Gateway Arch & Old Courthouse

Steeped in historical significance. And pretty to look at, too.

History
As most would guess by the name alone, the Old Courthouse has moved on from its once pivotal role as the federal court in the city of St. Louis to being a charming historical...

Posted by by Contributor at Citysearch on August 14, 2003. Brought to you by Citysearch.

very fun

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100

For anybody that's never been to the Gateway arch, you should go! I did not know until I was a teen that it is a ride and you can look out at the top!

Posted by Brie L on November 21, 2009. Brought to you by Citysearch.

Very Cool, Great View

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You can see the Arch from miles away and I was thrilled to get right up to and take some photos. I think thats the law when you are a tourist in another town :)I went on the tour of the Arch and up to the top we went in a small little eleva...

Posted by by B. L. at Judy's Book on April 27, 2006. Brought to you by Judy's Book.

If you are downtown stop here

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This is the courthouse featured in many pictures that you see of the Arch. The courthouse was the scene of many rallies, speeches and several important trials, including the suit by Dred Scott for freedom from slavery and Suffragist…

Posted by B K on September 08, 2005. Brought to you by Citysearch.

always amazing

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I have been to the Arch many times in the twenty years I lived in St Louis. It is still neat to see the view from the top. My children also love the ride to the top in the special elevators, although anyone that has a problem with tight s...

Posted by by Amanda K. at Judy's Book on August 08, 2005. Brought to you by Judy's Book.

St. Louis' #1 Landmark

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Who can come to St. Louis without visiting the Arch. It is our best known landmark. It is ten dollars for adults seven for youth and three dollars for kids. The tram ride is my sons favorite part but I definitely would not do it if you are ...

Posted by by Rick B. at Judy's Book on July 25, 2005. Brought to you by Judy's Book.