Gateway Arch National Park is located in St. Louis, Missouri. Gateway Arch may not be like other national parks with trees and mountains, but you get to see the historic monument. The Arch construction began on 12 February 1963 and completed on 28 October 1965.
The Arch is the tallest man-made arch in the world standing 630 feet. The Gateway Arch was designed by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen. Gateway Arch was established as a national park on 22 February 2018
Best Time To Visit Gateway Arch National Park
The best time to visit Gateway Arch National Park in winter. When there will be less crowd and you need not wait long in line for the tram and movies. The temperature is not lower than 32 degrees throughout the winter. The weather is also perfect to explore the park. Summer is the hotshot Gateway Arch National Park. It is a busy time in the park due to the summer vacation and also people come in groups.
Expense Time To Visit Gateway Arch National Park
- Tram Ride to the Top, Documentary Movie and One-Hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise adult above the age of 16 costs $35, for children between 3 to 15 costs $20
- Tram Ride to the Top and One-Hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise adult above the age of 16 costs $31, for children between 3 to 15 costs $17
- Tram Ride to the Top & Documentary Movie adult above the age of 16 costs $16, for children between 3 to 15 costs $11
- Pre-Boarding Tour & Top of the Arch adult above the age of 16 costs $12, for children between 3 to 15 costs $8
- Monument to the Dream Film adult above the age of 16 costs $7, for children between 3 to 15 costs $3
- One-Hour Riverboat Cruise adult above the age of 16 costs $21, for children between 3 to 15 costs $11.
Things To Do In Gateway Arch National Park
Riding in a retro elevator.
The Tram Ride to the top of the Gateway Arch is the best way to explore the park. The tram has 8 connecting pods and each can hold 5 people. Once you reach on top of the arch there are small windows through which you can view.
Visit The Museum
The museum is located inside the visitor center. You get to see the history of how the Arch was constructed. It is also very informative and worth visiting.
Monument to the Dream Movie
It includes the 35-minute documentary, Monument to the Dream, which shows from the 1960s construction. You get to learn about the story behind the architecture of the Arch.
Helicopter Tours
Gateway Helicopter Tours gives you a new experience to fly above the Mississippi River and St. Louis. You also get an amazing view of the Arch giving an unforgettable movement. Reservations are not required. The tickets for the helicopter tour are available on the riverfront below the Arch.