Gateway Arch
St Louis, MO 63102-1882
Phone: (877) 982-1410
Fax: (314) 982-1527
- Cross Street:
- Between Highway 64/40 and Washington Avenue
- Hours:
- Labor Day-Memorial Day: Daily 9am-6pm, Memorial Day-Labor Day: Daily 8am-10pm
Editorial Review for Gateway Arch – by Tricia Musel
The Scene
Part of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, the Gateway Arch marks the entrance to the American West. The Old Courthouse and the Museum of Westward Expansion are also on the grounds, and together they make a great day of St. Louis sightseeing.
The Experience
Consider standing in the usually long line for a tram ride to the top of the 630-foot arch, where you can spend up to an hour with the view. This seven-minute ride at the nation's tallest monument is fairly slow and not at all scary, so don't be afraid to give it a go. If you do suffer from claustrophobia or vertigo, skip the tram and take a seat on a park bench around the landmark and enjoy its beauty from ground level. History buffs should check out "Monument to the Dream," a documentary about the construction of the stainless steel behemoth.
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Insider Tips
ParkingThe Arch Parking Garage is located on the north edge of the Arch grounds off of Washington Avenue.
Know Before You GoTrams leave every 10 minutes and run from 8:20am to 9:10pm during the summer and 9:20am to 5:10pm during the winter.
User Reviews for Gateway Arch
12/19/2002 Posted by skahnstl
The Arch is a good educational and historical place to visit. Make sure you bring extra cash with you if you want to visit the movie, the museum and/or ride up to the top!
Pros: educational, historical
Cons: expensive, long way from parking, crowded
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