21 Things to do in St Louis

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  • @seanmanno6058
    @seanmanno6058 5 років тому +544

    You can also experience winter and summer in the same week!

    • @theslygoober6953
      @theslygoober6953 5 років тому +14

      I wouldn't be suprised if we had a hurricane up here

    • @ifyoure555thenim666
      @ifyoure555thenim666 5 років тому +7

      So could be said of many parts of the North American continent.

    • @GotThemHammerz
      @GotThemHammerz 5 років тому +6

      If We Did Have A Hurricane, We Most Likely Wouldn’t Be Scared lol

    • @nickg8424
      @nickg8424 5 років тому

      day

    • @jacobhicks7319
      @jacobhicks7319 4 роки тому +1

      So true

  • @avacarson3897
    @avacarson3897 5 років тому +199

    PS: Union Station is newly remodeled! It now has:
    💠Ferris Wheel
    💠Mini Golf
    💠Old Soda Fountain
    💠 Carousel
    💠 Aquarium (coming soon)

    • @J_hockey58
      @J_hockey58 5 років тому

      Ava Carson I’m going to Ferris wheel tomorrow

    • @jeffking4176
      @jeffking4176 5 років тому +8

      Ava Carson
      I remember when it was actually a TRAIN station ❗️
      📻😁

    • @ivantonkikh1077
      @ivantonkikh1077 5 років тому

      Soon a new soccer stadium

    • @brethompson7223
      @brethompson7223 5 років тому +1

      Yes the Ferris Wheel I went to for my birthday!

    • @samtheram13
      @samtheram13 4 роки тому

      Also hosted the all star fan fair

  • @johncconnolly1
    @johncconnolly1 4 роки тому +77

    With all the negative publicity St. Louis typically gets, this is a breath of fresh air. I am a lifelong STL resident, and yes, we have our faults, but I have always, and continue to love it here. This video was very well done, and it highlighted a bunch of good stuff that is all St. Louis. Yet, it did make me feel a bit guilty, as I rarely go to the places he recommends, and sadly, there are a couple places that I have never been to! Here are a couple of other STL perks: We have a low cost of living, we are centrally located in the US, we have 4 distinct seasons (usually), the arts are great, and we usually get all the big concerts. Three last points about Forest Park: 1) It was the site of the 1904 World's Fair, 2) It is substantially larger than Central Park in NYC, and 3) It is home to The Muny, the largest outdoor theater in the country, where Broadway-type shows are shown every summer in front of an audience of 9 thousand or so patrons, each show lasting a week, all outdoors.

    • @Vickiak03
      @Vickiak03 Рік тому +1

      You’re so right on all counts! Forest Park is 1300 acres, 500 acres larger than Central Park. I wish he would have mentioned The Missouri History Museum, also free, but completely so. NO charge for any exhibit and there’s a great kids exhibit, too.

    • @SomethingSomethingg
      @SomethingSomethingg Рік тому

      Yeah you have a low cost of living cuz nobody wants to live there lol😅

    • @johncconnolly1
      @johncconnolly1 Рік тому +1

      Okay, hopefully, that includes you too.

  • @dnaklsdk23
    @dnaklsdk23 4 роки тому +107

    1. Gateway Arch 0:30
    2. City Museum 1:08
    3. Budweiser Brewery Tour 1:52
    4. Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis 2:35
    5. St. Louis Zoo 3:12
    6. St. Louis Science Center 3:41
    7. St. Louis Art Museum 4:12
    8. Missouri Botanical Garden 4:41
    9. Delmar Loop 5:10
    10. St. Louis County Courthouse 5:48
    11. Grant's Farm 6:24
    12. Union Station 7:19
    13. Soulard Farmer's Market 7:54
    14. Gateway Gyser 8:29
    15. Chain of Rocks Bridge 9:16
    16. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site 9:56
    17. Crown Candy Kitchen 10:49
    18. Ted Drewes 11:15
    19. Imo's Pizza 11:50
    20. St. Louis Style BBQ 12:15
    21. Gooey Butter Cake 11:52

  • @Sigkeeper1
    @Sigkeeper1 4 роки тому +8

    I grew up in St. Louis decades ago. Currently living in Central Florida, I was last there in 2018 for a high school reunion. Flying into Lambert Airport, I was met by a dear friend who let me stay in he and his wife's place and while staying with him in West St. Louis county, we toured much of the city and county which brought back memories. I later stayed with another friend who , likewise, let me stay with him for a few days too. Similarly we toured the old neighborhoods ( now with some degree of caution ) which have radically changed. With this guy we toured the brewery, had a bunch of great foods. On my way back to Florida I was back at the airport and my last great meal was at the Pasta House which rivals most places here. Had I had time, we would have gone to a restaurant on The Hill, which features Italian restaurants that are 3rd and 4th generation places that have noteworthy food from the time when Italian people immigrated from the old country to St. Louis.

  • @jasonutty52
    @jasonutty52 5 років тому +440

    You cannot talk about St Louis without mentioning toasted ravioli my man! Regardless, fantastic video displaying my home city.

    • @garysolorzano3216
      @garysolorzano3216 5 років тому +9

      He probably didn't know it existed lol... but it's the go to appetizer above all at Imo's pizza! Don't know what crazy toppings were on that one shown here, but next time try it with sausage and mushrooms, and maybe extra PROVEL cheese, which is what they use there. mmmmm.
      Overall a superb video. Also a Cardinals game in the summer or Stanley Cup champion STL Blues game in fall or winter are can't miss stops! Beats Cahokia Mounds by 15 miles! Lol

    • @floopyc1428
      @floopyc1428 5 років тому +2

      Where's the best place in St. Louis to get the toasted ravioli & gooey butter cake?

