St. Louis Official Visitors Guide 2009

ATTRACTIONS listings RAY MARKLIN XXXX listings k Attractions ADRENALINE ZONE Largest state-of-the-art laser tag arena coupled with Demolition Ball. Groups from 10 to 500. Complete party planning. 1875 Old Hwy. 94 South • St. Charles (636) 940-7700 • www.db-az.com AMERICA’S INCREDIBLE PIZZA COMPANY, ST. LOUIS, MO More than 60,000 sq. ft. of incredible food and fun. In addition to the pizza buffet, the indoor fairgrounds include go-karts, mini-golf, bumper cars, mini-bowling and a huge game room. 5254 S. Lindbergh Blvd. • (314) 842-0700 4105 N. Cloverleaf • St. Peters (636) 477-2700 • www.ipcstlouis.com attractions Laumeier Sculpture Park AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB MUSEUM OF THE DOG A fine arts museum devoted to man’s best friend. Displays include paintings and artifacts by artistic masters through the ages. Gift shop and library available to visitors. Closed Mon. and holidays. -Limited 1721 S. Mason Rd. • (314) 821-3647 www.museumofthedog.org ANHEUSER-BUSCH CONSUMER HOSPITALITY CENTER S t. Louis is best known for the iconic Gateway Arch, but there’s plenty more to see and do around here—there’s literally something for everyone. Start by checking out our museums. There are ones devoted to dogs, antique radios, monster trucks, vintage automobiles, transporta- Moto Museum tion, miniatures, motorcycles and the St. Louis Cardinals. Need more? Then climb rock walls, race go-karts, ride a riverboat, take a hike or chase a few butterflies. “Grown-ups” dig the wineries and riverboat casinos, while history buffs can get their fill of historic sites, stately homes and unique architectural treasures. And here is the best part: many of St. Louis’ most popular attractions offer free admission. Yep—you read that right— free. The Saint Louis Science Center, Missouri History Museum, Saint Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Zoo, AnheuserBusch Brewery and Grant’s Farm all offer free admission. See—we told you St. Louis has a little of everything and lots of fun. Tours include the historic Brew House, Budweiser Clydesdale stable, lager cellar, packaging plant, hospitality room and Anheuser-Busch gift shop. Open daily. FREE I-55 and Arsenal St. • (314) 577-2626 www.budweisertours.com BEALL MANSION HISTORIC HOME TOUR Tour 1903 mansion built as a wedding present. Twenty-five minutes from downtown St. Louis in historic Alton, IL. Thirty-minute narrated tours by appointment. -Limited 407 E. 12th St. • Alton, IL • (866) THE-BEAL (618) 474-9100 • www.beallmansion.com BELLEFONTAINE CEMETERY kTRAVEL TIP Summertime is peak season at the Gateway Arch, so “Journey to the Top” tram tickets sell out fast. Guarantee your trip to the top by ordering tickets in advance—call (877) 982-1410 or visit www.gatewayarch.com. Visit graves of William Clark, James Eads, William Burroughs, Thomas Hart Benton, Adolphus Busch, and Sara Teasdale. See many architecturally significant mausoleums. Maps available. Guided tours by appointment. 4947 W. Florissant Ave. • (314) 381-0750 www.bellefontainecemetery.org GENERAL DANIEL BISSELL HOUSE Built by the commanding officer of the first American military post west of the Mississippi. $4 adults; children free. Tours by appointment only. 10255 Bellefontaine Rd. • (636) 532-7298 www.stlouisco.com/parks/bissell.html w w w. e x p l o r e s t l o u i s . c o m 44 The Official St. Louis Visitors Guide http://www.db-az.com http://www.ipcstlouis.com http://www.museumofthedog.org http://www.budweisertours.com http://www.beallmansion.com http://www.bellefontainecemetery.org http://www.gatewayarch.com http://www.stlouisco.com/parks/bissell.html http://www.explorestlouis.com

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St. Louis Official Visitors Guide 2009 Contents St. Louis Thrives Must-See St. Louis All-Star History Pujols Family Foundation Calendar of Events Family Fun St. Louis' Friendly Environment Urban Melting Pot Fashion Direct Route 66 Architecture Tour Cultural Connections Day Trips Iconic St. Louisans Attractions My St. Louis: Russ Mitchell My St. Louis: Christina Machamber My St. Louis: Ridley Pearson Sports My St. Louis: Naam Pruitt Music, Dance & Theatre Outdoor Recreation My St. Louis: Christine Brewer Shopping Dining Nightlife St. Louis Beer History My St. Louis: Nelly Accommodations Campgrounds & RV Resorts Bed & Breakfast Getting Around Visitor Services Maps Advertiser Index 2009 St. Louis Meeting Planner Guide

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