Currency
United States Dollar (USD)
Language
English
Time Zone
CDT (UTC-5)
Best Time to Visit
Jun–Oct
Typical Duration
8-14 nights
Price Range
From $3,659 pp
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Mississippi River cruises exploring America's heartland with visits to historic river towns and cultural landmarks.
Cruises that visit Saint Louis, Missouri
- cruises to Saint Louis, Missouri
- Saint Louis, Missouri sailings
- Saint Louis, Missouri cruises
- 7-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 8-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 8-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 8-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 8-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 8-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 8-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 8-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 11-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 11-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 15-night American Cruise Lines cruise
Build Your Day in Saint Louis, Missouri
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
The Gateway Arch
It is worth spending time here to learn the history of St Louis Missouri.
Open · Closes 6 PM
Saint Louis Zoo
St louis is a great city to take vacation a lot free things to do.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Forest Park
It makes it easy to entertain and explore the world 🌎 and St Louis.
Open · Closes 10 PM
City Museum
It's one of the best attractions St. Louis has to offer.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Gateway Arch National Park
A must see and do if near St. Louis, MO.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Museum of Illusions - St. Louis
The Museum of Illusions in St. Louis was so fun and interactive.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Saint Louis Galleria
The largest and most beautiful shopping mall in Saint Louis
Open · Closes 7 PM
St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
Highly recommended this attraction if your in the downtown Saint Louis area.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Fitz's Delmar
Buzzing soda factory & American eatery
Open · Closes 8 PM
Grant's Farm
Definitely would recommend as a fun activity in the St. Louis area!
Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Pappy's Smokehouse
Excellent food as always, Good St. Louis environment and service was great.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
Broadway Oyster Bar
New Orleans-themed haunt with live music
Open · Closes 1:30 AM
Tower Grove Park
They recently added some basketball courts which is nice for St. Louis.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Sugarfire Smoke House
Would gladly return to St.Louis exclusively to eat here again!
Open · Closes 8 PM
St. Louis Premium Outlets
Lots of stores to shop in. Very clean, plenty of restrooms and safe.
Open · Closes 8 PM
Ballpark Village
Lots of shops with a sporting theme in mind.
Open · Closes 10 PM
West County Center
Many upscale shops and a big selection.
Open · Closes 8 PM
Zia's on The Hill
I would come to St Louis just for a meal here.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Stacked STL
Burgers are by far the best you will find in St. Louis, or anywhere.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Crown Candy Kitchen
Food and service is always great here.. a st louis staple..
Open · Closes 5 PM
Anthonino's Taverna
The toasted ravioli was the best I’d had in St Louis
Open · Closes 10 PM
Mid Rivers Mall
Clean mall small food court and great game room
Open · Closes 8 PM
The Gramophone
Highly Recommend trying the Mississippi Nights Club
Open · Closes 1:30 AM
The Fountain on Locust
The Fountain on Locust is my favorite place to eat in all of St. Louis.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Hampton Village Shopping Center
Good area to shop,reasonable prices ans friendly employees
Open · Closes 10 PM
Charlie Gitto's On the Hill
Old-school choice for Italian dining
Closed · Opens 5 PM
360 Rooftop Bar
Amazing food, amazing atmosphere, amazing views of Saint Louis.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Citygarden Sculpture Park
There are cool things to see... I was never bored.
Open · Closes 10 PM
St. Louis Union Station
This is also the place you can also ride the big St. Louis ferris wheel.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Up-Down STL
Awesome atmosphere, great selection of retro games and great bartenders
Closed · Opens 3 PM
Lava Island
... food options are good, clean facility, and so many fun things to do.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Sauce on the Side
THE CALZONE ROASTY TOASTY&MEAT ME IN THE LOU DELICIOUS FOOD!
Open · Closes 9 PM
Molly's In Soulard
Fun crowd, quality booze and service, lotta space.
Open · Closes 1:30 AM
Salt + Smoke
Cool BBQ restaurant with bourbon & beer
Open · Closes 9 PM
The District of St. Louis
Nice facilities with a decent selection of stores.
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Bogart's Smokehouse
Celebrated barbecue joint
Open · Closes 4 PM
Plaza Frontenac
Amazing specialty shops & fine dining restaurants are included in this area
Open · Closes 7 PM
Brentwood Square
Clean, easy to park, lots of great shops here
Open · Closes 10 PM
Tin Roof
Live music, great beer selection, delicious wings and fried pickles.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Hammerstone's
They have live music every night and it's a middle aged to older crowd.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Eleven Eleven Mississippi
Californian eatery with a wine emphasis
Open · Closes 9 PM
Olive + Oak
Absolutely one of best dining experiences in the Sanit Louis area!!
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Brasserie by Niche
French meals in a Parisian setting
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Carmine's Steak House
Food, service, and atmosphere was some of the best I’ve had in St. Louis.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
1860 Saloon, Game Room, & Hardshell Café
Fair priced drinks, amazing food, and even more amazing service / patrons.
