Historic Lafayette Square Shared Walking Tour


1 hour
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

By the end of the civil war St. Louis had more than a few wealthy citizens and no particular "it" spot for them to sink their money. That's when America’s first city park west of the Mississippi began to garner an elite reputation. Socialite names in St Louis had their gorgeous three-story Victorians built here. Little did those people know that a natural disaster would change Lafayette Square forever. We talk about the neighborhood history, explore the park and stroll the streets of the neighborhood.

***please write your preferred tour time in the “special requirements“ section and you will be contacted after purchase to coordinate your booking.

Inclusions

  • All Fees and Taxes

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Lafayette Square, Missouri St at Park Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63104

We will proceed down historic Mississippi Ave while talking about the architectural details and historic figures that make up Lafayette Square. Some of our historic figures will include famed riverboat Captain and friend to mark twain Horace Bixby and Union Station architect Theodore link. Then we will explore the park itself.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
pmshaw
February 2023

Tim was extremely knowledgeable and polite. He shared many historical accounts and stories to make the tour very pleasant.

Cynthia_F
September 2022

I mostly enjoyed seeing the architecture more closely and hearing about the newer buildings that they really worked to look as old as those around them. I also appreciated the slower pace that was possible since we were the only ones on this tour time.

craig_s
August 2022

Our guide was very knowledgeable of the history of the area and even the succession of various historic structures in the neighborhood.

Kay_A
June 2022

Tim Metcalf was engaging, knowledgeable, paced our tour well to accommodate my disability and was there to meet us even before our appointed time. He spoke to each one of us in our group, including us all. He answered questions, relayed new fun facts about history of the area and the people wh...

Subscribe to our newsletter

© 2024 TourMega™. All Rights Reserved.
from US$28.50 /