St. Louis Vacation Rentals

From, largely free attractions in Forest Park to City Museum's adult-sized playground and the legendary Cardinals at Busch Stadium, St. Louis rewards visitors with extraordinary depth and attractions that come without an admission fee.

What you'll love about Saint Louis

Forest Park is one of the great public spaces in America—larger than Central Park and home to the free Saint Louis Zoo, the free Saint Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum, and the Saint Louis Science Center, all within walking distance of each other. 

The Gateway Arch is one of the country's most iconic monuments, and the tram ride to the top is worth every minute of the wait.

Fun things to do

• Ride the tram to the top of the Gateway Arch for panoramic views of St. Louis and the Mississippi.
• Visit the free Saint Louis Zoo in Forest Park, consistently ranked among the best in the nation.
• Explore the Saint Louis Art Museum's outstanding free permanent collection in Forest Park.
• Experience City Museum's labyrinthine slides, caves, rooftop Ferris wheel, and surreal architecture.
• Catch a Cardinals game at Busch Stadium in the heart of downtown.
• Walk the Mississippi Riverfront's restored Laclede's Landing for dining and historic atmosphere.
• Visit the free Saint Louis Science Center and James S. McDonnell Planetarium.
• Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of the Grove, Cherokee Street, and the Delmar Loop.
• Take a riverboat cruise on the Mississippi River for a unique city perspective.
• Discover the Cathedral Basilica's stunning Byzantine mosaics — the largest mosaic collection in the world.

Local tips

• St. Louis summers are very hot and humid; Forest Park is best explored in the morning hours.
• Forest Park is free and among the largest urban parks in America. Most of its major attractions have free admission.
• Busch Stadium's right field area behind the bleachers offers some of the best affordable seats in baseball.
• The Saint Louis Zoo is consistently ranked in the nation's top three—and it’s free. 
• Gateway Arch tram tickets sell out on busy summer days. Buy online the morning of your visit.
• Cherokee Street's antiques, murals, and Latin-influenced dining make for a rewarding afternoon off the tourist path.
• Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) has strong direct service from major hubs across the country.

The Gateway Arch, the world's best free zoo, and City Museum's beautiful chaos

Saint Louis is America's most generous major city—Forest Park's world-class zoo, art museum, history museum, and science center are all free, the Gateway Arch National Park is one of the country's most iconic monuments, and City Museum is a one-of-a-kind architectural playground that belongs on every American bucket list.