Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour W/ St. Louis Arch and River Cruise + Heli

Experience the guided, best of St. Louis tour that brings together the city’s top sights, history, scenic views and experiences. On this fun-filled tour, we will make sure you get the most out of your time in the city. It’s perfect for you if you are looking for day trips from St. Louis. It starts with your guide picking you from your hotel in a comfortable vehicle and taking you on a scenic city drive. During the drive, you will pass by Busch Stadium, City Hall, Tower Grove Park, St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Art Museum.

You will make the first stop at Basilica of Saint Louis which is a stunning historic landmark known for its striking architecture and peaceful atmosphere. The basilica is the highlight of any St. Louis architecture tour with its intricate mosaics that have amazed visitors for decades. 

Next, you’ll hop on a Gateway Boat Cruise on the Mississippi River. On the cruise, you will be able to view and experience the city from a new angle. It’s a perfect chance to kick back, take some photos, enjoy the breeze off the water and make some memories.

Once off the cruise, you will visit the Gateway Arch; standing 630 feet tall, this stainless-steel monument is a symbol of the city. You will take a ride to the top and get amazing 360-degree views of downtown St. Louis and the Mississippi River. 

After coming back on ground, you’ll have ample time to explore Gateway Arch National Park where you will learn more about the history of the Arch and the westward expansion of the United States through museum exhibits and interactive displays.

Before wrapping up the tour, there’s one more thrilling and unforgettable experience for you: a helicopter ride over the city. You’ll cap off the day by seeing the Arch, the river, and the downtown skyline from above. The views from the sky make the St. Louis helicopter tours worth your time and money.

At the end of the tour, your guide will bring you back to your hotel in downtown St. Louis.