    • @holysandpennny4512
      @holysandpennny4512 5 років тому

      True I was by the arch when this was filmed but love at St Louis and live there

    • @amille31
      @amille31 5 років тому +1

      they have done tons of videos in places like California and elsewhere. No offense but these are very small tidbits that only locals know.

    • @diddlez2
      @diddlez2 5 років тому +7

      st. louis is junk. I would know i live here.

  • @nickbendana6809
    @nickbendana6809 5 років тому +877

    Who else is from STL and watching this

  • @James-rg1pp
    @James-rg1pp 5 років тому +60

    I’m a student at Saint Louis University and I had no idea about some of these places! Time to plan a weekend out!

    • @HelloHello-li5ng
      @HelloHello-li5ng 5 років тому +1

      Holden Strickland 1 how did you not know 2 have you seen king of the hill there is a caricature who’s last name is Strickland 3 STL is a very dangerous city I don’t recommend so be careful I live here I know

    • @timothyrutherford1120
      @timothyrutherford1120 5 років тому

      😲

    • @diddlez2
      @diddlez2 5 років тому +1

      you would probably find a better place to go to school

    • @franzv3035
      @franzv3035 4 роки тому +1

      newagetojo Only most of north St. Louis and parts of downtown is dangerous

  • @jennyhammond9261
    @jennyhammond9261 5 років тому +68

    I have no idea why I clicked on a travel video of my own city, but I learned a couple things, surprisingly.

  • @jsoo67
    @jsoo67 5 років тому +85

    I know it's not a thing to do in St Louis, but Missouri has a lot beautiful rivers to go floating on.

    • @omegaman9992
      @omegaman9992 3 роки тому

      Yeah they are awesome

    • @jeffwebb2966
      @jeffwebb2966 Рік тому

      Absolutely! I made it a mission to kyack all of the rivers in the Ozarks when I was in my 20's and they are so beautiful and the natural springs too. I have certainly been on my share of party float trips but if you see them while you are by yourself during the week it is so peaceful and nice.

    • @jeffwebb2966
      @jeffwebb2966 Рік тому

      Oh it's a thing for STL people too.

    • @greensmurf221
      @greensmurf221 Рік тому +1

      Floating is the best! My dog and I go on the Meramec quite often :D

  • @appletelly5081
    @appletelly5081 5 років тому +82

    It’s worth mentioning that it’s easy to find free parking for all of the free attractions in Forest Park

    • @MMKYT1
      @MMKYT1 5 років тому +1

      Apple Telly there we go 🤞🏽

    • @Justin-ox2xn
      @Justin-ox2xn 5 років тому

      Apple Telly parking anywhere in the Lou is free after 6! As all the meters are solar powered.

    • @ShadowsEdge785
      @ShadowsEdge785 5 років тому

      @@monoXcide01 Not necessarily. I can usually find Free Parking on Lagoon, just off Skinker, near The Cascades. It can be a bit of a walk, true. But on a nice summer day its just fine. And during Spring/Fall, the road near the Zoo is usually easy to get parking on. Once again, It can be a little bit of a walk, but not much. Also depends on what day on the week. Weekends are harder.

    • @appletelly5081
      @appletelly5081 4 роки тому +1

      @newagetojo I'm in Forest Park all the time, and I've never had my vehicle broken into and I've never seen a vehicle that was broken into.

    • @scottg9855
      @scottg9855 2 роки тому

      Just depends on far you are willing to walk, lol! It can be found, usually just nit near where you want to go.

  • @stephenmartin9393
    @stephenmartin9393 2 роки тому +19

    As a native of St. Louis I watched this video and can relate to all the recommendations made. The last time I was in St. Louis in 2018 for my 50th high school reunion. The brewery, the zoo, Ted Drewes, the arch are all memorable places. St. Louis has a vast number of good Italian restaurants on The Hill. The Art museum is great and I remember as a kid snow sledding down Art Hill. I have lived in Central Florida since 1983 and still miss my hometown and all that it has to offer

  • @gmitchell91
    @gmitchell91 5 років тому +122

    I've said for a long time that St. Louis is one of the most underrated cities that there is. There's SO much to see and do - many for free. I seriously love St. Louis. I'll always consider the area my second home.

    • @Ammaliare_Ashyla
      @Ammaliare_Ashyla 4 роки тому +5

      Grant Mitchell this is my favorite comment considering that you call my home city your 2nd home. Yeah it’s my favorite

    • @bradderousse3440
      @bradderousse3440 4 роки тому +5

      I've lived here my whole life, and I agree with you. It's such a great city with so many things to do and such great architecture. It sadly gets overlooked by crime.

    • @austenklein8004
      @austenklein8004 4 роки тому +1

      @Nice One What are your sources for this? I read a lot about my city too, even though I've moved away. Particularly music history here is famous - I was in a painter's house in Kyoto, she asked me where I was from, and immediately wanted to talk about the blues...Anyways, I don't believe having missed out on historic opportunities to grow to the likes of Chicago or NY would have made the city great. Sure, they're huge but are also saddled with many problems.
      The site which Saint Louis sits on is ancient. As long as there are rivers and civilizations, the city will always be there.

    • @austenklein8004
      @austenklein8004 4 роки тому

      ​@Nice One Thanks for the links.
      I myself live in one of those big cities.
      Personally I don't care about St. Louis' popularity or not, and it doesn't determine the great cities.The river is it's most defining characteristic, and I would rather see it become a symbol of nature than urban-industrial power.
      The desire to become a great city has brought much trouble.

    • @navyseal1689
      @navyseal1689 2 роки тому +2

      The city with the most killings!!!!

