The lush setting of St. Louis is ready to explore
Enjoy the area's live music, theater scene and museums and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in St. Louis. Renowned for its baseball games, zoo and art, this city welcomes all visitors. Take in top local attractions like Enterprise Center and St. Louis Union Station. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, Vrbo has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around St. Louis
Are you hoping to discover things to do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes St. Louis a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- St. Louis Zoo (4.5 mi / 7.3 km)
- St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station (0.1 mi / 0.1 km)
- World Wide Technology Raceway (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- Grant's Farm (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- Splash City Family Waterpark (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of St. Louis
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, St. Louis is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Kiener Plaza (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Gateway Arch National Park (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Gateway Arch Visitor Center (1.3 mi / 2 km)
- Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Tower Grove Park (3.5 mi / 5.6 km)
- O'Fallon Park (3.7 mi / 5.9 km)
Transportation options to and around St. Louis
Fly into St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL), the closest airport, located 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis), which is 23.8 mi (38.2 km) away.
If you prefer train travel, make your way to St. Louis Gateway Station or Kirkwood Station to see more of the city. You can see more of St. Louis by jumping on the metro at Stadium Station, 8th and Pine Station or Convention Center Station.