Saint Louis Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour Discount Tickets

Get your discount tickets for the St. Louis & Gateway Arch NP Self Guided Walk & Drive Audio Tour, save up to 9% !

Overview

Discover the Riverfront City with a self-guided walking-and-driving audio tour that moves at your pace! Explore the Gateway Arch and the surrounding landmarks, including the Old Courthouse, the Basilica, and the Customs House. Along the way, you’ll hear the many tales that live on here, from Lewis and Clark to the history of the Blues. Then, drive into Forest Park to see the World’s Fair Pavilion, wave hello to the animals at the zoo, and finish up the day at the Art Museum. Pause where you want, skip what you don't, and explore the stories that interest you most. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Begin from 698 Chestnut St, St. Louis, MO 63101, USA. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

End Point

End point

End point: Dennis & Judith Jones Visitor & Education Center

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Gateway Arch National Park
Over 170 architects from across the country submitted designs. Out of all the designs, it was Finnish-American Eero Saarinen’s crazy arch design that turned heads. It went against all ideas about what a monument ought to look like. And it wasn’t just about commemorating western expansion but also about marking the modern age. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. The tour is over 10.5 miles long, with more than 47 audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.
2. Kiener Plaza Park
Kiener was born and raised here in St. Louis, and throughout his youth gained a reputation as quite the sportsman. He made a name for himself in many sports, including boxing, wrestling, and swimming. He even participated in the 1904 Olympic games as part of the US track team.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France
While much of the area was bought up during the making of Gateway Arch National Park, there was one exception: The Old Cathedral. The Old Cathedral had always been a staple of the St. Louis community.
Duration: 25 mins
4. The Old Post Office and Custom House
The twin pillars and fortress-like design are great examples of French Second Empire architecture. If it seems a little out of place, that was kind of the point! Following the Civil War, cities like St. Louis were reeling from losing the war. Officials wanted to restore pride back to local communities. So in 1873, Alfred Mullett was commissioned to design something to remind folks of St. Louis’s French roots.
5. St. Louis Public Library - Central Library
When we reach the intersection of Locust and 13th, we’ll see the St. Louis Public Library on our left. You can’t miss this grand stone structure. The library system originally opened in 1865, though not in this building.
Duration: 15 mins
6. New Masonic Temple
Just past the next intersection, you’ll see a grand, multi-layered stone structure on our right with giant columns out front and huge bronze doors. This used to be a Freemason temple, though they sold it in 2017. The Freemasons are a fraternal, closed membership society that has temples and groups all over the world.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Forest Park Forever
We’re about to enter Forest Park. This massive 1,300-acre park dates back to 1876 and is the heart of downtown St. Louis. For comparison, New York City’s Central Park is only 843 acres!
Duration: 10 mins
8. St. Louis Zoo
This is one of many attractions built specifically for the World’s Fair in 1904 that happened to be too good to just throw away. Originally, though, it wasn’t a proper zoo. It was just an aviary on loan from Washington D.C. and a few exotic animal exhibits.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Saint Louis Art Museum
That’s King Louis IX of France! Known as the Apotheosis of St. Louis, this statue is actually a replica of the original.
Duration: 10 mins
10. Emerson Grand Basin
During the World’s Fair, this basin was the center of attention. All the temporary exhibition buildings were situated around this body of water, meaning that everyone who visited got to take in this gorgeous view.
Duration: 10 mins
11. Dennis & Judith Jones Visitor & Education Center
We’ve reached the end of our tour. The visitor center is just ahead, and parking is on the right. I highly recommend parking here, grabbing a map, and spending more time here in Forest Park.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.

Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.

Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.

Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.

Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.

Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.

One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.

Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.

Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.

Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

Exclusion

No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.

Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.

At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.

Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.

Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.

More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.

Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.

Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.

Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For walking portions, we recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing others nearby.

Supplied by History with Action

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