Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gateway Arch National Park & St. Louis

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided driving & walking audio tour for the dazzling views, architectural marvels, and riverfront culture greeted by St. Louis, the Gateway to the West. Entering the Gateway Arch National Park near the Old Courthouse, see fantastic views of the famous arch, then explore landmarks like the Cathedral Basilica and Kiener Plaza Park. The driving portion of the tour leads through the sprawling Forest Park to see the St. Louis Zoo, World’s Fair Pavilion, Fish Hatchery, The Jewel Box, and the Art Museum. Allow about 3 hours for the 1.5-mile walk and the 4-mile drive. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location. Travel at your own pace. Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed. Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

1. 1

   Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France

   10 min

   Visitors can tour the museum inside this slice of history. It’s a true St. Louis treasure, with a surprising connection to Sacagawea and the Lewis and Clark expedition, and it has witnessed generations of riverfront culture.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   10 min

   Visit the original site of the 1904 St. Louis Fair at this peaceful pool nestled inside Forest Park. Marvel at eight lit fountains spraying high into the air with Art Hill in the background - making this the perfect spot for some group photos of your trip!

3. 3

   Old Courthouse

   10 min

   Your gateway into the Gateway Arch National Park - and home to one of the most infamous court cases in American history. The story of how this building nearly got torn down is just as gripping as the trials held inside it.

4. 4

   Saint Louis Art Museum

   10 min

   One of the city's crown jewels - wander the outdoor Sculpture Garden, hunt for ancient treasures like a Sumerian Bull inside world-class galleries, and don't miss the towering bronze King Louis IX statue with a surprisingly entertaining backstory about how the city got it made for half price.

5. 5

   St. Louis Zoo

   10 min

   Born from the 1904 World's Fair and too good to let go - the St. Louis Zoo is home to red pandas, giraffes, hippos, otters and more, and it's completely free to enter. Plan to come back after the tour though, because this place easily swallows a couple of hours.

6. 6

   The Gateway Arch

   10 min

   The marvel of modern engineering that gave St. Louis its nickname “Gateway to the West,” we’ll explore the museum at the Arch and the riverfront Park surrounding it. Make time to take the tram ride to the top and see the city view from 630 feet up!

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
• Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
• Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
• Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
• Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.