St. Louis Official Visitors Guide 2009 - (Page 6) CONTENTS k MORE FEATURES 34 ROUTE 66 Get your kicks at the many retro roadside attractions on St. Louis’ stretch of the Mother Road. 36 ARCHITECTURE TOUR From its charming red brick to cuttingedge contemporary designs, St. Louis was built to last. MICHAEL DEFILIPPO 38 40 KATY Trail k LISTINGS & CHARTS 44 ATTRACTIONS Experience one-of-a-kind attractions and destinations that you won’t soon forget. 57 SPORTS Sports and St. Louis are old friends. Find out why locals love a good game and the spirit of competition. 60 MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE Celebrate world-class arts and culture at renowned performance venues throughout the region. 62 OUTDOOR RECREATION Whether you prefer walking, climbing, hiking or biking, St. Louis has plenty of ways to enjoy the great outdoors. 64 SHOPPING Better bring an extra suitcase— you’ll need it for all of the cool stuff you’ll find here. 70 DINING From international favorites to Midwestern delights, savor St. Louis’ flavorful approach to three square meals a day. 81 NIGHTLIFE Dance, sing, or just sit and listen. You’ll find dozens of entertaining diversions in St. Louis. 85 ACCOMMODATIONS 93 CAMPGROUNDS & RV RESORTS 94 BED & BREAKFASTS k MORE 15 16 18 32 43 81 95 97 98 104 ALL-STAR HISTORY PUJOLS FAMILY FOUNDATION CALENDAR OF EVENTS FASHION DISTRICT ICONIC ST. LOUISANS ST. LOUIS BEER HISTORY GETTING AROUND VISITOR SERVICES MAPS ADVERTISER INDEX Cinco de Mayo St. Louis 38 CULTURAL CONNECTIONS Explore the region’s multi-cultural roots and historic sites that played key roles in U.S. history. web k www.explorestlouis.com Visit our web site to make the most of your time in St. Louis. Take a virtual tour of the sights and neighborhoods you plan to visit, find out what festivals and events are taking place while you’ll be in the area and browse through a comprehensive list of attractions, restaurants and worldclass shopping destinations. You can also book travel packages online, purchase attraction tickets, learn how to navigate the region and take advantage of special offers, discounts and much more. k Check out the page-turning interactive technology of the browser-friendly eBook—a full-length online version of the 2009 Official Visitors Guide. k Add explorestlouis.com to your favorites list to help plan your next getaway to the Gateway City. w w w. e x p l o r e s t l o u i s . c o m 40 DAY TRIPS You don’t have to travel far to experience some of the Midwest’s greatest treasures. k MY ST. LOUIS Get the 411 on where St. Louis celebrities go to enjoy their hometown. 46 Russ Mitchell 50 Christina Machamer 57 Ridley Pearson 58 Naam Pruitt 63 Christine Brewer 82 Nelly 6 The Official St. Louis Visitors Guide http://www.explorestlouis.com http://www.explorestlouis.com http://www.explorestlouis.com
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