Directions to the Gateway Arch

Before you begin your adventures above and below the Gateway Arch, you must first find your way here! Whether you walk, roll, drive, or take public transportation, we are here to guide you to your day with directions to Gateway Arch National Park.

 

 

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Aerial image of the highways near Gateway Arch National Park, the park and downtown St. Louis from the south.

Interstate Directions to the Gateway Arch From Missouri

Interstate Directions to the Gateway Arch From Illinois

Passenger Drop-Off/Pick-Up

Enjoy convenient passenger drop-off and pick-up along Luther Ely Smith Square on 4th Street across from the Old Courthouse, between Market and Chestnut.

Pedestrians

Gateway Arch National Park is a short distance from our preferred parking garage (7-10 minutes walk).

Accessibility Information

  • Approaching from the west, all walking paths onto the Arch grounds from the City are open.
  • From the east (on Leonor K. Sullivan Boulevard), use the Grand Staircase or the wheelchair accessible ramps  from the riverfront to the park grounds.
  • From the north via Laclede’s Landing, the 1st and 2nd Street entrances to the park are also wheelchair accessible.
  • For additional information or assistance, please call our Call Center at (877) 982-1410.

Public Transit

Skip the drive and parking — take the MetroLink or MetroBus to get to the Gateway Arch.

MetroLink Train Station

  • To find the MetroLink train station nearest you, visit the Metro Transit trip planner.
  • Exit at the Laclede’s Landing station and walk (8 minutes) south through the park to the Gateway Arch entrance.
  • Call (314) 231-2345 or email transitinformation@metrostlouis.org for more information about MetroLink or MetroBus.

MetroBus

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So Much Below in Gateway National Arch Park

 

From a short walk on our trails to an all-day adventure above and below the Gateway Arch, the possibilities are endless when you plan your visit. Wondering what there is to do? Take a look at our sample itinerary to see all to do in Gateway Arch National Park.

3 Days

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A Long Weekend to Do Everything

Planning to visit St. Louis for a sporting event, family trip or weekend getaway? Get started planning your long weekend at Gateway Arch National Park and the St. Louis Riverfront with this itinerary.

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1 Day

Reflection pond and side view of Gateway Arch

The National Park Adventurer

Great for national park enthusiasts! Spend a full day exploring the Gateway Arch, St. Louis Riverfront, Old Courthouse, and national park grounds with this comprehensive all-day itinerary.

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4 Hours

View of riverboat and Gateway Arch

An Evening on the Riverfront

Spend a few hours along the St. Louis Riverfront with an evening itinerary suitable for a date night, gathering with friends or girl’s night out.

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5 Hours

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Our Half-Day Essentials

Looking for more to do after taking your Tram Ride to the Top? This itinerary includes our free Museum, and Documentary Movie.

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Have Questions Before Your Visit?

For tips to plan your day at Gateway Arch National Park, parking information, and more, explore our FAQs page to find all the information you need before you punch in directions to the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.

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