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  • Visiting the Gateway Arch: Enter the monument through the Gateway Arch Visitor Center, which faces Fourth Street and the Old Courthouse. The Gateway Arch legs are exits only. Please allow at least 30 minutes to go through security. Tickets sell out early and often, advance reservations are strongly recommended. Pending availability, additional tickets may be available for same-day purchase beginning at 9am each day through our website, call center, and ticket center at the Gateway Arch. Same-day ticket availability is not guaranteed and sells out early and often.

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A National Park Service Ranger holds a photo of the construction of the Gateway Arch and speaks to guests during a Coffee with a Ranger event at Gateway Arch National Park. (Photo provided by NPS)

Coffee with a Ranger


Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Ever wonder what it’s like working for the National Park Service? Pick up a cup of Joe or another […]

A National Park Service Ranger holds a photo of the construction of the Gateway Arch and speaks to guests during a Coffee with a Ranger event at Gateway Arch National Park. (Photo provided by NPS)

Coffee with a Ranger


Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Ever wonder what it’s like working for the National Park Service? Pick up a cup of Joe or another […]

A National Park Service Ranger holds a photo of the construction of the Gateway Arch and speaks to guests during a Coffee with a Ranger event at Gateway Arch National Park. (Photo provided by NPS)

Coffee with a Ranger


Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Ever wonder what it’s like working for the National Park Service? Pick up a cup of Joe or another […]

Monarch Butterfly on pink flowers

National Public Lands Day


Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Gateway Arch National Park on Saturday, September 24! National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event […]

A National Park Service Ranger holds a photo of the construction of the Gateway Arch and speaks to guests during a Coffee with a Ranger event at Gateway Arch National Park. (Photo provided by NPS)

Coffee with a Ranger


Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Ever wonder what it’s like working for the National Park Service? Pick up a cup of Joe or another […]

A National Park Service Ranger holds a photo of the construction of the Gateway Arch and speaks to guests during a Coffee with a Ranger event at Gateway Arch National Park. (Photo provided by NPS)

Coffee with a Ranger


Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. Ever wonder what it’s like working for the National Park Service? Pick up a cup of Joe or another […]

Construction workers standing atop the Gateway Arch in 1965.

Annual Meet the Builders Reunion


The builders of the Gateway Arch will reunite in celebration of the day the final piece of the Arch was put into place and monument […]

A few dozen people dance while holding hands, some dressed in Victorian formal wear, during the Twelfth Afternoon Ball event at the Gateway Arch.

1773 Twelfth Afternoon Ball – FREE


The Twelfth Afternoon Ball recognizes the completion of the Twelve Days of Christmas, which was a major celebration during St. Louis’ French colonial era. This […]

Washington's Ball at the Old Courthouse

FREE – George Washington’s Birthday Ball


Celebrate George Washington's birthday 1863 style inside the Gateway Arch Visitor Center. Deborah Hyland will teach dances that were popular in 1863. Visitors are invited […]

Join the Oxford American, Gateway Arch National Park, and Jazz St. Louis for No Tears Project–St. Louis: a multi-day residency of free events that will use music and conversation to engage communities in civil rights education and storytelling.

No Tears Project St. Louis – FREE


Social Change Through the Arts A panel discussion featuring artists from the forthcoming No Tears Project St. Louis concerts, including composer/pianist Christopher Parker, vocalist Kelley […]

A Gateway Arch National Park Ranger speaks to a group inside the Museum at the Gateway Arch.

National Park Week: Daily Ranger Talks – FREE


Gateway Arch National Park Rangers will discuss the daily National Park Week themes at 2:15 p.m. each day (April 22-30) inside the Visitor Center under […]

Join the Oxford American, Gateway Arch National Park, and Jazz St. Louis for No Tears Project–St. Louis: a multi-day residency of free events that will use music and conversation to engage communities in civil rights education and storytelling.

No Tears Project St. Louis – FREE


Recognition Before Reconciliation A panel discussion featuring civil rights heroes and activists including Percy Green, founding member of ACTION; Little Rock Nine member Elizabeth Eckford; […]

Join the Oxford American, Gateway Arch National Park, and Jazz St. Louis for No Tears Project–St. Louis: a multi-day residency of free events that will use music and conversation to engage communities in civil rights education and storytelling.

No Tears Project St. Louis – FOR SLPS STUDENTS


Education Concert (for St. Louis Public Schools Students) An education concert for elementary and middle school students featuring No Tears Project ensemble members. The artists […]

NPS Ranger with Decorated Junior Ranger

Junior Ranger Day – FREE


As part of the "fun" theme for National Park Week, park rangers at Gateway Arch National Park will demonstrate Native American and pioneer toys. Pick […]

Two photos of dogs posing for photos outside the visitor center at Gateway Arch National Park.

B.A.R.K. Ranger Dog Walk – FREE


Join us every month from April to October to participate in the B.A.R.K. Ranger program! Bring your pup to Gateway Arch National Park for ranger-led dog […]

Visitors look into large telescopes sitting in front of the Gateway Arch during a Gateway to the Stars event

Gateway to the Stars – FREE


Learn about astronomy and space this summer with the National Park Service (NPS). NPS with its partners, the St. Louis Astronomical Society and Dark Sky […]

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A National Park Service Ranger holds a photo of the construction of the Gateway Arch and speaks to guests during a Coffee with a Ranger event at Gateway Arch National Park. (Photo provided by NPS)

Coffee with a Ranger – FREE


Ever wonder what it’s like working for the National Park Service? Pick up a cup of Joe or another beverage at the Arch Café, located […]