St. Louis is a vibrant city with so many things to see and do. We may think of summertime as the best time to do things in and around town, but the winters are truly magical, and there is no lack of winter getaways near St. Louis. Open your mind to exploration, step out of your normal routine, and it will be easy to see that there’s simply no place like right here at home.
Stay: Get Away For A Day Or A Weekend
Not enough time for a vacation? How about a staycation at one of our local boutique accommodations?
1. Angad Arts Hotel
For a truly unique experience, check out the Angad Arts Hotel, an immersive experience that invites guests to relax in creatively designed spaces, inspired dining, and room colors that can be chosen based on how you are feeling at the time.
2. The Chesire Hotel
If living in the lap of luxury and being waited on hand and foot is your style, The Cheshire Hotel is for you. Fireplace rooms, high-end amenities, and three great restaurants on the property. There’s even a Starbucks on site, so you don’t ever miss that caffeine fix. Go ahead. You deserve it.
3. Moonrise Hotel
Located in the Delmar Loop, the Moonrise Hotel is the perfect place to settle in for a couple of days while you explore St. Louis’ hippest haunts. The award-winning Eclipse Restaurant will wow you with creative contemporary cuisine, and the rooftop Twilight Room is perfect for those romantic moments.
Eat: Indulge Your Inner Foodie
Do your taste buds inform your leisure time? St. Louis is not devoid of opportunities to treat yourself.
1. The Chocolate Pig
For lunch, dinner or a late-night sweet tooth indulgence, The Chocolate Pig is ready to tempt your palate. It’s a local favorite, and whether you’re with your squeeze or your BFF, it never disappoints. Expect mind-blowing plating and an unforgettable flavor experience, and you won’t be far off the mark.
2. Zia’s on the Hill
If you are a fan of classic Italian food, Zia’s is your kind of place. For the past 25-plus years, this family-owned and operated eatery has been serving up all your favorites from calamari to house-made pasta, Saltimbocca, and lasagna to the best cannoli you’ve ever had.
3. Gamlin Whiskey House
If you are an aficionado of fine whiskey, Gamlin Whiskey House is a must-visit. Aside from being one of the best steakhouses in the country, it boasts one of the largest collections of whiskey from around the world that you might have ever seen. They’ve got 135 types of American whiskey, 21 Canadian whiskeys, 35 Irish, and 61 Scotch whiskeys for your imbibing pleasure.
Play: Indoor Events Around St. Louis
Winter is all about cocooning, finding comfort and warmth in welcoming places. However, you need to get out once in a while to stretch your legs and your mind. Here are some great indoor spots around St. Louis that will help you pass the time while you wait for spring.
1. Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
Located in the midtown Grand Center Arts District, the Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) houses dozens of theaters, galleries, museums, and concert halls in a 27,000 square-foot building, offering an extensive collection and thought-provoking exhibits of contemporary art all year-round.
2. International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum
Photography and camera buffs alike will lose themselves in this gallery and exhibition space dedicated to preserving the past and educating the public to photographic history. Their exhibits pay tribute to the people and the technology that shaped the science of photography. Located in the Grand Center Arts District, their permanent collection includes thousands of images from over 500 photographers.
3. The Fabulous Fox Theatre
Constructed in 1928, The Fabulous Fox Theatre was designed to be a showplace like no other. Built in an architectural style called Siamese Byzantine, its opulent interior features dramatic columns, terrazzo floors, leather-lined elevators, and 4500 seats, each of which provides a perfect vantage point to see and hear a show. Its decline and subsequent revival and restoration have brought the theatre back to its original luster, adding å state-of-the-art surround sound system and expanding to accommodate elaborate touring productions like Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon. Seeing a show here is a must-have St. Louis experience, and there’s always something new to look forward to.
St. Louis is a city of wonder. From culture to adventure, we’ve got it all. If you are lucky enough to live here, you’ll know why it’s home. And, like you, we wouldn’t have it any other way.
