus tax). There was no line to get in which was surprising given we went at 11am on a weekend. The place was super cool! It reminded me a lot of Meow Wolf's Convergence Station in Denver with how crazy it was. There are more places for kids to climb around than adults, but we were still able to crawl through a lot of places. There was so much cool stuff to look at that there's no way you can do it all in one visit. We've already decided we want to come back to St. Louis just to go here again! I will say the attractions aren't terribly accessible to those with disabilities. There is a lot of climbing and not a lot of wheelchair accessibility. It's also loud and high-touch. There are plenty of bathrooms, and there is at least one water bottle fill station which I appreciated as a tourist. The gift shop is pricey but that's also to be expected. Parking in their lot is $15 plus tax (we paid $20 and got $2 back), other nearby lots are open but more expensive. If you're visiting St. Louis, you definitely need to go here! It truly is a blast for all ages and is the first true adult playground I've seen. It is so worth the price of admission!

A truly fascinating and one of a kind experience! There were so many things to do but we didn't…read morehave enough time to do it all. Bring a head lamp and your own knee pads (wrist guards, butt pads, elbow pads would also help if you decide to go all out and parkour your way through this place), as well as some sturdy jeans. One person in our group managed to tear the seat of their pants on one of the slides I didn't check out the food, but I found the drink prices pretty reasonable. They had a cute gift shop too for those of you who'd like to get a souvenir. If you plan on returning often, get their Gold Pass for free entry through December 2027 and discounts on parking, food, souvenirs, apparel, and more!

What a great experience! The arch soars up 630' & was built to honor St. Louis as the starting…read morepoint for the Lewis & Clark expedition as well as other pioneer trails heading west. After going through security similar to an airport, a small egg shaped tram lifts visitors, rotating as it rises up the curve of the legs, to an observation deck at the top of the arch. The ride up takes four minutes, while coming down is three. It is a small & somewhat cramped ride, limited to five passengers at a time. Once at the top, you can look out small windows & see for miles & miles. Time on the observation deck is limited to 10 minutes to keep the flow of visitors moving. I was somewhat surprised to learn that the arch had been designed back in 1947, but construction wasn't started till 1963. There are a lot of steps involved with the arch & those with mobility issues will likely be unable to go to the apex of the arch. Wheelchairs, walkers, scooters & the like are not permitted on the observation deck. If your time allows, be sure to visit the free museum with six interactive galleries showing America's expansion westward. Also a visit to the gift shop is a must. All in all, the Mrs & I throughly enjoyed our visit at the arch & highly recommend a visit.

Wow!! This is actually an amazing structure and well worth your time to explore the museum and see…read morethe film about the construction. You can also ride to the top and see the view from on high. (We elected not to do that part ) This is a National Park Service facility. I highly recommend you take the time to explore the Arch Museum and grounds, when visiting St. Louis- the gateway to the west!

I cannot believe St. Louis has this, and I feel like we should be talking about it a whole lot…read moremore. The artwork is absolutely insane. We're talking an enormous stretch of wall covered in colorful, detailed, larger than life graffiti pieces. You can stand there looking at one section, turn your head, and find something completely different. It's like an outdoor art gallery, except the gallery is massive and the artists are out here making magic on a floodwall. It goes for literally miles! And here's another thing you must know. Paint Louis is an actual international graffiti festival held along the riverfront. Artists travel from all over to paint here, and the event has been around in various forms since the 1990s. The wall is recognized as the world's longest graffiti wall in Guinness World Records. I swear, every time I go down there, I wonder why we don't lean into this even more. Paint everything! Give artists more walls! Let the riverfront become one giant, ever changing outdoor art installation. St. Louis, we have some pretty extraordinary things hiding in plain sight. This is one of them.

I love the mural mile and get down there a few times a year -- August isn't the best time as…read moregraffiti has taken bites out of some of the art but come Labor Day Paint Louis will have artists in to do it again and there is always an incredible combo of messages and styles. Most of these pics were taken during the fresh paint times but a couple were this weekend. Going when the artists are there over Labor Day weekend is awesome but it's also such a cool place for photo shoots! I give the Labor Day weekend and the subsequent months 5 stars. It gets to more like 4 as you near the repaint.

