Meet me in St Loius, you must have heard that song! Other than being famous for being mentioned in various songs, St Loius is also famous for its many tourist attractions and free-entertainment options! St Loius is also known for baseball and beer – so clearly, it has a lot happening! If you’re thinking of taking a solo trip to St Loius, then I definitely recommend it! There is so much to do, so much to see and so many fun and friendly people to meet – it’ll probably be one of the most inexpensive and happy solo trips you’ll ever take. You can stay in hotels with a balcony in St. Louis, or, if you prefer homier experiences, luxury Airbnbs. For a getaway one for the books, here is a list of things to do alone in St Louis, Missouri.
1. Go on a haunted walking tour (from USD 25.0)
If you’re one for spooks and thrills, join this haunted city tour in St. Louis. It will take you on an eerie adventure through the Lemp neighborhood while an actual paranormal investigator gives you a detailed account of the cursed Lemp family as you go. You also get to stop by the Lemp family mansion as well as the three creepy basements of Lemp Brewery. Still not spooked enough? Hear the history of Lemp Mansion’s famous ghost and its connection to the abandoned Marion Hospital.
St. Louis Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
2. Be one with nature in Forest Park
If you’re looking for relaxing things to do in St. Louis, visit Forest Park, considered one of the greatest urban public parks in the country. Here, you can enjoy gorgeous sceneries of lush forests, nature reserves and trickling streams. You can explore the diverse flora and fauna that reside in the park’s rich ecosystems as well.
When not immersing yourself in the peaceful landscape, you can find a quiet spot to read a book or try some recreational activities such as cycling, fishing or playing sports. The park also plays host to several popular festivals and events so you can time your visit and have a wonderful stay here.
Forest Park
Address: 5595 Grand Dr, St. Louis, MO 63112, United States
Website: Forest Park
Opening hours: 6am - 10pm (daily)
Price: Free
3. Enjoy a variety of shows at the Repertory Theatre
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, more commonly known as ‘The Rep’ is one of the most famous theatres in St Louis, People from all over Missouri come here to watch a show, be a part of a festival or go to an event. There are different events and shows that take place at The Rep on a daily basis, so you will have to check their event calendar on their website. The best thing to do is buy a season ticket, in which you will get six tickets for six different shows!
Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis
Address: 130 Edgar Rd, Webster Groves, MO 63119, USA
Website: Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis
Opening hours: Mon: 10:30 am - 5 pm; Tue - Wed: 10:30 am - 8 pm; Thu - Sat: 10:30am - 9pm; Sun: 12:30 pm - 8 pm
Price: 100 USD onwards
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4. Catch a sports game at the very sporty Ballpark Village
The Ballpark Village is basically a sports theme district in St Louis. If you are a sports fan, or you’re even mildly interested in sports, then I highly recommended this as one of the things to do alone in St Louis! This sports theme district has many bars and restaurants, so it is a great way to meet people! Pro tip – talking about sports can be a great conversation starter!
Ballpark Village
Address: 601 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA
Website: Ballpark Village
Opening hours: Sun - Wed: 11am - 10pm; Thu - Sat: 11am - 3am
Price: Free entry
5. Enjoy the melodious choir at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, more commonly known as the Saint Louis Cathedral was built by the Roman Catholic church. If you have any interest in ancient architecture and design, or you just really want to see a very beautiful cathedral, then you must go here. Various events like choir groups and musical events take place here, so be sure to check out the itinerary on their website!
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
Address: 4431 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
Website: Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
Opening hours: 7am – 5pm (daily)
Price: Free entry
6. Admire pieces of ancient and modern art at the Saint Louis Art Museum
The Saint Louis Art Museum is a fine arts museum which was founded in 1879. If you want to look at some intricate sculptures, beautiful pieces of artwork and ancient masterpieces from all around the globe, then you must visit! The museum has a collection of objects and items that are spanning over 5000 years and hundreds of cultures! Visiting this museum is definitely one of the best things to do solo in St Louis.
