St Louis – Where to Spa, Eat Well, Wander and Explore

10 Things to Do in St Louis

Hello from St Louis, Missouri! This Guide to St Louis Spas is courtesy of our field staff members George and Kathy, who live in Town and Country (East St Louis).  Our team is here to guide you to spas and spa hotels in the St Louis area, plus share a few bonus picks of their favorite things to do, places to shop, and things to eat, drink and savor in St Louis.

TAKE THE WATERS

ST LOUIS SPAS

Browse our directory of Day Spas and Spa  Hotels in the St Louis Area and Missouri including locations in Town and Country, Clayton, Chesterfield, Des Peres, Creve Coeur, Kirkwood, Maplewood, Richmond Heights, Rock Hill and St. Charles.

Greater St Louis is a large city so there are plenty of day spas and salons to choose from.  My personal favorite day spa is Ginger Bay in Town & Country.  It’s my go-to spot for skin care and hair care.  I love the spotless environment and the sustainable Aveda products.  For a Spa Day experience with friends and visiting family, we head over to Ara Spa at the AmeriStar for their hydrotherapy circuit and champagne in the lounge.

Kathy

SUITE DEAL

St Louis, with a major convention center, has many major hotel brands to support visitors, but also boutique hotels and lodges.   This list has two places our friends and family most like to call home.

SKYTOP VIEWS OF THE ARCH

FOUR SEASONS ST LOUIS

FOUR SEASONS ST LOUIS

999 North 2nd Street, St Louis

The Four Seasons St Louis is set right on the banks of the Mississippi River in the downtown Entertainment District, and only steps away from the Gateway Arch.    Take in gorgeous views from floor to ceiling windows or the poolside cabana on the Sky Terrace.   The hotel’s Couple’s Spa Suite is a must-see, with a private steam room, shower and relaxation space for your private use. Book a 3 hour package to enjoy a massage, pedicures, lunch, wine, and more.

MARTINIS in the MOONLIGHT

MOONRISE HOTEL

6177 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis | 314-721-1111

The Moonrise Hotel is located in The Loop, right in the middle of our shopping district.   The hotel is a blended wonder of Astro Rocket and Art Design and Contemporary Art, but manages to avoid the Camp Factor almost completely.  For that, head to the Rooftop Terrace. The Terrace Bar offers excellent skyline views of St. Louis, the Arch and The Delmar Loop. Sip a cocktail under the world’s largest rotating man-made moon.

When we booked family friends into this hotel in St Louis, the husband promptly said ‘I feel like I finally got my childhood wish — to live in George Jetson’s world without any of the work drama.  Sophisticated George Jetson.’

George

MARTINIS at the MOVIES

THE MOOHLAH THEATER AND LOUNGE

3821 Lindell Boulevard, St Louis

The Moolah Theatre (part of STL Cinemas) captions itself “The Adult Alternative to the MegaPlex” and we couldn’t agree more.  This theatre is in the renovated Moolah Temple building, built in 1913 for the Shriners.  It now hosts movie lovers of all ages.  All seats are $5.00 before 5:30 p.m., and they have discount nights for students.  See a first run film, and for your food and beverage concession?  Oh, that would be beer, wine, and cocktails from the lounge, which you can enjoy at the bar or take with you to your seat.   

SATURDAYS at the MARKET

TOWER GROVE FARMERS' MARKET

Main Dr & Center Cross Drive, St. Louis, MO | 314-771-4410

On Saturday mornings, you’ll find us at our favorite outdoor market, buying local produce, baked goods and cheeses.   The market is held outdoors through late November, and after that it moves to an indoor location for what it calls “the Winter Market” from December through MarchWe are fond of the coconut butter spreads from My Coconut Kitchen, for jazzing up our smoothies and bagels (Exotic Sweet Orange and Tart and Toasty Cherry are our favorites), and our dogs are always grateful (well they seem to be) when we bring home biscuits from the Doggie Wanna Cookie stand.

BOHO on the ROW

CHEROKEE LAMP HISTORIC DISTRICT

Downtown

This neighborhood is home to two 19th-century mansions – the Lemp and the DeMenil and the Lemp Brewery (once the world’s largest brewery), and a local’s favorite shopping district, the Cherokee Antique Row. The Row is home to more than 30 antique and specialty galleries, shops, salons, and restaurants. The merchants cooperatively host holiday and seasonal events and sidewalk sales, and there is a free Historic Tour.  Don’t miss Bohème Atelier Bohemian Workshop where owner Lala Franklin will help you pick the perfect Paris Flea Market find for your loft or a gift to take home.

WEEKEND at FRANK'S PLACE

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT HOUSE AT EBSWORTH PARK

120 North Ballas Road, Kirkwood | 314-822-8359

The Ebsworth Park House was designed by FLW for Russell and Ruth Kraus, and was Wright’s first building in the St. Louis area (and 1 of only 5 in Missouri).   The house is one of his Usonian designs.  Wright’s legendary insistence on homeowners using not only his architecture but his interior designs as well, is easily appreciated here because this home retains all of its original Wright-designed furnishings and fabrics.  The home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and tours are available Wednesday through Sunday by appointment.

PICNIC in the PARK

SUSON PARK

6073 Wells Road, St. Louis

Susan Park is considered one of the top 10 parks in the USA, and joins the ranks of Central Park in NY, Grant Park in Chicago, and Griffith Park in Los Angeles.  It’s no wonder — there is no child (or adult) who won’t love a visit to this Park, a working farm of nearly 100 acres.  Unplug the devices, take out the headphones, and visit almost every type of farm animal enjoying life.  See draft horses plow soil, sheep munching the meadows, pigs chasing one another.  Bring your permit to fish in one of the lakes stocked with bass and trout, or cross charming bridges to picnic at the edge of the kiddie pond.  Be sure to visit the playground.  Best of all — it’s free.

WINE and DINE

CLAVERACH FARM

568 S Lewis Road, Eureka | 636-938-7353

Take a drive just 20 miles outside the city to this farm and winery. It’s worth it.  Claverach Farm sits on 300 acres of Ozark Hills.  The owners have been farming with organic methods for almost two decades, and has sourced its produce to local restaurants and Farmer’s Markets.   It also hosts seasonal Farm Dinners in a 100 year old barn with incredible farm-to-form meals with its own herbs, produce, fruit, baked goods and more.

TAKE A DAY TRIP

PICKLE SPRINGS NATURE AREA

Head away from STL and in under 2 hours you’ll be in Pickle Springs, a National Natural Landmark.  Hike a well-charted and established 2-mile trail — the Trail Through Time — past waterfalls and canyons, through fascinating rock formations and natural arches, and reach a scenic overlook.    Pack a picnic; you’ll want to stay awhile and commune with the frogs and songbirds.

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5 thoughts on “St Louis – Where to Spa, Eat Well, Wander and Explore

  1. Allie M says:

    Good tips. My hometown. I’ll share some more when I have time!

  2. Larry Z says:

    Suggestions are fun. My daughter lives here so I’ll ask her to comment also, she loves spas.

  3. Harry Leader says:

    Some good suggestions, I can’t wait to return again soon.

  4. Eve Brooks says:

    This makes me miss my hometown! Good choices, all.

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