Justin's South city Guidebook
Sightseeing
Carondelet Park
3900 Holly Hills BlvdMissouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw BlvdMO. Botanical Gardens. Must visit in Spring
Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery
1200 Lynch StCheck out the brewery tour
Ballpark Village
601 Clark AveLumiere Place Boulevard
Lumiere Place BoulevardLumiere place casino, Downtown stl.
City Museum
750 N 16th StForest Park , At around 1,300 acres Forest Park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. It is home to free cultural institutions such as: The Zoo, Art Museum, History Museum, and Science Center.
5595 Grand Dr
5595 Grand DriveForest Park , At around 1,300 acres Forest Park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. It is home to free cultural institutions such as: The Zoo, Art Museum, History Museum, and Science Center.
Not only is the St. Louis Zoo FREE but it was also chosen as “Best Zoo” in a USA Today’s Readers' Choice award. The Zoo is home to over 12,000 animals and is true gem located inside the beautiful Forest Park.
579 locals recommend
Saint Louis Zoo
1 Government DrNot only is the St. Louis Zoo FREE but it was also chosen as “Best Zoo” in a USA Today’s Readers' Choice award. The Zoo is home to over 12,000 animals and is true gem located inside the beautiful Forest Park.
Another wonderful and free attraction located in the heart of Forest Park. The St. Louis Art Museum is a beautiful building displaying beautiful artwork.
431 locals recommend
Saint Louis Art Museum
1 Fine Arts DrAnother wonderful and free attraction located in the heart of Forest Park. The St. Louis Art Museum is a beautiful building displaying beautiful artwork.
An exciting and educational experience for children all ages. The Saint Louis Science Center is a free attraction located right near the beautiful Forest Park.
18 locals recommend
St. Louis Science Center Loop station
An exciting and educational experience for children all ages. The Saint Louis Science Center is a free attraction located right near the beautiful Forest Park.
River City Casino , Set on the banks of the Mississippi River, River City Casino offers a luxury hotel and casino with great gaming and dining in St. Louis, Missouri.
777 River City Casino Blvd
777 River City Casino BoulevardRiver City Casino , Set on the banks of the Mississippi River, River City Casino offers a luxury hotel and casino with great gaming and dining in St. Louis, Missouri.
Food scene
Russell's on Macklind
5400 Murdoch AveSisters Sandwich Shoppe
5353 Devonshire AvenueLocal coffee shop
Great local sandwich shop not to far from the house. Highly recommend !
91 locals recommend
Blues City Deli
2438 McNair AveGreat local sandwich shop not to far from the house. Highly recommend !
Cunetto House of Pasta
5453 Magnolia AveAmazing authentic Italian cuisine !
The Royale Food & Spirits
3132 South Kingshighway BoulevardLily's Mexican Restaurant
4601 S Kingshighway BlvdGreat Mexican food
Onesto Pizza & Trattoria
5401 Finkman StGreat local pizza
Everyone can find something they like here. Make sure to try the famous chicken sandwich.
10 locals recommend
Syberg's Gravois
7802 Gravois RdEveryone can find something they like here. Make sure to try the famous chicken sandwich.
The Gyro Company
7240 Gravois AveHome of one of the best Gyro’s in town. Great for carry out.
Courtesy Diner
3153 S Kingshighway BlvdA classic American diner
Boathouse Forest Park
6101 Government DrEnjoy a meal along the lake in beautiful Forest Park
Frazer's Restaurant & Lounge
1811 Pestalozzi StreetA Classic fried chicken place famous in Stl.
King and I Restaurant
8039 S Grand BlvdGood thai food!
Zia's Restaurant and Catering
5256 Wilson AveAnother great italian place in Stl, one of many!
Bar Scene
Little Bar
6343 Alabama AvenueGreat Local bar walking distance from the house.
DB Cooper's Safe House
6109 Gravois AvenueLocal bar , good burgers and reasonably priced drinks.
Milo's Tavern
5201 Wilson AveNestled in The Hill this tavern has a lively patio.
This Irish pub is a great place to waste away the afternoon or evening.
12 locals recommend
O'Connell's Pub
4652 Shaw AveThis Irish pub is a great place to waste away the afternoon or evening.
Swanky indoor/outdoor rooftop bar & eatery with 360-degree views of downtown.
46 locals recommend
Three Sixty
1 S BroadwaySwanky indoor/outdoor rooftop bar & eatery with 360-degree views of downtown.
Dessert
Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
4224 S Grand BlvdIt's a St Louis institution. Must try.
If you love dark chocolate ice cream then look no further
54 locals recommend
Clementine's Naughty & Nice Creamery
1637 S 18th StIf you love dark chocolate ice cream then look no further
Breweries
Urban Chestnut Grove Brewery and Bierhall
4465 Manchester AveTraditional German Style Lagers
4 Hands Brewery
1220 S 8th StFantastic IPA's and More
2nd Shift Brewing
1601 Sublette AveThey aren’t afraid to create something different and delicious.
Perennial Artisan Ales
8125 Michigan AveA great micro-brewery
Civil Life Brewing Co.
