St. Louis Trip Cost Calculator
St. Louis costs $75-120/day for budget travelers. Gateway Arch and remarkable free attractions in the heart of America.
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St. Louis Budget Guide
Your St. Louis Budget at a Glance
St. Louis offers remarkable value with free attractions. Budget travelers should expect $75-120 per day, mid-range travelers $150-260 per day, and luxury seekers $380+ per day.
Where Your Money Goes
Most attractions are free. Food is affordable. Transit works. The good news: free zoo, free art museum, free science center, and affordable Cardinals tickets.
Budget Traveler Tips
Maximize your dollar by:
- Visiting free Forest Park attractions
- Taking MetroLink from airport
- Eating on The Hill
- Watching the Arch for free
- Catching a Cardinals game
Money-Saving Tips
Visit Free Zoo
One of the best zoos in America. Always free.
Save $25-40Explore Free Forest Park
Zoo, Art Museum, Science Center, History Museum - all free.
Save $50-100 per dayTake MetroLink from Airport
Direct to downtown for $2.50.
Save $25-35 vs taxiEat on The Hill
Italian neighborhood with great food at reasonable prices.
Save $10-20 per mealBest Time to Visit
Prices can vary by 30% depending on the season
Peak Season (More Expensive)
- Cardinals Home Games
- Fair St. Louis (July 4)
- Spring/Fall
Low Season (Best Deals)
- January - February
- November
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