Saint Louis Art Museum
Address: 1 Fine Arts Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
Website: Saint Louis Art Museum
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 10am - 5pm; Fri: 10am - 9pm (closed on Mon)
Price: Free entry
7. Grab a delicious bite at Lucas Park Grille
Lucas Park Grille is an American restaurant which is known for its delicious small plates and filling large plates. The place has a really nice vibe overall, and the food is really good which is basically what matters the most! The restaurant is very classy, and if you get to sit outside and enjoy the view then even better! Also, the food here always looks Instagram-worthy, so don’t forget to take some pictures.
Lucas Park Grille
Address: 1234 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103, USA
Website: Lucas Park Grille
Opening hours: Mon - Wed: 11am - 10pm; Thu - Fri: 11am - 3am; Sat: 4pm - 3am; Sun: 4pm - 10pm
Price: 11 - 30 USD
8. Ride slides, tunnels and Ferris wheels at the City Museum
The City Museum of St Louis is actually a really fun museum! With slides and tunnels and many fun places to explore, this is probably one of the most fun museums you will ever visit. Even inch is creatively designed to ensure fun – it’s equally fun for kids and adults! You should also ride the Ferris wheel in the evening or when the sun is setting – best view ever!
City Museum
Address: 750 N 16th St, St. Louis, MO 63103, USA
Website: City Museum
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9am - 5pm; Fri - Sat: 8am - 12am; Sun: 11am - 5pm
Price: 14 USD onwards
9. Enjoy a day at the Missouri History Museum
The Missouri History Museum, which was founded in 1866, is a great place to go to learn some fun historical facts. If you are visiting St Louis alone, then I think the Missouri History Museum should be on your list of places to explore alone in St Louis because it is a great way to spend a few hours learning about the history of the place! The museum has various exhibitions which are put up only for a short period of time, so make sure to check out their website before you end up going.
Missouri History Museum
Address: 5700 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63112, USA
Website: Missouri History Museum
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm (daily)
Price: Free entry
10. Get a closer look at wild animals at the Saint Louis Zoo
What is a better way to spend the day than by watching animals in their semi-natural habit? Plan a trip to the Saint Louis Zoo – you will absolutely love it! First of all, the zoo has around 18,000 animals and birds for you to look at, so it is definitely worth the visit. From penguins to zebras, to bears, to eagles, to snails, you’ll find them all here. Don’t forget to follow a map, there’s so much to see and such little time.
Saint Louis Zoo
Address: Government Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
Website: Saint Louis Zoo
Opening hours: 9am - 5pm (daily)
Price: Free entry
11. Enjoy interactive learning at the Saint Louis Science Center
The Saint Louis Science Center was actually founded as a planetarium, and now it has over 700 interactive experiences. That means 700 ways for you to enjoy your solo trip to St Louis! You can explore everything here, from aerospace dynamics to food and farming, from plants and animals to physics and math. Basically, this is a fun place to learn something new!
Saint Louis Science Center
Address: 5050 Oakland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
Website: Saint Louis Science Center
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9am - 4:30pm; Sun: 11am - 4:30pm
Price: Free entry
12. Enjoy a few hours of ziplining in the Missouri Forest (from USD 76.0)
In this 90 minute adventure, you get to take as many as 10 series of zip lines! Talk about being adventurous on your solo trip to St Louis. In the middle of the Missouri forest, this zipline course is actually a lot of fun. It is a guided course, with all the required safety and precautions, so don’t worry about that. Just let loose and have fun while you zipline across the Missouri forest!
Zip Line Canopy Tour in St Louis
Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
Let's go to St Louis
As you might have noticed, most of the attractions in St Louis are free of cost! So, even if you’re on a really tight budget or you just want an inexpensive holiday, St Louis is the place to go. Check out this list of things to do by yourself in St. Louis and have a grand time!