St. Louis, Missouri's Gateway to the West, offers iconic attractions and family-friendly venues perfect for memorable reunion gatherings. From the world-famous Gateway Arch to expansive Forest Park, this historic city provides diverse experiences that bring families together.
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Gateway Arch National Park
Experience America's tallest monument with tram rides to the top offering spectacular views of the Mississippi River and city skyline, perfect for family photos and shared memories.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
Tram rides to the top of the 630-foot arch cost $16 for adults and groups of 15 or more receive a rate of $13 per person when booked at least 2 weeks in advance. Each tram capsule holds 5 passengers and departs every 5 minutes so large groups can cycle through within 30 to 45 minutes. The visitor center and museum are fully ADA accessible though the tram capsules require the ability to step over a 7-inch threshold.
Website: nps.gov/jeff
Forest Park
Explore one of America's largest urban parks featuring the Saint Louis Zoo, Art Museum, and Science Center, providing full days of family entertainment with group picnic areas.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
The 1300-acre park is free to enter and includes the free Saint Louis Art Museum, free Missouri History Museum, and free Saint Louis Science Center. Paddleboat rentals on Post-Dispatch Lake cost $15 per boat for 30 minutes with no group discount but plenty of availability. The park has over 2000 free parking spaces with ADA spots at every major attraction and all main paths are paved and wheelchair accessible.
Website: forestparkforever.org
City Museum
Unique interactive museum featuring caves, slides, climbing structures, and artistic installations perfect for adventurous family reunions seeking creative experiences.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
General admission is $18 for adults and groups of 20 or more receive a rate of $14 per person when booked at least 3 weeks in advance through the group sales office. The museum spans 600000 square feet across 10 floors of repurposed industrial materials and a full visit takes 3 to 4 hours. Most areas are ADA accessible via elevators though some climbing structures and slides are not wheelchair accessible, and parking is available in the adjacent garage for $10 per day.
Website: citymuseum.org
Saint Louis Zoo
World-class zoo with free admission featuring diverse animal exhibits, train rides, and educational programs perfect for multi-generational family reunions.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
General admission is always free though some attractions like the train ride at $6 and Stingrays at Caribbean Cove at $5 have separate fees. Groups of 20 or more should register through the group visits office 2 weeks ahead to receive priority entry and a designated meeting area. The zoo is fully ADA accessible with wheelchair rentals at $12 per day, free parking in the south lot, and paid parking in the north lot at $15 with 50 total accessible spaces.
Website: stlzoo.org
Ken O.
Founder of AmazingReunion and veteran reunion organizer who has coordinated 50+ family gatherings across the US.