In addition to the tram, there's also an hourlong riverboat cruise along the Mississippi River from March to November. If you're riding the tram to the top, you'll have to go through an airport-style security line, so budget an additional 30 minutes to successfully get through security before boarding your tram. Keep in mind: The tram is not accessible for wheelchairs or strollers, and there are no restrooms at the top of the Gateway Arch. From the indoor observation deck at the top of the arch, you can see as far as 30 miles on a clear day. Louis, the Lewis and Clark Expedition and more at the Museum at the Gateway Arch, which is located beneath the arch and houses six galleries.įor those who want to head to the top of the Gateway Arch (63 stories high), a tram ticket is required. Visitors can learn more about the arch's construction, Colonial St.
It rises 630 feet into the air and spans 630 feet from leg to leg. The stainless steel Gateway Arch – an engineering marvel – was designed and submitted by Eero Saarinen during a national competition in the mid-1940s. This national park and its famous arch are dedicated to the country's westward expansion.