Sitting at the northeast corner of Citygarden Sculpture Park, "Kindly Geppetto" is a bronze…read moresculpture by Tom Otterness that mixes fairy tale charm with a hint of unease. The artwork shows Geppetto, the well-known carpenter from the Pinocchio story, holding a hammer above the puppet's head. At first, it might look playful or cartoon-like, but the scene feels more complicated the longer you look. Is Geppetto angry, or is he about to bring Pinocchio to life? The puppet gazes up at him with a mix of trust and worry, adding to the tension. Otterness often uses simple, familiar characters to explore deeper ideas, and this piece is no different. It makes you think about the bond between a maker and what they create - who holds the power, who gets to decide, and how care and control can overlap. It also reflects the original Pinocchio story, with its themes of honesty, identity, and the desire to become real. Completed in 2001 and placed in Citygarden by the Gateway Foundation, the sculpture stands about eight and a half feet tall. Surrounded by other modern pieces, "Kindly Geppetto" stands out for the story it tells and the emotions it stirs. [Review 1173 of 2025 - 439 in Missouri - 24726 overall]

Kindly gappetto is a downtown sis t Lous sculpture by artist Tom otterness. Consider part of the…read moreSaint Louis city garden collection. This bronze sculpture pays tribute to the famed cartoon carpenter geppetto from Pinocchio stories and film. Ill be honest and admit when me and my family stumbled upon this sculpture in august 2018 I did not make that connection. But the sculpture was very alluring and my kids was fired up to take a photo op with the sculpture. Overall very cool medium sized sculpture in a downtown Saint Louis area full of fun and cool sculptures. Located just a short walking distance from the famed gateway arch as well.

I cannot believe St. Louis has this, and I feel like we should be talking about it a whole lot…read moremore. The artwork is absolutely insane. We're talking an enormous stretch of wall covered in colorful, detailed, larger than life graffiti pieces. You can stand there looking at one section, turn your head, and find something completely different. It's like an outdoor art gallery, except the gallery is massive and the artists are out here making magic on a floodwall. It goes for literally miles! And here's another thing you must know. Paint Louis is an actual international graffiti festival held along the riverfront. Artists travel from all over to paint here, and the event has been around in various forms since the 1990s. The wall is recognized as the world's longest graffiti wall in Guinness World Records. I swear, every time I go down there, I wonder why we don't lean into this even more. Paint everything! Give artists more walls! Let the riverfront become one giant, ever changing outdoor art installation. St. Louis, we have some pretty extraordinary things hiding in plain sight. This is one of them.

Cool experience, kind of a sketchy area once you walk down far enough but worth seeing the art.read more

The Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France or the Old Cathedral, it's also the oldest building in…read moredowntown St. Louis. Being this is the first Catholic parish west of the Mississippi. In the early years of the city a parcel of land was put aside. Services were conducted in structures that would be temporary. From 1831 to 1834 the Greek style permanent limestone building was constructed. During the revival of the waterfront in the 1930s, this structure survived. It was a church and could not be torn down. It sits in the shadow of the arch today. It became a landmark in 1971. The St Vincent De Paul a French charity organization founded in France in 1833 started its journey to aid individuals that are struggling first here in this church. The charity organization began its roots here in St Louis first in this church and it continues today in 1845. The church is open to the community and is a beautiful place to remember its importance here in America. All normal services are available here. Please visit and support.

I was here for a wedding. The cathedral is beautiful, old world elegance. Large windows letting a…read moretremendous amount of light in. The service was excellent and the priest was kind, gentle and funny with the bride and groom. It was a delightful wedding.

We got to meet the owner and his wife Ashley this evening and they were absolutely wonderful…read more I love the festive pop-up bar and all the different lights and Christmas throughout the location The drinks were phenomenal and even had festive drinks, which made it so fun I only wish the patio would be open with heaters, but it's almost too cold anyways for that but what a fun idea if they decorated their patio because it's so unique

I love this place. Open layout, graffiti walls, a couple stages, and music. Went for a vendor event…read morethat was cowgirl disco themed and it did not disappoint! There's also a patio outside that would be awesome to stop at before or after a baseball game. A nice view of the arch included ! Drinks looked good although we kept it pretty basic on our orders.. it did not break the bank though, it was reasonable and did not take long to get served. It was an awesome spot to hang out for a while with pretty easy street parking. I can imagine if downtown was busy it'd be harder to find street parking but they did have paid lots with attendants so of course that'd be an option too.

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.