EXPLORING BEYOND OKLAHOMA
Stunning St. Louis With its rich history, plethora of frugal family fun options and diverse range of cuisine, St. Louis, Mo., is an ideal destination for late summer or fall family fun. ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY DEBBIE MURNAN
Historically coined the “Gateway to the West,” St. Louis was a natural point of convergence near the Mississippi River for trails, boats and rails in the 19th century. With this influx of people, immigrant communities also brought a diverse range of food and flavors, lending to the city’s eclectic culinary scene today. Beyond dining, St. Louis offers a ton of free attractions, from the zoo and art museums of Forest Park to the grounds of the iconic Gateway Arch, so a trip to this Midwestern metropolis can be very affordable. Music and sports enthusiasts will appreciate a visit to this vibrant city, home to the National Blues Museum as well as the beloved Major League Baseball team, the St. Louis Cardinals. Check out this 3-day itinerary to St. Louis, your gateway to family fun!
KIDS LOVE EXPLORING CITY GARDEN SCULPTURE PARK, WHICH IS DOTTED WITH UNIQUE ART AND WATER FEATURES.
Let’s Go! St. Louis is about a seven-and-a-half-hour drive from the Oklahoma City metro area, passing through both Joplin and Springfield in Missouri if you’re looking to break up time during a family road trip. Alternatively, families can book a direct flight to St. Louis from Oklahoma City through Southwest Airlines. Whatever
your preferred mode of transportation, once you arrive, your family has a wide range of accommodations to choose from across the city, whether you prefer a hotel or a vacation rental home. Hotels in the downtown area afford excellent views of the Gateway Arch and allow easy access by foot to many local attractions and restaurants.
58 METROFAMILYMAGAZINE.COM / JULY-AUGUST 2023 A TRIP TO ST. LOUIS ISN'T COMPLETE WITHOUT A VISIT TO GATEWAY ARCH NATIONAL PARK.
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