Visiting the Gateway Arch: Enter the monument through the Gateway Arch Visitor Center, which faces Fourth Street and the Old Courthouse. The Gateway Arch legs are exits only. Please allow at least 30 minutes to go through security. Tickets sell out early and often, advance reservations are strongly recommended. Pending availability, additional tickets may be available for same-day purchase beginning at 9am each day through our website, call center, and ticket center at the Gateway Arch. Same-day ticket availability is not guaranteed and sells out early and often.
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Experience a destination where the stories are as incredible as the views. Welcome to Gateway Arch National Park!
Great monuments inspire you to explore new heights. Precious few take you there. The unique tram will lift you 630 feet up to the top of the tallest monument in the United States.
The Museum at the Gateway Arch
Trace the story of the Native Americans, explorers, pioneers, and rebels who made America possible. Featuring six themed exhibit areas, this innovative and interactive museum celebrates America’s pioneering spirit.
Gain a new perspective on this magnificent monument while cruising the Mighty Mississippi. With a variety of sightseeing, dinner, and specialty outings to choose from, a riverboat cruise is a fun and relaxing addition to your Gateway Arch experience.
Take a seat in our Virtual Reality Theater, put on a 3D headset and be transported to a 360° depiction of the St. Louis riverfront in the 1850s. You’ll be immersed in the sights and sounds of the bustling levee, and will learn the stories of some of the diverse people who crossed paths there.
Stand in the footsteps of American heroes at this beautifully restored federal courthouse. The site of several pivotal cases, the Old Courthouse is where the enslaved Dred and Harriet Scott sued for their freedom and Virginia Minor fought for women’s right to vote.
From stargazing workshops and yoga under the Arch to concerts, cruises, and holiday celebrations, there’s always something new to learn and do at the Gateway Arch.
Make a Monumental Impact
Members of Gateway Arch Park Foundation play a vital role in providing critical support for Gateway Arch National Park. Become a steward of an international icon and enjoy special member benefits throughout the year.
Gateway Arch Park Foundation is the official philanthropic partner of Gateway Arch National Park.
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Submit Your Photos
Be a part of our history.
Do you have a photo from a time you visited the Gateway Arch? We’re in search of visitor photos of the Gateway Arch from the past 50 years and beyond. Submit your photo below for a chance to have it displayed in an exhibit inside of the Gateway Arch tram loading areas.
Photos of the Arch’s construction, visits with family and friends, unique views of the amazing monument – we want them all!
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The national park includes the Gateway Arch, the Old Courthouse and the Museum at the Arch.
Ride the tram to the top of the Gateway Arch, view a film, enjoy the extensive collection of artifacts and history of the American West in the museum, learn about the freedom trials of Dred Scott, which took place at the Old Courthouse. Operated by the National Park Service.
Formerly the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial National Park.
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Gateway to the West. The Gateway Arch reflects St. Louis' role in the Westward Expansion of the United States during the nineteenth century. The park is a memorial to Thomas Jefferson's role in opening the West, to the pioneers who helped shape its history, and to Dred Scott who sued for his freedom in the Old Courthouse.
Visit St. Louis’ iconic Gateway Arch. Discover amazing views from the top – at 630 feet. Explore more throughout the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial.
Visit St. Louis’ iconic Gateway Arch. Discover amazing views from the top – at 630 feet. Explore more throughout the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial.
As the nation's tallest monument, the Gateway Arch has welcomed visitors for fifty years with its iconic, awe-inspiring shape. The vision of renowned architect Eero Saarinen, the Gateway Arch commemorates Thomas Jefferson's vision and St. Louis' role in the westward expansion of the United States.
Things To Do. Guided Tours. Can't make it to the park? Take a virtual tour with a park ranger! Click here to learn more. Check out our calendar for information about scheduled events. Group Tours. For a Ranger-led Program reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance.
Conquer the iconic Gateway Arch National Park with tips on tickets, tram rides, riverboats and exhibits. Plus, safety and travel tips.
Plan your visit to Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis Missouri. Best things to do, where to stay, and where to photograph the Arch.
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