St. Charles, Missouri Attractions & Things To Do

Historic attractions, exciting outdoor activities, or exceptional shopping and dining. No matter what you're in the mood for, St. Charles is packed with a variety of attractions and fun things to do that are guaranteed to keep you fully entertained. Wander the brick streets of historic Main Street or Frenchtown, enjoy a glass of wine as you sit outside at a winery and gaze at the beautiful scenery.

Stroll along the banks of the beautiful Missouri River or rent bikes for a picturesque ride on the Katy Trail, fill your day with games at Ameristar Casino, make an appointment at their full-service spa or get on the green for a relaxing day of golf at a local course, Those interested in the history, learn about life in a United State's frontier town at the Lewis & Clark Boathouse. In nearby St. Louis, even more family thrills await at the St. Louis Zoo, Six Flags St. Louis or Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Family Arena -

Family Arena is a world-class entertainment venue nestled on the banks of the Missouri River. This 11,522-seat multipurpose events facility is the perfect spot to catch exciting football, hockey, and basketball games. Family Arena was once the home of the Missouri River Otters hockey team. Don't miss entertaining family shows and high-energy concerts featuring the biggest names in music. For more information, visit www.familyarena.com.

Hollywood Casino -

The Hollywood Casino is now open! Enjoy great dining, events, and casino fun. For more information, visit www.hollywoodcasinostlouis.com.

Bass Pro Shop -

Located directly next door to the Quality Inn & Suites Historic St. Charles, the Bass Pro Shop sporting goods store is the leading outdoor retailer for activities ranging from fishing to hunting to camping and more. Check out the store events and outdoor skills workshops offered directly at the store location. For more information, visit www.basspro.com.

Katy Trail State Park -

Take a leisure stroll, bike ride or horseback ride along a portion of the 225-mile Katy Trail, where outdoor adventures and scenic beauty abound. You'll discover charming farming towns, spectacular views of the Missouri River, and a variety of fascinating wildlife. The segment between St. Charles and Boonvile is a part of the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail. For more information, visit mostateparks.com.

Ameristar Casino -

At Ameristar Casino, located near the St. Charles Riverfront, test your luck surrounded by themed Victorian-era décor. Play all your favorite casino games including state of the art slot machines and video poker, or win big at classic table games including roulette, craps, black jack, and baccarat. The casino also boasts, music venues, tasty restaurants, and a 7,000 square foot full-service spa. For more information, visit www.ameristar.com

Lindenwood University -

Nestled amongst the picturesque linden trees in St. Charles, Missouri, Lindenwood University is situated on a hill overlooking the winding Missouri River. This four-year, private liberal arts educational institution is situated on 500-acres. The university boasts a student population of roughly 15,000 and offers a total of 120 undergraduate and graduate degrees. For more information, visit www.lindenwood.edu.

First Missouri State Capitol -

Run by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, the First Missouri State Capitol served as the first seat of the state's government between 1821 and 1826. The 11-roomed brick building is situated on South Main Street. History buffs and families can join a guided tour of this historic site, or participate in a variety of interpretive programs. For more information, visit mostateparks.com.

St. Charles Convention Center -

Opened in 2005, the St. Charles Convention Center is a premier meeting and special events facility in St. Charles. Discover 154,000 square feet of desirable exhibit halls, ballrooms and conference rooms. Event planning is a breeze with professional event planners, in-house catering, high-tech audio-visual support and easy access to the Quality Inn & Suites Historic St. Charles hotel. For more information, visit www.stcharlesconventioncenter.com.

Lewis & Clark Boathouse -

The famed Lewis and Clark expedition was a two year journey across the United States and into the Pacific Northwest. Today, visitors can relive this historic journey at the Lewis & Clark Boathouse Museum teeming with educational exhibits and dioramas that highlight the natural habitat encountered during the expedition. Also enjoy nature walks, educational tours and boat rides on the Missouri River. For more information, visit www.lewisandclark.net.

Foundry Art Centre -

The Foundry Art Centre was founded in 2004 in what was once a 1940's train car factory. Artists and art aficionados can explore the 36,800 square foot building teeming with rotating exhibits, performing arts venues, and educational programs. Art classes and interactive artists' studios challenge the general public to spark their creative minds and imaginations. For more information, visit www.foundryartcentre.org.

Busch Stadium -

Root for the home team at Busch Stadium, home of Major League Baseball's St. Louis Cardinals. The new 46,000-seat Busch Stadium opened in 2006 in the heart of downtown St. Louis. Later in the season, the Cardinals went on to win their tenth World Series Championship title. Sports enthusiasts should be sure to purchase their single game or season tickets early to become a part of professional baseball history. For more information, visit stlouis.cardinals.mlb.com.

St. Louis Zoo -

Go wild at the St. Louis Zoo, located only 15 miles from St. Charles, Missouri. Park visitors can explore 90-acres and come face to face with 5,000 animals representing 700 species. Habitats include River's Edge, Red Rocks, Lakeside Crossing and Historic Hill. Kids will enjoy a variety of educational programs, a petting zoo, insectarium and behind-the scenes tours that let you become a zookeeper for the day. For more information, visit www.stlzoo.org.