I like all the history shared in the lobby. the park and grounds are beautiful, nice ride to the top, but once you're there it's a quick trip back down.

When coming to St. Louis, experiencing the "Gateway to the West" was my number one priority. I couldn't wait to visit it. I was disappointed by the experience, unfortunately. The outside is as impressive and iconic as one would expect from photos. The tour inside is where things go wrong. We bought tickets ($11.50 each, I believe) to board the... More

An experience but as the headline says book before you go to be assured of a trip to the top of US's tallest monument. Once you are at the summit you are able to get out of your capsule and walk around in an enclosed and safe feeling environment. Slanted windows enable you to look right down and away into... More

The Arch, which is the first place we take out-of-town guests to, commemorates the Jefferson-commissioned westward expansion river adventure of Lewis and Clark. With its parabolic shape, it is quite the architect's and engineer's dream!

So you climb aboard these really small pods that ascend at odd angles to the top, which is obviated by the fact that the geometry here is an "arch" by all means of the word. Ten dollars was the price of admission, which I think is a little steep, but you get to visit the underground museum of Westward Expansion,... More

Enjoy the views from the ground and the top at this National Park. Stand near the monument to understand just how big it is. Reserve the time for your "pod" ride in advance and take in the view from the top. The pods seat 5 adults-- be sure to duck before entering. A short smooth ride to the top brings... More

The Gateway Arch, which also serves as a monument to Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase, sits amid a beautiful green park with steps that lead down to the Mississippi River. It's a great location for spending a pleasant day with family and friends. A subterranean museum tells the story of America's expansion with interesting exhibits, and small capsules whisk... More

I probably wouldn't have gone up in the arch if my step-dad hadn't offered to pay. My 9-year-old isn't all that thrilled by views. But it was actually more fun than I thought it would be. They certainly have an amazing system down for getting huge numbers of people through. They were friendly and efficient and that was nice. As... More

If you have never been to the top - go. If you do not like small spaces - stay on the ground floor. Buy your tickets in advance to ensure a trip to the top..