Experience the Gateway Arch
Travel 630 feet in the air, up to the top of the Gateway Arch, to see awesome views of St. Louis.
What will you discover?
Fun and often surprising experiences and attractions to explore, experience and discover!
Anchored by the Gateway Arch and extending to Citygarden, the Core of Discovery is a downtown St. Louis, family-friendly, attractions district
Photo from englishsnow. See all Core of Discovery photos on Flickr.
200 Washington Avenue (Gateway Arch Parking Garage)
Part of the Architecture Tour and Visual Arts Tour
For the true adventurer, journey to the top of the 630-foot Gateway Arch in an enclosed tram. Following a four-minute, narrated ride, see unparalleled views of St. Louis from the Gateway Arch Observation Area. Trams leave every 10 minutes.
Learn more on the National Park Service website.
Summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day): 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Winter (Labor Day through Memorial Day): 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Adults (ages 16 and up): $10
Children (ages 3 to 15): $5
National Park Pass: $7
*Ticket prices and times are subject to change
Buy Tickets in Advance or call 877-982-1410
Take a peek at the Arch’s history with the award-winning documentary “Monument to the Dream,” which chronicles the conception and construction of this magnificent monument. Watch as the amazing Arch is built, right up until the last piece is put into place.
Also, see the odyssey of Lewis and Clark in “Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West,” a documentary narrated by Jeff Bridges that takes viewers through the uncharted lands of the Louisiana Purchase and beyond.
For those with mobility impairments, both theaters are accessible and have designated areas set aside for viewing from wheelchairs. Both theaters have unique rear window captioning systems, movie scripts, and audio enhancement for visitors with hearing impairments. Audio description devices may also be available for the sight impaired. Audio enhancement amplifies movie soundtracks and spoken words and transmits them directly to persons using an FM receiver.
For more information, please feel free to contact customer service at 877-982-1410 or email info@gatewayarch.com.
“Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West” at the Odyssey Theatre
Summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day): 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Winter (Labor Day through Memorial Day): 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
“Monument to the Dream” at the Tucker Theater
Summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day): 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Winter (Labor Day through Memorial Day): 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Adults (age 16 and up): $7
Children (ages 3 to 15): $2.50
National Park Pass: $4
*Ticket prices and times are subject to change
Buy tickets in advance or call 877-982-1410.
The Museum Store carries a wide selection of books, videos, posters, apparel and educational toys, including a large selection of products related to the Gateway Arch and westward expansion history. In addition, the Levee Mercantile provides savory food products and many unique items, including gourmet gifts, collectibles, toys, and home accessories, while immersing visitors into the role of a mercantile in St. Louis during the 1870s. All purchases support Gateway Arch programming.
Summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day): 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Winter (Labor Day through Memorial Day): 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission to both shops is free.
Save 15% on your store purchases
Shop online or call 800-537-7962 for more information
Save 25% on a trip planning kit
Click here for more information on the Gateway Arch shops or call 800-537-7962.
The nation’s tallest monument at 630 feet, the Gateway Arch has beckoned visitors for more than 40 years with its iconic, awe-inspiring shape. The vision of renowned architect Eero Saarinen, the Gateway Arch commemorates Thomas Jefferson and St. Louis’ role in the westward expansion of the United States. A visit to St. Louis isn’t complete without standing at its base and playing professional photographer, and the view from the outside is only half of the experience.
Attractions within the Arch are the Journey to the Top, the Museum of Westward Expansion, educational programs, two movies and shopping.
Learn more on the National Park Service website. Click here to see upcoming events & programs!
Due to security measures at the Gateway Arch, all visitors to the Arch must pass through a security checkpoint. No weapons – including knives – are allowed. If you have pre-purchased your tram ticket, please arrive at least 30 minutes before your tram time.
The Journey to the Top of the Gateway Arch is not fully accessible for guests with mobility impairments. No wheelchairs are permitted at the Top of the Gateway Arch. Learn more on the National Park Service website.
Summer (Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend): 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Winter (Labor Day weekend to Memorial Day weekend): 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Entrance into the Gateway Arch is free. Find costs for the Journey to the Top and movies at each of their links above.
877-982-1410 for tickets
314-655-1600 for park information
Stop 1 of the Architecture Tour
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Stop 1 of the Visual Arts Tour
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