Situated along the Mississippi River is the urban cityscape of St. Louis, home to over 300,000 people. The city is alive with historic landmarks and cultural delights at every turn. Every day is an adventure in Gateway City!

St. Louis has much to offer in the way of history and architecture. You’re guaranteed to recognize the marvelous Gateway Arch, St. Louis’ famous 630-foot monument. STL also offers the impressive Saint Louis Art Museum, built for the 1904 World’s Fair. Stop by to take in the fabulous artwork, admission is always free! The Missouri Botanical Garden, another gem of the city, is not only on the National Historic Landmark list, but it is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the U.S. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, built in 1914, will move you to tears, too, with their colorful mosaic installation. Located in Downtown West, City Hall will give you some serious Parisian vibes; it was designed in 1892 by the famous Harvey Ellis in the Renaissance Revival style.

Nearly 80 neighborhoods make up St. Louis, which means each foray into the city will feel new and exciting. Forest Park is a greenspace haven with 1,293 acres in the center of metropolitan St. Louis. Here, visit the many areas that make up Saint Louis Zoo; say hello to burrowing owls in Historic Hill, bat-eared foxes at River’s Edge and tufted penguins in The Wild. The arts come alive in the Grand Center Arts District. Enjoy a performance at the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra at Powell Hall, catch a show with friends at the Fabulous Fox Theatre, or stop by an exhibit at the Kranzberg Arts Center. Laclede’s Landing is the perfect marriage of old and new! The Landing, as locals call it, features warehouses turned nightclubs and restaurants. Catch live music at Big Daddy’s, dine at The Lou Eats & Drinks or grab a drink at Morgan Street Brewery. Visit the market in Soulard, full of delicious produce and small shops; admire Victorian mansions in Lafayette Square; gorge at The Grove; enjoy all things Italian at The Hill and participate in The Loop’s Frozen Bun 5- and 10k run. Plus, St. Louis is home to iconic sports teams Cardinals and Blues! You won’t want to miss a game from these award-winning teams.

Your new career awaits in St. Louis. Major employers include BJC Healthcare, Walmart, Washington University, SSM Health, Boeing, Scott Air Force Base and Schnucks. St. Louis has many outstanding colleges for academics to consider, including Saint Louis University, University of Missouri at St. Louis, Webster University and Maryville University. Travel throughout the city via I-44, I-55, I-64, I-70 and the MetroLink, and access St. Louis Downtown Airport across the river in neighboring Illinois, just a 10-minute drive from downtown St. Louis.

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