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Post by chirpingcricket on Nov 4, 2017 16:03:48 GMT
I'm meeting my sister in St. Louis for the French bulldog something-or-other. She's manning the French Bulldog Rescue Network booth at least a few hours Monday-Thursday of next week, so we'll have plenty of time to explore when she's not with the Frenchies.
Usually I am a research fiend who has a detailed itinerary planned when I go on vacation; this time, all I can summon the energy to do is every once in a while start a search on TripAdvisor, get overwhelmed, and give up.
My sister and my husband will go up in the Arch. I did it 1991 and won't make that mistake again during this lifetime.
I dearly loved the art museum. (Again, 'way back in 1991.)
Other than those two things, I am clueless. I have a friend who lives in O'Fallon, but she loathes St. Louis and won't say a nice word about it. When I asked for her help, she just kept repeating, "I will not go to St. Louis."
So do y'all have any recommendations? I can't believe it's as awful as my friend thinks it is. We're actually staying in a cabin on a little lake outside of town. I'd like to try some locally owned, one-of-a-kind eateries/BBQ joints/dives. I'm into art, gardens, and historic houses. Dear Hubby loves beer; Darlin' Sister loves wine. Any suggestions? Thank you in advance!
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Post by LeaP on Nov 4, 2017 16:22:03 GMT
The City Museum is awesome and Pappy's BBQ. ...oh and Ted Drews. The City Museum is a one of a kind experience. It has all sorts of facades saved from old buildings, a nine story slide, a school bus welded on the roof. It is definitely worth a visit. Pappy's BBQ is delicious. Truth be told, there are other equally delicious places, but it also has good ambiance. Ted Drews is this soft serve ice cream place that makes "concretes". The ice cream is amazing. If you have time, check out "The Hill". It is St. L's little Italy. I like Volpi the cold cut shop. They supply Trader Joe's and many others. Soulard Market is a old style farmer's market with a spice shop within. I always tell my husband (who is from STL) that if he decides to move back we will be living in the nearby lofts converted from old industrial building. The Budweiser tour is pretty good as is the zoo. St. Louis is a great town to visit with great food. Have a fantastic time. ETA: My husband's brothers live in a suburb south of the city and, like your friend, eye the city suspiciously. I grew up in NYC and love, love exploring cities that are not saturated with gentrification and still have character and grit. p.s. My girls would love a French bulldog should you encounter a herd of feral bulldogs  on the banks of the Mississippi River. We could name him Huck Finn. SaveSave |
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Post by chirpingcricket on Nov 4, 2017 16:50:50 GMT
The City Museum is awesome and Pappy's BBQ. ...oh and Ted Drews. The City Museum is a one of a kind experience. It has all sorts of facades saved from old buildings, a nine story slide, a school bus welded on the roof. It is definitely worth a visit. Pappy's BBQ is delicious. Truth be told, there are other equally delicious places, but it also has good ambiance. Ted Drews is this soft serve ice cream place that makes "concretes". The ice cream is amazing. If you have time, check out "The Hill". It is St. L's little Italy. I like Volpi the cold cut shop. They supply Trader Joe's and many others. Soulard Market is a old style farmer's market with a spice shop within. I always tell my husband (who is from STL) that if he decides to move back we will be living in the nearby lofts converted from old industrial building. The Budweiser tour is pretty good as is the zoo. St. Louis is a great town to visit with great food. Have a fantastic time. ETA: My husband's brothers live in a suburb south of the city and, like your friend, eye the city suspiciously. I grew up in NYC and love, love exploring cities that are not saturated with gentrification and still have character and grit. p.s. My girls would love a French bulldog should you encounter a herd of feral bulldogs on the banks of the Mississippi River. We could name him Huck Finn. SaveSaveThis is really, really helpful; thank you so much! ROFL about the feral French bulldogs, too! My sister has adored her rescued puppies; her first was a retired puppy mill dam who had lived a really rough life. Amy spent a fortune getting that first dog's feet fixed, and the poor dear got cancer and died just months after her last foot surgery. Then Amy fostered a boy dog, and now she has adopted another senior lady. I love their funny little woofs and growls; they're just adorable! We're taking our corgi with us for this St. Louis adventure. I need to research how dog-friendly St. Louis is. I told my sister and husband that I would watch the dogs while they go up in the Arch! |
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Post by Basket1lady on Nov 4, 2017 17:06:20 GMT
There is a vast visitor center and museum under the arch. If you don't care to go up into the arch, you can spend some time down in the visitor center. The park is a nice area to walk around and it's fun to take photos of the arch from different vantage points.
Other than that, I got nothing. We were there 10 years ago and stayed with friends on Scott AFB. I don't remember any really rough areas, but we probably weren't in that part of town.
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Post by snyder on Nov 4, 2017 20:25:42 GMT
We 2nd the City Museum. That was fun to look at all the different creativeness throughout the building. We toured the Basilica CathedralFritz Rootbeer Bottling was a fun place to eat. You could watch them bottle different sodas while eating huge portions of yummy food as well as sample some of the different soda flavors. We found Grant's Farm fun as well, but might have limited hours for the winter. I'm sure you will find something interesting to do. |
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Post by coaliesquirrel on Nov 4, 2017 21:34:49 GMT
We enjoy the Butterfly House and go there once a year or every other year probably (we're in StL about 3-4 times a year for dance competitions). It's not something I'd spend all day doing, as it's really just a dome with butterflies flying around in it and just a couple other exhibits. Neat place, though, especially if you're into photography or something. Know that it's very warm inside the dome, so if it's cold outside you might want to layer.
The City Museum is fantastic for sure.
St. Charles has a lovely quaint downtown with lots of cute & unique shops.
We always make a point to get Imo's pizza while we're there - super thin and SO delicious!!
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Post by alexa11 on Nov 4, 2017 21:37:46 GMT
I'm meeting my sister in St. Louis for the French bulldog something-or-other. She's manning the French Bulldog Rescue Network booth at least a few hours Monday-Thursday of next week, so we'll have plenty of time to explore when she's not with the Frenchies. Usually I am a research fiend who has a detailed itinerary planned when I go on vacation; this time, all I can summon the energy to do is every once in a while start a search on TripAdvisor, get overwhelmed, and give up. My sister and my husband will go up in the Arch. I did it 1991 and won't make that mistake again during this lifetime. I dearly loved the art museum. (Again, 'way back in 1991.) Other than those two things, I am clueless. I have a friend who lives in O'Fallon, but she loathes St. Louis and won't say a nice word about it. When I asked for her help, she just kept repeating, "I will not go to St. Louis." So do y'all have any recommendations? I can't believe it's as awful as my friend thinks it is. We're actually staying in a cabin on a little lake outside of town. I'd like to try some locally owned, one-of-a-kind eateries/BBQ joints/dives. I'm into art, gardens, and historic houses. Dear Hubby loves beer; Darlin' Sister loves wine. Any suggestions? Thank you in advance! You must post some pics of the Frenchies!!! |
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Post by lisacharlotte on Nov 4, 2017 22:59:34 GMT
We stayed one night m in January right by the arch. I was surprised at how little there was to do downtown. All the cool spots seem to be away from the city center which was disappointing.
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on the banks of the Mississippi River. We could name him Huck Finn.