  • @michaelanderson2106
    @michaelanderson2106 5 років тому +126

    Good picks! And there's so much more: get cheesecake at Hank's, eat at Twisted Ranch, and eat Italian in the Hill neighborhood. Gotta have the official appetizer of STL - toasted ravioli.
    If you have kids the magic house and museum of transportation are also awesome stops. See a show at the gorgeous Fox theatre and of course a Cardinals or Blues game is always awesome.
    Anyways, great video as always. Keep em coming.

    • @ThroughMyLens
      @ThroughMyLens  5 років тому +9

      Dang, thanks for all of these great recommendations. Now I need to go back!

    • @willow_song2596
      @willow_song2596 5 років тому +7

      I just discovered The Hill and I love the Hill!

    • @JustoFNG
      @JustoFNG 5 років тому +1

      Willow _Song I live in the Hill and we would love your business! Come try some food 🙂

    • @livlentz4054
      @livlentz4054 5 років тому +1

      Missouri bakery on the hill is a must !

    • @jasonutty52
      @jasonutty52 5 років тому +2

      Ah the magic house

  • @robertolinger683
    @robertolinger683 5 років тому +54

    Everyone is talking about toasted ravioli. I will have to try it when I move there next year.

  • @jacobbush8330
    @jacobbush8330 5 років тому +86

    Next time definitely look up the Fox Theater Tour in Saturday’s! One of the few Fox Theaters in the country and it will blow your mind

  • @firedrake1713
    @firedrake1713 5 років тому +82

    Such an underrated city for both attractions and living.

    • @CJColvin
      @CJColvin 5 років тому +8

      I know it's all because of the crime and homicides.

    • @diddlez2
      @diddlez2 5 років тому +5

      junk city

    • @keirabray5544
      @keirabray5544 5 років тому +5

      Firedrake umm excuse me I’m from st.louis and u do not know what ur talking about

    • @Babyboythaboss
      @Babyboythaboss 5 років тому +7

      I love it that my city is my best kept city ya can have Miami new York LA Texas and etc All I need it's STL.

    • @ladydubhblossom
      @ladydubhblossom 4 роки тому

      @@CJColvin its like that in all inner cities though, its pretty normal for extra crime because inner cities are where a lot of people work and travel too.

  • @scarcovy2607
    @scarcovy2607 4 роки тому +27

    The Botanical Gardens also has a HUGE Japanese festival in August/September I recommend.

  • @csigilgrissom007
    @csigilgrissom007 5 років тому +76

    Hello from France! I gone in Saint-Louis with a friend in 2015. We did the Gateway Arch and the Budweiser tour. It was very cool!
    Your video was very nice and makes me want to come back!

    • @ThroughMyLens
      @ThroughMyLens  5 років тому +4

      So awesome, those are two of the best spots for sure!

    • @taroman7100
      @taroman7100 5 років тому +2

      Yes. Once had a special place for Anheuser but they sold out to a European consortium so how is that home brew.

    • @painkillerjones6232
      @painkillerjones6232 5 років тому +4

      Come armed

    • @nativetexanful
      @nativetexanful 4 роки тому +3

      So many foreign visitors just go to New York, Chicago, Miami, or Los Angeles when they visit the States. I'm glad you came to St. Louis and saw a "real" American city. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

    • @nativetexanful
      @nativetexanful 4 роки тому

      @may day Good advice!

  • @kaylasnow8686
    @kaylasnow8686 5 років тому +51

    Another good stop is downtown st. Charles especially at Christmas time.

    • @lawnman3638
      @lawnman3638 5 років тому +2

      St Charles County is so vanilla. There is nothing to do out here.

    • @painkillerjones6232
      @painkillerjones6232 5 років тому +5

      @@lawnman3638 You mean you can't rob the place blind as easily as St. Louis.....

    • @seaglassbay
      @seaglassbay 5 років тому +2

      Kayla snow Yas girll

    • @chauntebarnett4088
      @chauntebarnett4088 5 років тому

      Yes! I fully agree!

    • @dwaki3822
      @dwaki3822 5 років тому

      Lawn Man boi yes there is it’s awesome if you live here

  • @lindseybenham8099
    @lindseybenham8099 5 років тому +17

    Forest Park is our treasure. It's an incredible place with so much to do, and there are always fun events. If you ever come back in the summer, make sure to see a show at the Muny!!

  • @stevenhardy6842
    @stevenhardy6842 5 років тому +67

    I was really excited to find you went to St. Louis. I love visiting St. Louis for its beautiful, historic neighborhoods, arts, & dining. My favorite neighborhood is the Central West End. Glad you visited the St. Louis Art Museum and City Museum. As a Californian, I enjoy cities that offer an alternative from home with a unique look & vibe. St. Louis is unique & a red brick beast.

    • @ThroughMyLens
      @ThroughMyLens  5 років тому +3

      Thanks for the comment! Yea, I had no idea what to expect when I went but I really loved getting to know the city. There is so much history there and it is a cool spot to explore!

    • @taroman7100
      @taroman7100 5 років тому +2

      Yah where you can find them. People trying to enjoy the zoo came out to find there car windows smashed by the gross. BUT we must be politically correct.

    • @veot.2869
      @veot.2869 4 роки тому

      @may day Not true. Every place and every city has drawbacks. I lived in the Central West End and I personally experienced one situation. I lived on the North side and there were happenings every day. You can't blanket every area that way.

    • @maryhanlen8617
      @maryhanlen8617 3 роки тому

      I grew up in Kirkwood, St. Louis and studied Highschool at Rosati Kain, all girl Roman Catholic on Lindel...St. Louis City...increíble, and the first Integrated school in the City, receiving young woman from all over St. Louis.....lovely Central West End just down the street for us to stroll....I really appreciate your comments on the History, Arts and Dining... really a treasure... and now living in the Southern Baja Californian Peninsula...very enriching upbringing to combine here with Mexico and my daughters. ☘️💫

  • @tyrael280
    @tyrael280 4 роки тому +12

    I liked very much visiting St Louis. Also It is mandatory to attend a Cardinals ball game at Bush stadium. Amazing crowd and great venue. Union station is a also a nice place

  • @SteveLeicht1
    @SteveLeicht1 5 років тому +38

    Been living in St. Louis for 43 years. Love it here. Obviously I want to thank you for a positive intro. to the city. Could add many more to list of course, so ask around when you're here...St. Louis people are really nice. Thanks!

    • @taxicab1365
      @taxicab1365 5 років тому

      steve-o l
      How do you rate Hodas Restaurant. I spent about four years visiting family in STL. I love their BBQ and there approach to sales. They cook their BBQ early and when they run out that’s it they close shop. Being from the East when you run out you cook more. You have a great 👍 city. My family member move and I will probably never get to see your great 👍 city. Fortunately I visited all the sites listed.

    • @Healthycooking-gl8oj
      @Healthycooking-gl8oj 4 роки тому

      steve-o l 1901 Chouteau Ave
      Saint Louis, MO 63103
      United States. Do u know this place is a safe place?
      We planning to move

    • @AN-vs5pb
      @AN-vs5pb 4 роки тому +1

      @@Healthycooking-gl8oj yeah it's pretty safe, just be aware of your surroundings at night time. Also never go into East St Louis that are is NOT safe.

  • @kammore6209
    @kammore6209 4 роки тому +5

    St. Louis seems underrated. Can’t wait to visit

  • @lindafukuyu5767
    @lindafukuyu5767 Рік тому +2

    Thank You so much for the recommendation. I just moved here from CA and I can’t wait exploring this fine city.

  • @Jackpotter11
    @Jackpotter11 5 років тому +14

    I’ve lived in Saint Louis my entire life and Forest Park is absolutely my favorite place in the city. Regardless of whether or not you go to the attractions, simply having a picnic or hanging a hammock in the park is so picturesque and relaxing :))

  • @Tommy-pv1vh
    @Tommy-pv1vh 5 років тому +137

    As a st Louis local i am offended that you didn't mention the toasted ravioli

    • @BiancaMH
      @BiancaMH 5 років тому +6

      Because toasted ravioli isn't something to do SMH

    • @amandabarnes2620
      @amandabarnes2620 5 років тому +1

      Bianca H and it sucks

    • @seabasso6849
      @seabasso6849 5 років тому +6

      Amanda Barnes 😳

    • @lygophilia4127
      @lygophilia4127 5 років тому +2

      @@BiancaMH Uh, yeah, you go eat it. Just like gooey butter cake, Imo's pizza, and all the BBQ places mentioned.

    • @brethompson7223
      @brethompson7223 4 роки тому

      Amanda Barnes how about you try it and see if you change your mind

  • @vmmusa1234
    @vmmusa1234 5 років тому +10

    With all the negative press on STL I'm glad you enjoyed it. I have lived here for 40 years and love it. Great place and so much to do at great prices.

  • @tantraman93
    @tantraman93 4 роки тому +7

    "St. Louis Style" BBQ is a favorite all over eastern Missouri. I'm from New Madrid MO. Growing up (1970's-1980's) beef and pork were almost always dry rubbed then grilled while chicken was always grilled with wet sauce on it (re-applied several times while grilling).

  • @jsainz706
    @jsainz706 2 роки тому +4

    Can honestly say, I took my children to city museum many times when I lived in St. Louis. It is just as fun for adults. I was about 30 last time I went and I climbed and crawled through EVERYTHING.

  • @steveconn
    @steveconn 2 роки тому +5

    An amazing town, so much to do. You'll never regret it.

  • @bmrivest
    @bmrivest 3 роки тому +10

    Great video! My wife and I are headed there tomorrow for 3 or 4 days so I thought I'd do some research. You guys made it easy! We're getting excited.

    • @kw6724
      @kw6724 3 роки тому +1

      How did you guys like it and what all did you do?! I’ve lived here all my life (currently 33), though I plan to move out of state some day ☺️

    • @RobertAllenroballen2
      @RobertAllenroballen2 5 місяців тому

      My wife and I are having a great time. We are traveling route 66. Big fun. St. Louis is fantastic.

  • @amandajimenez6753
    @amandajimenez6753 11 місяців тому +1

    I got to live in St. Louis from January to April in 2023 and I’m so glad I got to experience it. St. Louis is such a wonderful city and I went to almost every place listed here with my kids. I think what well miss the most is city Museum. Soo much fun for kids AND adults.

  • @diyabhatnagar3515
    @diyabhatnagar3515 5 років тому +92

    that moment when you’ve lived in STL for over 9 years and you still haven’t been to most of these places

    • @HaveSabr114
      @HaveSabr114 5 років тому +4

      I’ve lived there for 14 years and have only been to about half of them

    • @jeffking4176
      @jeffking4176 5 років тому +2

      Diya Bhatnagar
      I was born and raised there.( some 23 years).
      It took me most of that time to see it all) was worth seeing everything ❗️
      📻🙂

    • @abbystouffer
      @abbystouffer 5 років тому +2

      Ikr I didn’t even know most of these existed and I was born here

    • @Healthycooking-gl8oj
      @Healthycooking-gl8oj 4 роки тому

      Hi I want to know neighbor hood of this place1901 Chouteau Ave
      Saint Louis, MO 63103
      United States
      Ameren electric company
      My son got a job offer from this company. Because of the mixed reviews of st Luis am little bit worried. Pls reply if u know 🙏

    • @diyabhatnagar3515
      @diyabhatnagar3515 4 роки тому +1

      please watch St. Louis is a great place with so much to see, and it’s honestly not as bad as a lot of people say. It’s very safe and there’s really nothing to worry about. If your son really wants to come work here, then he should come.