3714 Holt AveDelicious craft beer not far away !
Grocery & Farmers markets
Schnucks Loughborough
1020 Loughborough AveGreat local grocer less than 1 mile away!
Soulard Farmers Market
730 Carroll StCool farmers market in the Soulard district
The Tower Grove Farmers' Market
Center Cross DriveFarmers market
Hiking around St louis Mo.
Some places to take a nice hike with the family.
Very cool Missouri state park, About 35 min driving distance to Imperial Mo
Mastodon State Historic Site
1050 Charles J Becker DrVery cool Missouri state park, About 35 min driving distance to Imperial Mo
As another one of St. Louis’ beloved urban outdoor trails, Grant’s Trail is a lovely spot for easy hiking, running, and biking in the city. For beginners and families, it’s a great spot for hiking in St. Louis. The trail is completely paved and passes by horse pastures, creeks, forests, and wildflower-filled fields, and because it’s an out-and-back trail, you can hike for as long or as little as you’d like.
6 locals recommend
Grant's Trail
Grant's TrailAs another one of St. Louis’ beloved urban outdoor trails, Grant’s Trail is a lovely spot for easy hiking, running, and biking in the city. For beginners and families, it’s a great spot for hiking in St. Louis. The trail is completely paved and passes by horse pastures, creeks, forests, and wildflower-filled fields, and because it’s an out-and-back trail, you can hike for as long or as little as you’d like.
In our opinion, the Elephant Rocks Trail is one of the coolest and most unique hikes near St. Louis. Located in Elephant Rocks State Park, the highlight of this short, easy trail is the massive boulders that you’ll find overlooking a quiet pond below. Other things you’ll find on the trail include forests, stone house ruins, and views of the surrounding forests. Hikers and children will love this area because there are lots of rocks to explore and climb!
85 locals recommend
Elephant Rocks State Park
7406 MO-21In our opinion, the Elephant Rocks Trail is one of the coolest and most unique hikes near St. Louis. Located in Elephant Rocks State Park, the highlight of this short, easy trail is the massive boulders that you’ll find overlooking a quiet pond below. Other things you’ll find on the trail include forests, stone house ruins, and views of the surrounding forests. Hikers and children will love this area because there are lots of rocks to explore and climb!
For a more nature-inspired experience, head to the Hawk Ridge Trail to the west of St. Louis for a peaceful, paved hike through forests and meadows. Along the way, you’ll see towering, centuries-old trees, lakes, and wildflowers in the warmer months of the year. As the trails are completely flat, they’re perfect for hikers of all levels, including younger children and families.
Hawk Ridge Trail
Hawk Ridge TrailFor a more nature-inspired experience, head to the Hawk Ridge Trail to the west of St. Louis for a peaceful, paved hike through forests and meadows. Along the way, you’ll see towering, centuries-old trees, lakes, and wildflowers in the warmer months of the year. As the trails are completely flat, they’re perfect for hikers of all levels, including younger children and families.
At less than an hour from St. Louis, the Sandstone Canyon Trail is a perfect option for those wanting to see a canyon area rather than miles of dense forests. The draw of this trail is the surprisingly large sandstone canyon (obviously) that you can find deeper into the hike, but there are also small surprises – waterfalls, ruins, and almost tropical-looking plants – along the way. Locals love this trail because it’s pretty close to the city and has lots of impressive rock formations to see and explore.
7 locals recommend
Don Robinson State Park
9275 Byrnesville RdAt less than an hour from St. Louis, the Sandstone Canyon Trail is a perfect option for those wanting to see a canyon area rather than miles of dense forests. The draw of this trail is the surprisingly large sandstone canyon (obviously) that you can find deeper into the hike, but there are also small surprises – waterfalls, ruins, and almost tropical-looking plants – along the way. Locals love this trail because it’s pretty close to the city and has lots of impressive rock formations to see and explore.
Another common trail for overnight hikers, the Wilderness Trail in Meramec State Park is a nice, forested path with plenty of places to camp. The trail boasts lots of rock formations, a cave called the Green Cave, and lots of gentle streams. Overall, it’s a fantastic day hike or overnight backpacking trip that’s suitable for hikers of all levels.
Meramec State Park
Meramec State ParkAnother common trail for overnight hikers, the Wilderness Trail in Meramec State Park is a nice, forested path with plenty of places to camp. The trail boasts lots of rock formations, a cave called the Green Cave, and lots of gentle streams. Overall, it’s a fantastic day hike or overnight backpacking trip that’s suitable for hikers of all levels.