What is St. Louis, MO known for?

On the banks of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers, St. Louis is known for its baseball, beer and what is probably the most famous arch that isn't part of a fast food logo. Read on to learn more about the Gateway to the West. 1. It's named for King Louis IX. read more

While St. Louis’ culinary tastes were once the butt of a Wikipedia joke, the area known as the Hill offers some of the best Italian food in the country, and is the birthplace of the St. Louis specialty toasted ravioli. 19. read more

The Saint Louis Zoo is considered one of the best zoos in the country. And, it is located on the historic site for the 1904 World’s Fair. 4. Yes, that movie, Meet Me in St. Louis, was actually based on true events! The 1904 Worlds Fair celebrated the Louisiana Purchase with the invention of the ice-cream cone and introduction of Dr. Pepper. 5. St. read more