  • @helko3192
    @helko3192 5 років тому +14

    I did the arch and the city museum it was one of my favorite place’s ever

  • @lstours
    @lstours 3 роки тому +3

    St Louis has so many things to do and experience that have little to $0 cost. I love bringing groups to the city to explore!

  • @lynntaylor7513
    @lynntaylor7513 3 роки тому +2

    Much LOVE for the Lou! Much LOVE!

  • @jeremybratton3429
    @jeremybratton3429 4 роки тому +20

    I live in st Loui but the weather is bipolar 😂 one day it was sunny and fifty degrees the next day it was snowing at three degrees (in the winter)

    • @teyia6190
      @teyia6190 4 роки тому

      That's mid-west weather

    • @inconnu4961
      @inconnu4961 3 роки тому

      Are the people bi-polar too?

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 2 роки тому +1

      @@inconnu4961 Har de haar. Seriously, they are really nice overall, lived there for 10 years.

  • @cynthiagarza6069
    @cynthiagarza6069 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks I'll sure visit your St. Louis when I retired. So lovely town.

  • @kevinmcclain5921
    @kevinmcclain5921 3 роки тому +6

    As a St Louis native let me say great job on this video! I watch a lot of them that have incorrect info, wrong pics of different cities. This one hit the nail right on the head. Plus, it reminded me of some things I haven't done in a while or forgot to do. I did see the comment below - The Muny is amazing and it's the largest outdoor theater in one of the biggest city parks (as you mentioned). Also look at Main Street St Charles next time you come into town - historical, lots of shops and a huge variety of restaurants/bars - although technically not in "St Louis". Thanks for promoting our city as well as you did.

  • @janetprice85
    @janetprice85 2 роки тому +1

    I went up in the Arch during a family reunion. Very cool.

  • @andrewmissey5599
    @andrewmissey5599 5 років тому +4

    Legend has it the Gooy butter cake was a accident invntion by a baker from a local St. Louis grocery store chain. Also if you do a update to the video don't forget to mention that Forest park has buildings still standing from the 1904 world's fair. One last thing if you can, make friends with some locals and ask them about pork steaks. A grilled pork steak with Busch beer is the best bbq you'll ever have! Oh and toasted ravioli! Awesome video!

  • @venkateshs9689
    @venkateshs9689 4 роки тому +2

    Awesome ! I spent 2 months in St.Louis, spent days at the Gateway Arch, St.Louis Zoo, Forest Park, Art Museum, Grant’s Farm, Delmar Loop... and yet never knew about all the other wonderful places shown here !! You are the Best thing to happen to St.Louis !!! Here I come again... (Thomas Jefferson Museum of Westward Expansion below the Gateway Arch did not make it to your list ? And the Cruise on the Mississippi River...)

  • @ShanieeMonae314
    @ShanieeMonae314 5 років тому +9

    Hometown!! Our new Ferris wheel is sooooo dope at our Union Station-it’s about 5 mins if that from the arch.

  • @jenstn11
    @jenstn11 2 роки тому +1

    I’m happy you made this video. I’ve been watching your videos since I lived in Missouri, moved to California in 2019 and had no idea some of the things on this list existed. Makes me miss home!

  • @Chris-pr8jv
    @Chris-pr8jv 5 років тому +5

    i’ve lived in stl for 19 years and still haven’t hit half these spots for some reason, thanks for bringing them to my attention :)

  • @amalik_333
    @amalik_333 3 роки тому +2

    I DEFINTELY will be taking a trip here this year! Thanks for the Awesome video guys!!!

  • @Jeannified
    @Jeannified 2 роки тому +3

    I went to most of these awesome places years ago with my son and my mom. We LOVED St. Louis! One of my favorite American cities! (I live in San Diego.). Our favorite things were The City Museum snd Grants Farm, even though EVERYTHING we did was GREAT! We also stayed at the Union Station hotel. So nice! St. Louis is a world class city!

  • @beatrixbrennan1545
    @beatrixbrennan1545 2 роки тому +2

    I'm moving there in the fall. I can't wait to explore these sites, many historical which adds to the appeal. Great video!

  • @CampTravelExplore
    @CampTravelExplore 5 років тому +6

    Well done Through My Lens! Excellent stops, love the narration Josh! Would it be worth adding a bonus showing places you enjoyed staying? You guys inspire us to keep getting better with our videos!

  • @racsito39
    @racsito39 3 роки тому +2

    I might visit St Louis soon, and this video was helpful to build my guide.

  • @jasonvoigt
    @jasonvoigt 5 років тому +20

    Great video of my city! I would add the World Chess Museum and Hall of Fame (also the world's largest Chess piece is there), Lacledes Landing, the National Blues Museum, and the Scott Joplin House. I agree that Salt and Smoke has the best BBQ, while the others are as great as they can be. Other local foods include toasted ravioli and pig snoots (at Smoki O's). Imos rocks as always as far as pizza, but some other great places for St Louis style pizza include Frank and Helen's, Erio's and Pirrone's. Again, awesome video

  • @dominikjerzak6094
    @dominikjerzak6094 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for recommending Sugarfire and pizza, food is amazing !

  • @Dilberto88
    @Dilberto88 3 роки тому +4

    Man, St. Louis has changed dramatically, since I was there in May, 1999. Back then - it was a Ghost Town, full of abandoned buildings and ghetto(North St. Louis). I had no idea all this existed.... but then again the Internet was nowhere as big back in 1999. Now, I wanna return!

    • @somethingorother9263
      @somethingorother9263 Рік тому

      It's still pretty rough in st louis. These are just tourist sites. Just in the last month there were three pew pew incidents just a block away from Forest Park. Stay near the tourist sites, and don't believe anyone trying to get change for a bus to see aging grandma. They're just addicts looking for a fix.

  • @shadowfilm7980
    @shadowfilm7980 Рік тому

    Wow! So great to see this. I was born and raised in St. Louis. I now live in Los Angeles. St. Louis is a great small city. Down to earth people. Friendly. I am SO glad you showed Ted Drewes! Great frozen custard. So many times I went there as a kid/teenager and an adult. I would usually get their CONCRETE. It’s a super solid frozen custard shake that is so thick you can turn it upside down and nothing would fall out. SO good. I got the chocolate one. Also, it’s good you showed the Arch and all the areas around it. One area you missed was The Central West End. Near the Chase Park Plaza hotel. It’s really cool around there. Cobble stone streets etc. Some great restaurants too. Love that area. One of my favorites. SO glad you did this video. To help show the city. St. Louis is a good place too to raise kids. Not as crazy as where I am now, Los Angeles. Miss St. Louis. Will hopefully go back soon.

  • @willow_song2596
    @willow_song2596 5 років тому +4

    I'm really happy you included some Metro East love in there too! Be sure to check when different fairs/festivals happen whichever season you visit- there's sure to be something happenin' on either side of the river! I hope to hit up St. Charles during the Christmas season!

    • @taroman7100
      @taroman7100 5 років тому +1

      NO NO NO not metro east.

  • @DRush76
    @DRush76 4 роки тому +1

    My sister and I went to St. Louis last fall to visit some relatives. We had visited the Gateway Arch. We also toured the museum underneath it.

  • @jackson5116
    @jackson5116 5 років тому +13

    9:56 that's between Collinsville, IL and Fairmont City, IL. It's not bad, but do NOT visit the area at night!!

    • @Healthycooking-gl8oj
      @Healthycooking-gl8oj 4 роки тому

      Jack Son 1901 Chouteau Ave
      Saint Louis, MO 63103
      Ameren electric company head office
      Do u know how is this place?

    • @veot.2869
      @veot.2869 4 роки тому

      @may day I've ridden the Metrolink every day since it was constructed more than 30 years ago. What about it??

    • @jestershouse
      @jestershouse 4 роки тому

      To live or work?

    • @missingmeantweets3266
      @missingmeantweets3266 4 роки тому +1

      @@jestershouse I work over there, but I would never live over there. I don't even stop at the stop signs unless I'm close 2 the school. Seriously. Keep the doors locked

    • @evablaylock2634
      @evablaylock2634 4 роки тому +1

      may day metro link is ok as long as you bring some pepper spray or mace especially at night

  • @JanMackulak
    @JanMackulak 5 років тому +1

    I grew up in Ferguson, Mo in the late 1950s-60s-70s...this brought tears to my eyes. Sooooo many good places to see and experience and I loved everyone’s add in comments like toasted ravioli and The Muny! I worked as a teenager as a cashier on the Admiral down by the foot of the Arch in the Disco Era and had a blast on that city block long ship day and night! Thank you so much for this vid of my childhood city! ❤️

  • @onurgerlek1211
    @onurgerlek1211 4 роки тому +13

    I can really feel the smell of real American culture. This city seems so historical that its cultural atmosphere still not be ruined yet. Of course NYC is most iconic city of U.S.A, but I think St. Louis is most - oldschool American city for sure. I've never been to neither St.Louis nor any city of U.S.A, but I would like to go St. Louis on my first visit .

  • @s.stewart2786
    @s.stewart2786 2 роки тому +1

    Never been to St Louis, but going in a couple weeks, this guide is awesome. No more planning needed :)

  • @randomvspro
    @randomvspro 2 роки тому +3

    Just visited the city on Labor Day weekend. I have been there couple of times before but not like this time, got to explore more and enjoy the night life. Love the city. Was skeptical going out at night or exploring the city because of the reputation the city has gotten due to crime rates it but boy I am so glad I did visit and explored. Was just for 3 days and will definitely go back sometime soon! highly UNDERRATED CITY!!!

  • @sarahp.4340
    @sarahp.4340 3 роки тому +2

    I never comment on your videos and have watched several so far, but man...you guys always blow me away with your recommendations and thorough research. Thanks so much for these vids! Keep em' coming! Oh, and you guys have to come to Colorado!!

    • @ThroughMyLens
      @ThroughMyLens  3 роки тому

      Thanks for commenting and so glad you like the videos! Colorado is on the list for sure!

  • @josephatnip2398
    @josephatnip2398 3 роки тому +4

    Fun fact about the chain of rocks bridge when they filmed the movie escape from New York it was actually filmed in St Louis in several locations in North City Union station and the famous bridge scene where they're leaving the island of Manhattan was actually the chain of rocks bridge

  • @theboguesandthensome3975
    @theboguesandthensome3975 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing! Hoping to go to St. Louis this summer!

  • @sandimalssd
    @sandimalssd 5 років тому +5

    Feels good to know others enjoy my hometown as much as I do! Next time, definitely go to the fox theatre and the many in the summer! I haven't finished the video, but art hill in the winter is awesome for sledding and the symphony hall is awesome, and the movie accompaniments are breathtaking (and ear I guess haha)

    • @randomvspro
      @randomvspro 2 роки тому

      Noted down for my next visit. Was there just last Labor Day weekend :). Love the city and everything it has to offer.

  • @marie13son71
    @marie13son71 4 роки тому +1

    ive been to the arch and the city museum.. its fun in st louis

  • @brookiecottontale4670
    @brookiecottontale4670 5 років тому +3

    Thanks for exploring my city in a positive way! Visit The Hill and dive into the toasted ravioli! And dont forget our Stanley Cup winner LGB!

