Tourist InformationGuide was updated: October 29, 2024

St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)

St. Louis Lambert is an international airport serving Greater St. Louis. It is about 10 miles northwest of downtown, between Berkeley and Bridgeton. It features two terminals, with most shopping and dining options concentrated in Terminal 1. Both terminals provide parking facilities. The airport accommodates major U.S. airlines such as American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United. International ones like Air Canada and Lufthansa also operate here.

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Passport/Visa

Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa, as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino. Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA, Electronic System for Travel Authorization, before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the country.

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Best Time to Visit

St. Louis shines in the spring and fall, with pleasant weather and a vibrant festival scene. In May, food and art enthusiasts can enjoy events like the St. Louis Microfest and the Art Fair at Laumeier Sculpture Park. During the fall, particularly in September and October, the city hosts a variety of events. One highlight is the Big Muddy Blues Festival, perfect for those who enjoy live music and socializing with friends.

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Public Transport

Public transport in St. Louis is managed by MetroLink and MetroBus. MetroLink is considered one of the best mass transit systems in the country, and it provides easy access to the main attractions. Its system has two lines, red and blue, and trams usually run every 10 or 15 minutes, depending on the time of the day. MetroBus serves the many municipalities in the city of St. Louis. Its system operates daily and averages about 110,000 daily boardings. For find more information about prices, stations and timetables, visit the website

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Time Zone

St. Louis is located in the Central Time zone, and all times are reflected in Central Time.

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Taxi

Lambert-St. Louis International Airport partners with the Metropolitan Taxicab Commission to provide first-class taxi service for passengers in both terminals. If you're in the city center or nearby areas, you can contact one of the many taxi companies operating in St. Louis. Uber is also available for convenient transportation options.

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Pharmacy

St. Louis has no shortage of pharmacies, ranging from small local drugstores to large chains like CVS. It's also easy to find 24-hour pharmacies.

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Post

There are several post offices spread through St. Louis. Find the one near you.

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Electricity

All power sockets in the United States provide a standard voltage of 110–120V with a standard frequency of 60Hz. Plug type A has two flat parallel pins.

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