What to do in East St. Louis, IL

Activities, attractions and tours

MAY 13 2019, ST LOUIS, MO., USA - St. Louis, Missouri skyline on Mississippi River - shot from East St. Louis, Illinois
Gateway Arch and skyline of St. Louis, Missouri at sunrise from bridge in East St. Louis, Illinois on the Mississippi River
Eads Bridge and Martin Luther King Bridge Cross Mississippi River From St. Louis to East St. Louis
MAY 2019, ST LOUIS, MO., USA - Sunset on St. Louis, Missouri skyline on Mississippi River - shot from East St. Louis, Illinois
Eads Bridge Crosses Mississippi River From St. Louis to East St. Louis

East St. Louis Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that East St. Louis has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to East St. Louis, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to East St. Louis with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in East St. Louis

East St. Louis is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in East St. Louis, and make it a breeze to explore East St. Louis and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in East St. Louis to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to East St. Louis, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in East St. Louis.

East St. Louis attractions

East St. Louis has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in East St. Louis to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of East St. Louis.

Looking for things to do in East St. Louis can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of East St. Louis or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to East St. Louis attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Tours & day trips

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St Louis: City Museum General Admission Ticket

St Louis: City Museum General Admission Ticket

9.0 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £16 per adult
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Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries

Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries

Activity duration is 6 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £103 per adult*
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Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries

Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries

Activity duration is 6 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £103 per adult*
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Day Trip to Sainte Genevieve Experience

Day Trip to Sainte Genevieve Experience

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is £92 per adult*
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St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows

St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.4 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £18 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park

Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park

After visiting Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in East St. Louis. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park

Casino Queen

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Queen during your time in East St. Louis? Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Casino Queen

Arsenal BG Ballpark

Catch an event at Arsenal BG Ballpark during your trip to East St. Louis. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Arsenal BG Ballpark

Frank Holten State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Frank Holten State Recreation Area during your travels to Centreville.

Frank Holten State Recreation Area

Greater St. Louis Air & Space Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Greater St. Louis Air & Space Museum during your trip to East St. Louis. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Greater St. Louis Air & Space Museum

Katherine Dunham Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Katherine Dunham Museum during your travels in East St. Louis. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Katherine Dunham Museum

Windsor Health Center

If Windsor Health Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of East St. Louis.

Windsor Health Center

Sinai Family Life Center

If Sinai Family Life Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of East St. Louis.

Sinai Family Life Center

Explore areas of East St. Louis

Series of small hills and trees form landscape at Cahokia Mounds State Park in Southern Illinois, ruins of the largest pre-Colombian city north of Mexico

Cahokia

Cahokia is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arsenal BG Ballpark and Greater St. Louis Air & Space Museum.

Cahokia
Drone panorama over St. Louis skyline and Mississippi River with Gateway Arch during daytime

Alorton

Alorton is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater East St. Louis area, you might plan a trip to Frank Holten State Recreation Area or Arsenal BG Ballpark.

Alorton

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is East St. Louis worth visiting?
Whether you want to experience the cultural attractions and local charm or sample regional foods and explore in nature, there are plenty of things to do in East St. Louis.
How do I spend a day in East St. Louis?
Splash City Family Waterpark and Gateway Fun Park are two excellent places to begin your holiday adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and retail options in East St. Louis while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in East St. Louis?
Splash City Family Waterpark is one of the top tourist attractions in East St. Louis and deserves a place on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in East St. Louis?
You can easily visit top attractions like Frank Holten State Recreation Area, Katherine Dunham Museum and Greater St. Louis Air & Space Museum with a three-day trip to East St. Louis. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a little longer and check out St. Louis.
Is East St. Louis a walkable city?
Some key attractions in East St. Louis, including Katherine Dunham Museum and Greater St. Louis Air & Space Museum, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 3 kms (2 miles) from central East St. Louis is Alorton and Centreville is 3 kms (2 miles) away.
What are some activities to do in East St. Louis with kids?
Deciding what to do in East St. Louis with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there's no shortage of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep them busy here.
What to do in East St. Louis for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or outdoor explorer, there are plenty of things to do in East St. Louis for adults including Kruta Bakery.
Are there free things to do in East St. Louis?
From enjoying parks to wandering around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in East St. Louis. If you need inspiration, ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. Frank Holten State Recreation Area is a must for anyone looking to save on their sightseeing activities.