Gateway Arch National Park
Official park boundary · National Park Service
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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.
Gateway Arch National Park is a national park of the United States located in St. Louis, Missouri, near the starting point of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
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Normal Daily Mean Temperature (in degrees Fahrenheit)* January - 29.3 February - 33.9 March - 45.1 April - 56.7 May - 66.1 June - 75.4 July - 79.8 August - 77.6 September - 70.2 October - 58.4 November - 46.2 December - 33.9 Average Percent of Days with Sunshine* January - 50% February - 52% March - 54% April - 56% May - 59% June - 66% July - 68% August - 65% September - 63% October - 60% November - 46% December - 53% *Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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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.
Park facts, fees, and activities confirmed against the National Park Service registry.
National Park Service registryChecked 2026-08-04
- Visit the Old Courthouse
One of Gateway Arch National Park's visitor centers
- Visit the Brick Mural
The Tucker Theater mural at Gateway Arch National Park honors those who made the Arch possible. Created by artist Jay Tschetter, it features a 13-foot steel Arch model, construction scenes, and national landmarks. Made from 2,500 sculpted bricks, it was dedicated in 1998.
- Explore the Museum under the Gateway Arch
The Museum at the Gateway Arch covers 200 years of history about the westward expansion of the United States with an emphasis on St. Louis’ important role during that era.
- Report for Duty
Designed for visitors 5-12 (but open to all!) the Junior Ranger program is designed to help young visitors learn more about the people, places and events related to St. Louis history and westward expansion in the 1800s.
- Become a Trails & Rails Guide
Have fun riding the train and sharing St. Louis area history!
- A View From the Top
Tram Ride to the Top: Getting there is part of the adventure. Enjoy stunning views from the top of America's tallest monument.
- Rise to the West
Ascend the Grand Staircase or gently sloping ramps to the top for a fantastic view of the mighty Mississippi River.
- Gateway Arch Wellness Challenge
Gateway Arch National Park offers you multiple opportunities to improve your health through physical, mental and learning challenges.
Source: National Park Service
Where is Gateway Arch National Park?
Gateway Arch National Park is in Missouri.
When was Gateway Arch National Park established?
Gateway Arch National Park was established in 2018.
How big is Gateway Arch National Park?
Gateway Arch National Park covers 0 square miles (193 acres).
Does Gateway Arch National Park have a visitor center?
Yes. Gateway Arch National Park has 2 visitor centers: Gateway Arch Visitor Center, Old Courthouse.
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