St Louis

St. Louis

St. Louis is home to the tallest manmade monument in the U.S.—the Gateway Arch; named in honor of the acquisition and settlement west of the Mississippi River. While staying, your students can visit the nearby Meramec Caverns to wonder at the rarest and largest limestone formations in the world. They can also brush up on their physics as they soar down the rollercoasters at Six Flags St. Louis or take a guided boat tour of the Billion Gallon Lake with its crystal clear water and spectacular view of the Bonne Terre Mine. Whatever you plan in St. Louis, your students are in for a real treat.

St. Louis School Trip Highlights

Gateway Arch

Known as the “Gateway to the West,” St. Louis’ famous Gateway Arch is a structural and artistic wonder. Your students can take a trip to the top of this beautiful steel structure to take in the views of downtown St. Louis.

St. Louis Museums

Explore the art of Van Gogh, Monet and Picasso in the St. Louis Art Museum. Take a trip through the history of the famous 1904 World’s Fair in the Missouri History Museum and be sure to explore the wonders of the St. Louis Science Museum.

Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site and Museum

Dedicated to the career and life of Ulysses S. Grant, this National Historic Site is a must see for your history students. Your students will be able to tour Civil War exhibits and explore the grounds of White Haven, the home of the 18th president.

Grant’s Farm

Once owned by Ulysses S. Grant, this farm is now owned by the famous Anheuser-Busch Family. Your group can see numerous animals on the farm, including the famed Budweiser Clydesdale's.

Anheuser-Busch Consumer Hospitality Center

Tour the facilities of America’s most famous brewery. The tour includes treks through the historic Brew House, packaging plant and the Budweiser Clydesdale Stable.

Mark Twain Cave, Hannibal

Explore a natural wonder near the home of famed writer Mark Twain. A tour through the winding paths of this famous show cave will provide an afternoon of fun for your budding scientists. Also make sure to pan for your own gems in the nearby stream.

Cahokia Mounds

One of only twenty World Heritage Sites, the Cahokia Mounds is an important stop for any student of Native American History. Explore the numerous exhibits, Native American artifacts, Monks Mound and Woodhenge within this famous destination.

Day 1
- Breakfast at your Hotel
- St Louis Science Center
- Lunch
- Group Performance
- Return to Hotel
- Dinner Pizza Party

Day 2
- Breakfast at your Hotel
- Music Clinics
- Lunch
- Six Flags St. Louis
- Dinner

Day 3
- Breakfast at your Hotel
- Gateway Arch and Museum
- Lunch
- St Louis Zoo
- Dinner
- Prepare to Return Home

* Please Note: some activities listed are seasonal, and therefore will be available only on specific travel dates.

Day 1
- Arrive in St Louis
- Breakfast at your Hotel
- Union Station
- Gateway Arch
- Lunch
- Film- "Monument to the Dream"
- Gateway Dixieland Riverboat Dinner Cruise

Day 2
- Breakfast at your Hotel
- Meramec Caverns
- Lunch
- Six Flags St. Louis
- Dinner

Day 3
- Breakfast at your Hotel
- St. Louis Zoo
- Lunch
- Prepare to Return Home

* Please Note: some activities listed are seasonal, and therefore will be available only on specific travel dates

  
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