Gateway Arch National Park
National Park · Missouri
NPS photo/Jennifer Clark
About Gateway Arch National Park
Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, and Dred and Harriet Scott, who sued for their freedom in the Old Courthouse.
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Activities
Operating Hours
Gateway Arch Visitor Center, Museum, and Ride to the Top
The Gateway Arch is open year-round, closed only on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Summer Hours (9am-6pm, Sunday through Thursday and 9am-8pm Friday and Saturday) run the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend and are the primary visitor season. During Regular Hours (the day after Labor Day through Friday before Memorial Day) we are open from 9am to 6pm. Around the holidays we occasionally have extended hours.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 9:00AM - 6:00PM | 9:00AM - 6:00PM | 9:00AM - 6:00PM | 9:00AM - 6:00PM | 9:00AM - 6:00PM | 9:00AM - 6:00PM | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
Gateway Arch Grounds
The park grounds are open daily, year round.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 5:00AM - 11:00PM | 5:00AM - 11:00PM | 5:00AM - 11:00PM | 5:00AM - 11:00PM | 5:00AM - 11:00PM | 5:00AM - 11:00PM | 5:00AM - 11:00PM |
Old Courthouse
The Old Courthouse renovation is complete, and it is now open to the public.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Gateway Arch National Park?
Timed Entry Reservation - Location: $19.00. Prices vary by date of visit. Begin your tour with an interactive pre-boarding experience featuring 60s-inspired animation and Gateway Arch trivia. Then, be transported 630 feet to the top of Arch for exhilarating views. Please allow 45 - 60 minutes for your Tram Ride to the Top experience. Adult (16 and up): Starting at $15 Child (3-15): Starting at $11 Infant (2 and under): FREE Park Pass Holder: Starting at $12 Tickets available at www.gatewayarch.com
What are the best activities at Gateway Arch National Park?
Popular activities at Gateway Arch National Park include: Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Road Biking, Food, Dining, Picnicking, Guided Tours.
What is the weather like at Gateway Arch National Park?
Normal Daily Mean Temperature (in degrees Fahrenheit)* January - 29.3 February - 33.9 March - 45.1 April - 56.7 May - 66.1 June - 75.4 July - 79.8 August - 77.6 September - 70.2 October - 58.4 November - 46.2 December - 33.9 Average Percent of Days with Sunshine* January - 50% February - 52% March - 54% April - 56% May - 59% June - 66% July - 68% August - 65% September - 63% October - 60% November - 46% December - 53% *Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
How do I get to Gateway Arch National Park?
For directions click on the provided link
Entrance Fees
Prices vary by date of visit. Begin your tour with an interactive pre-boarding experience featuring 60s-inspired animation and Gateway Arch trivia. Then, be transported 630 feet to the top of Arch for exhilarating views. Please allow 45 - 60 minutes for your Tram Ride to the Top experience. Adult (16 and up): Starting at $15 Child (3-15): Starting at $11 Infant (2 and under): FREE Park Pass Holder: Starting at $12 Tickets available at www.gatewayarch.com
Weather
Normal Daily Mean Temperature (in degrees Fahrenheit)* January - 29.3 February - 33.9 March - 45.1 April - 56.7 May - 66.1 June - 75.4 July - 79.8 August - 77.6 September - 70.2 October - 58.4 November - 46.2 December - 33.9 Average Percent of Days with Sunshine* January - 50% February - 52% March - 54% April - 56% May - 59% June - 66% July - 68% August - 65% September - 63% October - 60% November - 46% December - 53% *Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Directions
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