Student Life

There are some attractions that are well-known beyond the city's borders, critically acclaimed or famous in some way. In St. Louis tourism, these experiences are often recommended first, and they are considered impossible to miss.

The Gateway Arch is a cultural icon of St. Louis, allowing tourists a bird's eye view of the city from the 630-foot tall national historic landmark. The Gateway Arch National Park grounds that surround the Arch are home to the visitor's center and museum, with a bank of the Mississippi running along the edge of the park.

Some other famous tourist locations include:

• Forest Park/Zoo*
• Missouri Botanical Gardens
• Union Station
• Ted Drewes

Whether it's from a neck-and-neck sports game or a roller coaster, St. Louis gives us something to cheer and shout about all year long. Most of the following activities are seasonal, but there is always something fun to do in St. Louis — you just have to find it. In the mean time, check these out:

• Six Flags
• City Museum
• St. Louis Cardinals
• Amp Up Action Park
• Raging Rivers WaterPark
• St. Louis Blues
• RYZE Adventure Park
• St. Louis City SC
• The Boathouse at Forest Park
• Adventure Valley

The St. Louis region boasts several exciting animal attractions which offer a diverse range of species to visit. Whether you're looking for farm animals, exotic species, sea creatures, domesticated friends, insects or birds, there is something for everyone!

Consider one of these destinations when planning your next animal adventure:

• Saint Louis Zoo*
• Grant's Farm*
• Lone Elk Park*
• Endangered Wolf Center
• St. Louis Aquarium
• Purina Farms*
• Butterfly House
• World Bird Sanctuary*
• The Gentle Barn

If you look hard enough, art and beauty can be found anywhere in St. Louis. However, if you would prefer something more high quality, check out these museums, gardens, greenhouses, parks and installations:

• Saint Louis Art Museum*
• Missouri Botanical Gardens
• Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
• Laumeier Sculpture Park*
• The Jewel Box
• Pulitzer Arts Foundation
• Cathedral Basilica
• Citygarden*

Educational journeys are easy to fulfill in St. Louis with new knowledge at every corner, ranging from science to history to geology. Some are more interesting than others, but as a Webster student, these are all unique learning opportunities to take advantage of:

• Saint Louis Science Center*
• Missouri History Museum*
• World Chess Hall of Fame*
• National Museum of Transportation
• Meramec Caverns
• Missouri Civil War Museum
• National Blues Museum
• Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
• Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum
• Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site*

In the first half of the 20th century, St. Louis was a mecca for music. Legends like Scott Joplin, Chuck Berry, Albert King and many others pushed the music scene forward. Originally, St. Louis was a major player in the blues scene, but over the years other genres and influences have molded the unique St. Louis music scene into the one that we know today.

Additionally to music, St. Louis also boasts a large amount of theatres. Check out some of the diverse venues available:

• The Fabulous Fox Theatre
• The Muny
• St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
• Gateway Blues Festival
• Grand Center Arts District
• Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
• The Pageant
• The Factory