The 9 Places You Should Go In St. Louis In 2018
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Nikki Rhoades
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In The Gateway City, there is much to see and do. Our city provides a gateway to culture, great food, and camaraderie, and 2018 is promising to be one of the best years yet. To kickstart a year of memory-making, check out these incredible local places:
Buckle up and kick back, because a trip via Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner is the best route to adventure. The ride from St. Louis to Kansas City takes 5 hours 40 minutes each direction, but you could easily stop at any of the stations along the way and explore the wonders of a nearby city. The best part? It's super affordable! Tickets for reserved coach seats start at $30 and business class seats cost $48. For the full article, click here.
As the oldest soda fountain in St. Louis, you know Crown Candy Kitchen has to be good! Not only are the goodies super sweet, the retro atmosphere is, too. In just one visit you'll understand why locals have loved their confections for over a century. For the full article, click here.
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No matter how many times you visit this innovative art display, it never gets old. Laumeier Sculpture Park features 105 acres and over 60 ginormous sculptures. For the full article, click here.
There is nothing like ice cream from this local shop to cure a sweet tooth craving. With incredible new flavors being invented each month, you can choose to eat adventurously or stick to the classics with a picture-perfect banana split. For the full article, click here.
The unrivaled beauty of Klondike Park makes it a superb place to steal away to. With fishing, boating, hiking, and cabins with full electric hookups, this dreamy destination sets the scene for an unforgettable camping trip. For the full article, click here.
Stone Hill Winery is perfectly picturesque, a quaint countryside winery with an abundance of scenic views and delicious wine. For more than 169 years, the winery has served the region, and there is certainly a reason it has lasted so long... believe me when I say that these flavors speak for themselves. For the full article, click here.
Tucked away in the middle of 7,500 wooded acres is pure paradise. This romantic resort is nestled against Lake Aspen, offering scenic views in the heart of Missouri wilderness. For the full article, click here.
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You will love dining in a genuine, old-fashioned whistle stop, and it can be found right here in St. Louis! In train terminology, a whistle stop was a stop along a route that would only be used if someone requested to stop at that depot. Today, the stop serves up Midwestern comforts like soup and sandwiches in a mini train museum. For the full article, click here.
As one of the most popular rivers around St. Louis, it is no surprise that locals love this picturesque Cuivre River State Park. It is stunning any time of day, making its 12 walking and hiking trails a beauteous way to spend a day. For the full article, click here.
Make 2018 a memorable year by spending some of its loveliest days at these St. Louisan favorites. What is on the top of your 2018 bucket list? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
For more 2018 must-see destinations, check out these historic St. Louis neighborhoods.
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