Self-Guided Podcast Tour St. Louis: Engineering the Gateway City

New2 h 3 minFree cancellationBy Red Thread

About this activity

Walk the edge where mathematics meets the Mississippi. From the classical masonry of the Old Courthouse to Eero Saarinen's 630-foot catenary curve, this walking tour uncovers the physics, political ruthlessness, and human grit that remade the St. Louis riverfront. Discover how Hannskarl Bandel solved pure compression, how James Buchanan Eads gambled on alloy steel, and how forty historic blocks were erased to build a national monument over a buried highway.

- A 3.5 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 123 min

- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and Art, Design & Aesthetics

- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals

- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

✓Verified facts woven into an engaging story
✓Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
✓Precise navigation between the stops
✓Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Meeting and pickup

From St. Louis's main station, take local public transport toward Luther Ely Smith Square and Highway Lid. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to 20 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO 63102. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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