An experience but as the headline says book before you go to be assured of a trip to the top of US's tallest monument. Once you are at the summit you are able to get out of your capsule and walk around in an enclosed and safe feeling environment. Slanted windows enable you to look right down and away into... More

The Arch, which is the first place we take out-of-town guests to, commemorates the Jefferson-commissioned westward expansion river adventure of Lewis and Clark. With its parabolic shape, it is quite the architect's and engineer's dream!

So you climb aboard these really small pods that ascend at odd angles to the top, which is obviated by the fact that the geometry here is an "arch" by all means of the word. Ten dollars was the price of admission, which I think is a little steep, but you get to visit the underground museum of Westward Expansion,... More

Enjoy the views from the ground and the top at this National Park. Stand near the monument to understand just how big it is. Reserve the time for your "pod" ride in advance and take in the view from the top. The pods seat 5 adults-- be sure to duck before entering. A short smooth ride to the top brings... More

The Gateway Arch, which also serves as a monument to Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase, sits amid a beautiful green park with steps that lead down to the Mississippi River. It's a great location for spending a pleasant day with family and friends. A subterranean museum tells the story of America's expansion with interesting exhibits, and small capsules whisk... More

I probably wouldn't have gone up in the arch if my step-dad hadn't offered to pay. My 9-year-old isn't all that thrilled by views. But it was actually more fun than I thought it would be. They certainly have an amazing system down for getting huge numbers of people through. They were friendly and efficient and that was nice. As... More

If you have never been to the top - go. If you do not like small spaces - stay on the ground floor. Buy your tickets in advance to ensure a trip to the top..

The Arch is a national landmark. It's got an "Gateway Museum" in the bottom, and the egg-shaped pods that take up up are small but interesting. You can see quite a view from the top. It would be a shame to pass on the Arch while in St. Louis

We took a 2 pm tram to the top, as the fog took hours to burn off. The museum area is very educational. Well run and organized attraction. Took lots of photos up top, and was happy that they came out so well. Small thick windows usually prohibit good picture taking. Take as many as you can. A very impressive... More