  • @blossom114
    @blossom114 5 років тому +2

    Appreciate this video, and looking at other comments, yes. You need to try toasted ravioli and visit The Hill! The Mall of America (in MInnesota) actually has an Italian restaurant that serves its own brand of toasted ravioli. Pieces are larger and filled with cheese (where as St. Louis is MOSTLY meat flavored), but they're toasted and served like St. Louis.... with a side of Marinara sauce. I currently live in Dogtown which is the Irish neighborhood. (actually comprised of two actual neighborhoods but still referred to as Dogtown). It's right down Hampton (hello Imo's picture) from The hill, and across the highway from the zoo and home of Turtle Park. Downtown St. Louis and nearby Cottleville have their own St. Patrick's Day parade, but Dogtown's is always held on St. Patrick's day (the others are always on the weekend) and has more of that Irish small town feel. TONS of beads are thrown out! St. Louis also has a huge Mardi Gras celebration in Soulard, and while I think of it, the Hill was home to Yogi Berra and where he grew up. (across the street from the other baseball player, Joe Garagiola.). When Berra died a few years ago, there were lots of people (including myself) and a news station that went by his childhood home. Still lots of things to cross off your list if you come back. Summer time? The Muny!! St Patrick's day? Dogtown! Mardi Gras? Soulard! And now the ferris wheel has opened up at Union Station, which I will get around to visiting one of these days . Looking forward to the aquarium.
    I fully appreciate Cahokia Mounds being on the list!!!!

  • @andrewwasson5800
    @andrewwasson5800 5 років тому +15

    Love living in this city!

  • @conniebarbey
    @conniebarbey Рік тому

    Born and raised in St. Louis you mentioned all my favorites. thank you!

  • @oliversch7271
    @oliversch7271 5 років тому +5

    Wow Josh and Amy that was a great video I really like this one a lot I have never traveled the United States and I so badly want to thank you for sharing your great experience

    • @ThroughMyLens
      @ThroughMyLens  5 років тому +1

      No problem, thanks so much for watching the video and leaving a comment!

  • @bradderousse3440
    @bradderousse3440 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for visiting and covering my home city. I love it. You covered many of my favorite places to go and hang out. We also have a great coffee scene. My favorite is on one of the places you covered; the Delmar Loop. It is called Blueprint Coffee. A great coffee shop that offers fantastic pour overs and has a great food menu. Just a great atmosphere there. One of my favorite places to just chill out on a lazy weekend day is Creve Coeur Lake out in St. Louis County. A great place to have a picnic or to people watch while taking a walk or bike ride on the scenic bike trails around the lake.

  • @fadingcalypso5408
    @fadingcalypso5408 5 років тому +14

    Glad you enjoyed the city! Definitely amazing! I recommend also checking out Cherokee Street and the Central West End. Also the Grove is amazing! There’s always somewhere to go visit here!

  • @queenneferjennie5036
    @queenneferjennie5036 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for planning my whole trip for me

  • @toshibavoodoo
    @toshibavoodoo 5 років тому +30

    LOVE IT!! Never had any idea why I would want to go to St Louis, now I do!!

    • @ThroughMyLens
      @ThroughMyLens  5 років тому +5

      haha, I was actually really surprised by how much I enjoyed visiting St Louis!

    • @taroman7100
      @taroman7100 5 років тому +4

      Just dont get caught off street downtown at night or day and dont go to anything in North County.

    • @allen123636
      @allen123636 5 років тому +4

      Just avoid north city and east st.louis and you'll have a good time

    • @stacywest-bruce5450
      @stacywest-bruce5450 5 років тому +12

      Just avoid Joanie and Allen and you'll be ok

    • @allen123636
      @allen123636 5 років тому +2

      @@stacywest-bruce5450 What a disgusting attitude you have, go get a hobby you sewer rat

  • @richardlee8546
    @richardlee8546 4 роки тому +1

    I just wanna say this video worths more likes and subs. It's informative, has great camera shots, rich narrative, and is compiled into a proper length. UA-cam algorithm should recommend it to more people.

  • @jeffking4176
    @jeffking4176 5 років тому +3

    It’s amazing. I grew up in St.Louis, not too far from Forest Park. For some 23years it was my home. Considered one of the most dangerous cities, and yet, tons of things to do all over the area.
    I live in Jacksonville Florida now. Huge city, and very little to do.
    Some sports, ( Like the Jaguars 🤣), And an expensive zoo. Not much else. Must go to St.Augustine for anything else.😐
    At times, I do miss St.Louis, U.City....
    Good video.
    Nice to see something positive about it for a change.
    📻🙂

    • @povertyspec9651
      @povertyspec9651 2 роки тому

      Florida has 100x more attractions than Missouri does, smooth roads, beach, no snow, hotter chicks by far....

    • @mozark.hiker_
      @mozark.hiker_ 2 роки тому

      …unaffordable cost of living, scorching hot summers, lots of crime, hurricanes, sinkholes. Just to make a few.

  • @jspurgeon80
    @jspurgeon80 5 років тому +1

    I'll have to add in the history museum, the Muny, the Fox Theatre, City Garden, and the St. Louis Symphony (second oldest in the country)... along with eating Italian food on The Hill.

  • @Parmesana
    @Parmesana 5 років тому +8

    this is the BEST see St Louis video that I have seen. yeah...toasted ravioli is a big thing here. I love the zoo..80+acres of animals run by Dr Jeffrey Bonner and is 2nd only to San Diego zoo. They have many programs to regenerate numbers of species, and study of how we can help. St Louis is also home to Washington University and St Louis University among other universities of faith.

  • @firelightning5018
    @firelightning5018 2 роки тому +1

    You forgot to mention the car museum which also has trains and it's awesome. And the Castlewood state park is must if you like hiking and beautiful nature views.