Open · Closes 1:30 AM
STL City Grill
They got the best food in STL recommend it for everyone.
Open · Closes 1 AM
The St. Louis Wheel
Fun ride with some great views of downtown St Louis.
Open · Closes 9 PM
St Louis Escape
They did Blackbeard's escape room, mini golf, and the pinball arcade.
Closed · Opens 1 PM Wed
Benton Park Cafe & Coffee Bar
The coffee drinks were excellent, and the French toast was amazing.
Open · Closes 2 PM
Old Courthouse
Free and they have guided tours at different times.
Open · Closes 5 PM
St. Louis Riverfront
The riverboat tour with dinner and live music costs $65 per person.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Latté Lounge + HG Eatery
Cute space, and the latte flight was deliciously sweet.
Open · Closes 2 PM
Vicia
The atmosphere, service, menu, cocktails, and food were all exceptional.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
The Mural Mile
... run into a homeless camp, but the murals are worth the time to see.
Open 24 hours
The Crack Fox
Kind patrons, kind bartenders, great atmosphere, tons of events.
Closed · Opens 8 PM
Mississippi River Overlook
Three tier observation tower with views of downtown St Louis, MO.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Sidney Street Cafe
Subdued elegant old world atmosphere, Great wine list, fabulous food!
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Fiddlehead Fern Cafe
Friendly and fast service, great cortado, and yummy chive croissant 👌🏽
Closed · Opens 7 AM Wed
Protagonist Cafe
Good coffee, a variety of sweets and drinks, and a whimsical atmosphere.
Open · Closes 7 PM
Blood & Sand
The wagyu steak was phenomenal as well as the attentive service.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Sado
Reservations required·Private dining room·Great cocktails
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Eat Crow
The food was delicious, the vibe was chill and the bartenders were friendly.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Idol Wolf at 21c St. Louis
Happy hour food·Private dining room·Great cocktails
Closed · Opens 3 PM
Platypus
... for a night out with cheap drinks that actually taste good!
Closed · Opens 5 PM Wed
Trust
Awesome drink menu, great bartenders, and friendly patrons.
Open · Closes 2 PM
MountainHouse Cafe
Super friendly owners and staff, and delicious lattes!
Open · Closes 2 PM
Speakeasy Café
Friendly service, great coffee, and delicious muffins!
Open · Closes 3 PM
Food Hall
Affordable, large portion, and extremely flavorful.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Good Press Cafe at 21c St. Louis
best latte in Saint Louis with an unbeatable atmosphere.
Open · Closes 3 PM
St. Louis Union Station Mirror Maze
Loved pairing this with the zip line experience and Ferris wheel!
Open · Closes 5 PM
Prohibition
The drinks were FANTASTIC and the servers are very knowledgeable.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Rosa Cafe
Got the tiramisu latte and cheese burger bal buns and omg this is fantastic.
Open · Closes 4 PM
Missouri Threads
There is a great selection of souvenirs and great prices.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Saint Louis, Missouri
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Saint Louis, Missouri
Saint Louis, Missouri, has established itself as a vibrant hub for river cruising along the Mississippi. Two premier cruise lines—American Cruise Lines and Viking River Cruises—operate from this port, offering 123 upcoming cruises that showcase the heartland's natural beauty and historic charm. Whether you're embarking on your river adventure or joining a cruise as a port of call, Saint Louis serves as an ideal launching point for 8-night journeys that wind through iconic river towns including Dubuque, Hannibal, Saint Paul, La Crosse, and Davenport.
The peak cruising season runs from June through October, with August and September drawing the most travelers eager to experience the Mississippi's golden season. During your time in port, you'll discover a city rich with American history and culture, from world-class museums to the iconic Gateway Arch that dominates the skyline. Saint Louis offers the perfect blend of pre-cruise exploration and seamless embarkation logistics for your river voyage.
The peak cruising season runs from June through October, with August and September drawing the most travelers eager to experience the Mississippi's golden season. During your time in port, you'll discover a city rich with American history and culture, from world-class museums to the iconic Gateway Arch that dominates the skyline. Saint Louis offers the perfect blend of pre-cruise exploration and seamless embarkation logistics for your river voyage.
Cruise Lines at Saint Louis, Missouri
- American Cruise Lines (161 cruises)
- Viking River Cruises (23 cruises)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is USSTL?
USSTL refers to the Saint Louis port in Missouri, an official port on the Mississippi River.
What can I do near the Gateway Arch?
Visit the Gateway Arch, nearby museums, and riverfront parks with scenic views.
What are the coordinates of USSTL?
Latitude 38.61666667, Longitude -90.18333333.
Is USSTL near downtown Saint Louis?
Yes, it is located along the Mississippi River near downtown Saint Louis.