Probably our favorite spot in St. Louis! Made from recycled and discarded materials, the City Museum is a living, breathing, interactive sculpture! Explore the caves, the 10-story slide, the outdoor playground (Monstrocity), the artful and historic collections, and the bars!
The newest National Park, the Gateway Arch is a must see in St. Louis! The newly renovated museum has plenty of StL/ Midwest history, but the most historical practice is climbing 63 stories in the Tram to the Top!
Citygarden is a beautiful sculpture park in the middle of downtown St. Louis!
Explore the Union Station of St. Louis! This historic building once was greeted millions coming to and through St. Louis. Venture into the Aquarium, take a spin on the StL Wheel, or enjoy a handcrafted beverage in the beautiful Great Hall!
No better place to go on a beautiful May day! Forest park hosts many attractions such as the Zoo and the Art Museum, as well as the History Museum, the Jewel Box, and the Worlds Fair Pavilion. The hiking trails wrap all around the park, as does the lake (rent a boat at the Boat House!).
Explore the vast art collection of SLAM!
One of Dani's most treasured spots, the St. Louis Zoo is a free and fun way to spend a beautiful day! This zoo focuses on conservation and education.
Yes, Chess! Learn all about the history of chess from past to present- maybe play a game at the StL Chess Club across the street!
What better place to see May flowers! The Missouri Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful attractions in St. Louis. If you are a plant lover, this is a MUST see!
One of the largest green spaces in StL, Tower Grove is a historic and beautiful park! Dani has spent many mornings hiking along the trail. Go around the world with the various pavilions, or picnic in the green! There are wonderful food spots, too, on/ off of South Grand Ave.
One of our top StL spots, the Soulard Maket is another lively historic space downtown. This farmers market has fresh produce, baked goods, local sauces, and plenty of artisan goods for sale! We highly recommend!
Comida Peruana? How about the best in town? And what if the Bride did some art for the restaurateur?!
Though we may be bias, there is truly no pollo more authentic than that of Brasas. We highly recommend the papas rellenas y anticuchos (if they don't run out!).
You liked the City Museum? Well, this is the art of the City Museum as a BAR! Made of found objects and mosaics, make sure to look up, down, left, and right as you listen to some live music and enjoy a nice drink. THIS IS A CASH ONLY BAR!
What is more St. Louis than cracking open a fresh Bud Light right off the assembly line?
Some of Dani and Dylan's favorites include...
Perennial Artisan Ales (get Sanguchitos in the back! Dani did the artwork for this food window).
Four Hands Brewing Co
Urban Chestnut Brewing Co
Rockwell Brewing Co
This address is specifically for our favorite sandwich shop, Gioias Deli- but you can't go wrong anywhere on The Hill. This neighborhood hosts some of the best Italian restaurants in the city. A great area to eat!
Breakfast time? Strange Donuts is one of our favorite stops for some quick breakfast sweets. They also own a late night shop, Up Late, which is open from 8 pm - 4 am (a great post-wedding snack!).
Just outside of the city, Laumier Sculpture Park is a beautiful place to walk. Dani grew up going here and seeing these large outdoor sculptures!
Want to travel a little further? Cahokia Mounds is a historic landmark near St. Louis. Cahokia was a large, thriving, pre-colonial city. The mounds are amazing to see, and hike!
Even further, you say?! Well, take a trip south of St. Louis to Elephant Rocks state park. Part of an old mining town, these rocks are truly GIANT! Spend a day hiking and climing around these large boulders.