Welcome to St. Louis!
We are excited to welcome attendees of the 2024 Coalition Annual Meeting & Conference to St. Louis and to WashU!
With so much to explore and so little time, we decided to share a few highlights (and our favorite places).
Check out St. Louis
Whether you enjoy a quiet museum, and artist-built playground for all ages, or a peaceful stroll in the great outdoors, we’ve got a recommendation.
Or, you can check out the St. Louis Convention & Visitor’s Commission website for a complete list of must-see attractions.
Our staff highly recommends:
City Museum
Housed in an old shoe factory in Downtown St. Louis, City Museum is an ever-evolving, always-thrilling, artist-built playground full of weirdly wonderful spaces to explore.
750 N 16th Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
Gateway Arch National Park
The symbol of our city, the Gateway Arch reflects St. Louis’ role in the Westward Expansion of the United States during the nineteenth century. The park is a memorial to Thomas Jefferson’s role in opening the West, to the pioneers who helped shape its history, and to Dred Scott who sued for his freedom in the Old Courthouse.
11 North 4th Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
National Blues Museum
The National Blues Museum dives into the Blues, the foundation of all modern American music. The museum is about learning with a beat, mixing fun with interactive features and exhibits full of unforgettable artifacts.
615 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63101
Missouri Botanical Garden
Founded in 1859, the Missouri Botanical Garden is one of the nation’s oldest botanical gardens in continuous operation and a National Historic Landmark.
The Garden offers 79 acres of beautiful horticultural display, including a 14-acre Japanese strolling garden, historic architecture, and one of the world’s largest collections of rare and endangered flora.
4344 Shaw Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63110
Top Golf St. Louis – Midtown
A sports entertainment complex that features an inclusive, high-tech golf game, paired with a food and beverage menu, all-weather hitting bays and music.
3201 Chouteau
St. Louis, MO 63103
Forest Park
Some of the best things in St. Louis are just steps from WashU.
Forest Park, located just east of the Danforth Campus, is considered one of America’s greatest urban public parks. The park’s 1,300 acres feature beautiful landscapes sprinkled with jogging trails, bike paths, forests, nature reserves, lakes and streams. It’s also where you will find the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Saint Louis Science Center, the Saint Louis Zoo, and the Missouri History Museum.
Visit Forest ParkWhere to Eat
St. Louis has an amazing food scene. Trust us—we love to check out all the newest spots, and we’re not shy about sharing our favorites.
Looking for something specific? Check out Sauce Magazine. They have an amazing restaurant guide.
Here are few options that will take you to some amazing neighborhoods around campus:
Anthonino’s Taverna
A popular, family-owned eatery featuring authentic Greek and Italian specialties. Located on “The Hill” – a unique St. Louis neighborhood founded by Italian immigrants in the early 1800s.
While you’re here be sure to sample some toasted ravioli – a St. Louis icon!
2225 Macklind Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
City Foundry STL
Whatever you’re in the mood for, chances are the Food Hall at City Foundry STL has it. The Food Hall features 17 local restaurants, including gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian options.
Stay and explore the entertainment options at City Foundry STL – including Alamo Drafthouse, City Winery, and Puttshack mini golf. Or, find the perfect souvenir of your visit to St. Louis in one of the many locally-owned retail shops.
3730 Foundry Way
St. Louis, MO 63110
The Fountain
The Fountain on Locust is a St. Louis institution and a must-see for visitors to the Midtown area. The restaurant with its famous Art Deco interior holds the distinction of being St. Louis’s most photographed restaurant. Sky-high sundaes, scratch-made malts, and handmade candies pair nicely with fresh-made soups, sandwiches and salads.
A new location – The Fountain on Delmar – recently opened in Maker’s Locale, a new multi-purpose facility in the Delmar Maker District, alongside local favorites Steve’s Hot Dogs and Alpha Brewing Co.
The Fountain on Locust
3037 Locust Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
The Fountain on Delmar
5242 Delmar Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63108
Urban Chestnut Brewing Company
One of the over 60 craft breweries that call St. Louis home, Urban Chestnut operates two locations in the city.
The Grove Bierhall is a large, industrial space offering a wide selection of UCBC beer offerings and European-inspired cuisine. The Midtown Biergarten features an outdoor patio as well as an indoor tasting room serving burgers, sandwiches, fries, and more.
UCBC Grove Bierhall
4465 Manchester Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
UCBC Midtown Biergarten
3229 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103
More Recommendations
WashU Eats
Within a 20 minute walk of campus, you’ll find literally 100’s of dining options featuring both multinational and American favorites. Many of these options are found along Delmar Boulevard – named one of the “10 Great Streets in America.”
WashU Eats reviews are written by current students.
Good Eats with Chancellor Martin & Dr. G
Good Eats with Chancellor Martin and Dr. G is a food blog that showcases local restaurants and the people behind them. Schedules permitting, Dr. G and Chancellor Martin visit a new restaurant each month and share photos and recommendations.
