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Top Five Winter Activities in St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri, is known for the Gateway Arch and its all-star baseball team. However, there are plenty of activities to do in the winter, too!
St. Louis features ice, skating, skiing, and sledding in Forest Park when there’s plenty of snow. Additionally, there are plenty of indoor activities, such as the Art Museum and Magic House. If you’re out and about, check out the holiday lights across town to get the best winter experience.
The question isn’t what there is to do during the winter. It’s how best to spend your time with the wealth of activities available. Let’s look at some of the best activities in St. Louis during the winter.
Steinbergs Skating Rink
Take a trip down to Forest Park and skate to your heart’s content at Steinberg’s Skating Rink, located near the Central West End in St. Louis. Steinbergs is open from mid-November through late February when the weather begins to warm again.
There’s an admission fee with an optional skate rental, and the admission lasts til closing, which is 9:00 pm on weeknights and midnight on the weekends.
Art Hill at Forest Park and The Art Museum
If you have time, check out the other attractions in Forest Park, especially Art Hill and the Art Museum.
The St. Louis Art Museum is located at the top of a massive hill overlooking Forest Park and the Grand Basin. The best part about this hill is that it’s perfect for sledding.
Take some trips down the hill or consider visiting the St. Louis Art Museum (SLAM) to view some of the best artwork in the world for only $15 a ticket.
Additionally, SLAM is located close to both the Delmar Loop and the Central West End, giving you plenty of options for nighttime dining and entertainment.
Hidden Valley Skiing
Hidden Valley is a true gem that not many know about. As one of only two ski resorts in Missouri. The only one located outside of Kansas City, Hidden Valley offers you plenty of excitement while you’re here.
The resort features two peaks and over sixteen 1000 foot trails to explore. They also offer equipment rental for skiing or snowboarding.
Magic House
The Magic House is a treasure trove of fun and excitement just a short drive west from Lehmann House. It features hours of interactive science, puzzles, games, and more that are perfect for children and guaranteed fun for all ages.
While the Magic House is open year-round, it’s a perfect inside adventure and features the following winter wonderland activities:
- Snowflake Studio: Craft the perfect snowflake for you.
Storytime with Mrs. Claus (Tue-Fri at noon) - Indoor Snowman Scavenger Hunt
- Snowball Carnival: Plenty of snow-themed games for all!
- Gingerbread Village: Decorate (pretend) cookies, dress up gingerbread men, and explore the lollipop road.
- Winter Wonder Maze
Holiday hours at the Magic House are 9:30 am to 5:00 pm from December 19, 2022 through January 2, 2023. It is closed on December 25.
Holiday Lights in St. Louis
If you’ve never spent a winter in St Louis, be prepared to be blinded by the stunning light shows throughout town. Take a drive through historic neighborhoods such as Lafayette Square and see classic houses in the best and brightest.
Alternatively, you can take guided tours of one of the many winter wonderland light shows presented around town.
Garden Glow
When: November 19, 2022-January 7, 2023
5:00p-10:00p
Where: Missouri Botanical Gardens
Tickets: $15-$22 for adults; $3-$10 for children
Explore the Botanical Gardens in a new light with the Garden Glow tour, featuring over two million lights throughout the gardens. Meet Santa Claus, dine at the Sassafras Diner, or get lost in the beautiful lighting of the gardens.
Tilles Winter Wonderland
When: November 18, 2022-December 30, 2022
Where: Tilles Park in St. Louis County, McKnight Road
Tickets: $8 for walking; $15 for cars; $100+ for carriage rides of six or more
Go on a holiday adventure with the Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park in St. Louis County. The Wonderland features over one million lights in over one hundred constructs that are sure to dazzle and impress.
Go on a walking tour and take it slow. Or consider a driving tour or taking a carriage ride to get a more mobile experience.
Jellystone Park
When: November 18, 2022-January 8, 2023
Where: Jellystone Park outside Six Flags, St. Louis
Tickets: $30-$45 per vehicle
Jellystone Park brings out their best and brightest with Santa’s Magical Kingdom. Explore over four million lights on a visual tour that includes boat-sized ice cream sundaes, reindeer flying overhead, and frolicking elves across 35 acres of the holiday experience.
When: November 17-December 30
Where: Anheuser Busch Brewery
Tickets: Start at $10 with multiple add-ons
Anheuser Busch Brewery Lights
Enjoy fun for all ages with the Anheuser Busche Brewery lights. Take a tour of the lights, run through mazes, enjoy St. Louis cuisine, and more during this massive light show.
Tickets start at $10 with several add-ons to customize your experience, including a private igloo with a buffet and smores kit.
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For Your Next Winter Getaway
As you can see, there are many activities to do in St. Louis during the winter. You’re sure to stay busy during your next winter getaway to the Midwest.
Plan to stay here at Lehmann House Bed & Breakfast, located in historic Lafayette Square. We are "in the center of things to do". We’re minutes from downtown and within easy driving distance of every activity!
Check out OUR ROOMS and BOOK A STAY for the upcoming events in and near Lehmann House Bed and Breakfast in Lafayette Square.
Written by Copywriter Michael C. Davies