National Park · Midwest · MO
Gateway Arch National Park
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, and Dred and Harriet Scott, who sued for their freedom in the Old Courthouse.
Location
38.6258, -90.1893
Hours & fees
Gateway Arch Visitor Center, Museum, and Ride to the Top
The Gateway Arch is open year-round, closed only on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Summer Hours (9am-6pm, Sunday through Thursday and 9am-8pm Friday and Saturday) run the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend and are the primary visitor season. During Regular Hours (the day after Labor Day through Friday before Memorial Day) we are open from 9am to 6pm. Around the holidays we occasionally have extended hours.
| Monday | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
Gateway Arch Grounds
The park grounds are open daily, year round.
| Monday | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
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| Tuesday | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
| Thursday | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
| Friday | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
| Saturday | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
| Sunday | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
Old Courthouse
The Old Courthouse renovation is complete, and it is now open to the public.
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
- Timed Entry Reservation - Location — $19.00
Prices vary by date of visit. Begin your tour with an interactive pre-boarding experience featuring 60s-inspired animation and Gateway Arch trivia. Then, be transported 630 feet to the top of Arch for exhilarating views. Please allow 45 - 60 minutes for your Tram Ride to the Top experience. Adult (16 and up): Starting at $15 Child (3-15): Starting at $11 Infant (2 and under): FREE Park Pass Holder: Starting at $12 Tickets available at www.gatewayarch.com
Activities
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Food
- Dining
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Boat Tour
- Junior Ranger Program
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs