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True Stories of the Central West End - Historical Walking Tour
St Louis, USA
3 hours
Walking Tours
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History
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City Highlights
Date
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What You Will Do
Get intimate with the Central West End! Enjoy a leisurely 3-mile walk with a local historian as they share epic tales of the complex history of St. Louis and its most populous neighborhood, the Central West End. Located just east of Forest Park and a few minutes from Downtown, the CWE features impressive architecture, great restaurants + shopping, and more!
You'll journey through the CWE's Gilded Age opulence centered around the 1904 World's Fair and the many faces that came after - from epicenter of society to "Party Central" to den of vice and back again. The artifacts of the CWE's complicated history remain visible to the naked eye if you just know where to look.
You'll discover why this beautiful turn-of-the-century neighborhood was named one of the “Great Places in America”, and hear forgotten (and often unsavory) history and epic struggles that kept the CWE alive as much of the city decayed around it.
Enjoy a few laughs, a tiny bit of exercise, and get to know the amazing CWE.
What's Included?
- Tour narrative accompanied by historical photos and newspaper clippings.
What's Not Included?
- Parking fees
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet your tour guide at the Pierce Arrow Building (tan brick with purple awning) on Washington just east of Euclid Ave. Look for the CWE Tours sign.
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Holy Corners District
We're off to see some of the most impressive architecture from the World's Fair era that still remains, and it's completely outside of Forest Park. Hear hidden history and see artifacts from the early days of this "Valley of the Giants" listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by TourCWE
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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