  • @Dorkydrawstudios
    @Dorkydrawstudios 5 років тому +6

    Also for the city museum, there is a 9 story slide from the roof down into the caves! I grew up in STL and I miss it with all my heart!

    • @Charmaine9
      @Charmaine9 5 років тому

      Its a lot of fun. The shoes that were manufactured there used to go down that slide! Lol

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 2 роки тому

      I lived there from 1995 to 2006. Please consider this a computer hug. (You not the computer.)

  • @BrentsBistro
    @BrentsBistro 3 роки тому +1

    We went to Pharaoh’s Donuts. So good!

  • @joemckim1183
    @joemckim1183 5 років тому +5

    Going to Busch Stadium for a Cardinals game is something you should do also while in town.

  • @laurierardin4438
    @laurierardin4438 Рік тому

    From stl moved away on my way back can't wait. So much to do and alot of free things to do

  • @rainyao6827
    @rainyao6827 5 років тому +7

    Why not include Washington University in St. Louis? It’s such a beautiful campus and well respected institution!

    • @larrylyn210
      @larrylyn210 2 роки тому

      What? It’s not an attraction, its a school. You can drive past it and get enough. It looks like a copy of northwestern.

  • @jonathantitus2629
    @jonathantitus2629 Рік тому

    I am just now working my way through your videos, so take my recommendations with a grain of salt--you may have already done these cities and I just have yet to see your videos on them...Here are some of my favorites and ones I expect to one day return to from east to west how about: NYC, Philly, Baltimore, DC, Orlando, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Cincy, Louisville, Detroit, Indy, Kansas City, San Antonio, Tucson, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Honolulu.
    Having been to St. Louis a number of times I must say this is a great list. We too love the free stuff in Forest Park, the Arch, the brewery--even though we don't drink, we are fascinated by industry tours and history, Grants Farm, etc...
    Keep up the good work. As world travelers we are always on the lookout for new ideas or just enjoy seeing how others view places we like.

  • @jackson5116
    @jackson5116 5 років тому +9

    11:15 "It really is good guys, and gals!"- St Louisans will recognize that phrase! By the way, there is more than one Ted Drewes location.

    • @Titan-ry1zb
      @Titan-ry1zb 5 років тому

      Jack Son what really where

    • @bunbunshi8897
      @bunbunshi8897 5 років тому

      the one on Grand closed down as buisness wasnt doing well. trust me i live two min from it lol

    • @painkillerjones6232
      @painkillerjones6232 5 років тому +1

      @@bunbunshi8897 WTF are you talking about? You DO know it's a seasonal business, don't you?

    • @bunbunshi8897
      @bunbunshi8897 5 років тому

      Painkiller Jones the Chippewa one is open now. I haven’t seen the grand one working in a while but idk. No need to be rude dumbass.

    • @samtheram13
      @samtheram13 4 роки тому

      I read that how he does

  • @reneeh2050
    @reneeh2050 4 роки тому +1

    Enjoyed your video. We spent a day in St. Louis on a road trip in December, loved it, & are hoping to come back this summer. You’ve given me plenty of things to check out.

    • @roseannrook7897
      @roseannrook7897 3 роки тому

      Get ready to swelter -- summer heat in St. Louis can be unbearable (from St. Louis native)

  • @derekhanger2770
    @derekhanger2770 5 років тому +4

    Sugarfire is pretty overrated imo, Adam’s Smokehouse is where it’s at. Much smaller spot with fewer side choices, but high quality and the meat is probably the best BBQ I’ve had while living here the past 6 months. The ribs are my favorite, along with the locally sourced Billy Goat Chips as well as the apple sauce.

    • @FFKDTP1
      @FFKDTP1 5 років тому

      Derek Hanger Sugarfire is straight garbage.

    • @juliev1043
      @juliev1043 5 років тому

      Probably an unpopular opinion but I think Imo's is overrated. Definitely prefer Cecil Whittaker's.

  • @ashleykessler5003
    @ashleykessler5003 4 роки тому

    There’s also Citygarden sculpture park! Splash pads and sculptures. Kids can swim in it. My kids love it!

  • @Z13680
    @Z13680 5 років тому +4

    I agree with everything I live in Missouri and I visit St.Louis a lot

    • @HelloHello-li5ng
      @HelloHello-li5ng 5 років тому +1

      Pandagirl10129 aw that’s so sad I hope you don’t die in the city it’s so dangerous

    • @Z13680
      @Z13680 5 років тому +1

      Hello Hello
      Thanks

  • @brandon6682
    @brandon6682 5 років тому

    Thank you for visiting my city! I'm glad you enjoyed your time here.

  • @ericstoverink6579
    @ericstoverink6579 5 років тому +21

    Finally someone correctly refers to provel as a cheese blend, rather than just fake cheese. I'm not a huge fan of provel, (it's a bit bland), but the "fake" cheese misnomer always annoyed me.

  • @LonerBecause
    @LonerBecause 3 роки тому +1

    Yes! Most of the places in Forest Park are free!
    And that's a plus

  • @bgl9935
    @bgl9935 4 роки тому +3

    I'm Japanese I'd love to visit St louis someday😁

  • @simonprine3795
    @simonprine3795 2 роки тому

    On my way to St.Louis for work, I do have a couple free days with my wife and now have a solid list to go by. Appreciate the well informed video.

  • @septemily
    @septemily 5 років тому +3

    I’ve lived here my whole life, been to all these places twice over, but how did I not even know the City Museum had a freaking Ferris wheel??

  • @larswoods7702
    @larswoods7702 2 роки тому

    I was born & raised in St. Louis. I learned of a few new spots I had never heard of by watching this video. Nice work!