Plan Your Trip to St. Charles, MO
Welcome to St. Charles, MO, where you can experience the beauty of a city that has been welcoming visitors since 1769! From its historic roots as an important river port for western expansion to its modern-day charm, Saint Charles continues to appeal to visitors of all ages and interests time and time again.
Ready to plan your next visit to St. Charles? Here’s how to get started.
Trip Ideas
St. Charles offers fun activities in all four seasons, but visitors and locals alike agree that the city is especially beautiful over the holiday season when twinkling lights and holiday spirit fill the streets. For the ultimate Christmas getaway, there’s no better place than historic St. Charles, MO, the heart of the city. Main Street in St. Charles comes alive during the annual Christmas Traditions® festival and offers no shortage of excellent places to stay in St. Charles, MO.
Wine lovers will also enjoy experiencing Missouri’s wine making history first-hand with a trip to Historic Missouri Wine Country. Indulge in tasting local favorites to discover your perfect wine pairing. Seeking out a romantic getaway? St. Charles is the picturesque site of many engagements, weddings, bridal showers, and bachelor and bachelorette parties. Still, if you’re just in the dating phase, you’ll find plenty of romantic options to enjoy with your significant other.
And St. Charles isn’t just for the lovebirds. Full of family-friendly activities, dining, outdoor experiences, and events, St. Charles is the perfect place to bring the entire family, offering fun for all ages, even the smallest kiddos!
Transportation
Be sure to check out a St. Charles map before your visit to get acquainted with the area. Conveniently located just off Highway 70 and only 10 minutes from St. Louis Lambert International Airport, getting here is simple, and navigating the historic district is just as easy.
You’ll find that the historic district is walkable, with a nearly one-mile long stretch full of shops and restaurants on Main Street. There are several places to stay within walking distance of Main Street, too.
If you want to explore a bit beyond Main Street, hop on the free trolley. It runs on Fridays and weekends from May through December, making it convenient to visit nearby spots like the Streets of St. Charles and Ameristar Casino. If you plan to venture further out, taxi and rideshare services are readily available to whisk you where you want to go.
Planning Services
Whatever might bring you to St. Charles, we are here to help you plan your weekend getaway, family vacation, destination wedding, perfect event, meeting or convention, or even help you rediscover your own city.
There are lots of ways we can help:
If you're already in Saint Charles, be sure to stop by our Tourism Center, conveniently located on Historic Main Street at the corner of South Main and First Capitol Drive. We have friendly staff and ambassadors who know and love St. Charles and the region. You can pick up a Discover Saint Charles Magazine, a Map of St. Charles, event listings, brochures, flyers, and more. You can also sign up for our e-newsletter to learn about the latest events and happenings.
Additional planning information can be found below:
