Architecture Walking Tour

St. Louis · 4 stops · ~19 km

A free self-guided walking tour of 4 architecturally notable buildings in St. Louis. Allow approximately 6 hours including 20 minutes of viewing time per building. Export the route to Google Maps for turn-by-turn navigation.

Stops
4
Distance
19 km
Est. Time
6h
Cost
Free
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1
Climatron

Climatron

Greenhouse enclosed in a geodesic dome that is part of the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis.

38.6141°, -90.2589°
2
Gateway Arch

Gateway Arch

Eero Saarinen · 1968

Monument in St. Louis, Missouri.

38.6246°, -90.1850°
3
Pulitzer Arts Foundation

Pulitzer Arts Foundation

Tadao Ando · 2001

Art museum in St. Louis, Missouri.

38.6404°, -90.2344°
4
Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Fumihiko Maki · 1881

Art museum in St. Louis, Missouri.

38.6472°, -90.3027°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the St. Louis architecture walking tour take?+

The self-guided walking tour covers approximately 19 km with 4 stops. Allow approximately 6 hours including 20 minutes of viewing time per building.

Is the St. Louis architecture tour free?+

Yes, this is a completely free self-guided walking tour. You can view the route on the interactive map, export it to Google Maps for navigation, and explore at your own pace.

Do I need to book the St. Louis architecture tour in advance?+

No booking is required — this is a self-guided tour that you can start at any time. All buildings can be viewed from the outside. For guided tours with expert commentary, we recommend checking GetYourGuide for local architecture tours.

What is the best time to do the St. Louis architecture walking tour?+

Morning light (before 11am) is ideal for photography of building facades. Weekdays tend to be less crowded around commercial buildings. Allow a full half day for the complete tour.