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Old Courthouse

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11 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO 63102, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Tony Rudy

Unbelievably kept and for great reason. Also a tremendous place to sit in the front steps and watch the sunrise over the Mississippi and through the arch.

Alexey Batchenkov

This is the old and picturesque building with some history behind it and it stands in a very beautiful place.

Heather H

Beautiful to see! Unfortunately it wasn’t open for us to tour due to renovations! Still was nice to snap pics of and see in person!

Jason P Cargill

Beautiful courthouse! Due to current restrictions, they were not allowing anyone inside for a tour. But the park was pretty to walk through and get different views.

Victor Wang

Great spot to come in and see some of the exhibits about the history of the expansion in the West. Also you can pick up tickets for the Gateway Arch here as well. They even had a live demonstration and music when I went which was cool. Also offers great views of the Arch.

Harsh Goel

Very clean, amazing sculpture right before the park and a majestic building. A must see if you are in St Louis!

Warren Hansen

I love old buildings in history. The architecture in this building is completely amazing. Just walking through it’s tall hallways I can tell a lot happened here. It’s a beautiful place and a beautiful building

Dana Gan

Absolutely Beautiful and free to see! Oldest Building, built in 1816, in St. Louis and where the Dred Scott case was held and where the women's right to vote was brought to trial.

anirudh girey

Right across from the Gateway Arch, the Old Courthouse is worth a quick visit given the beautiful architecture and proximity from the arch. The Old Courthouse is definitely worth a walk through when visiting the Arch in St. Louis. The building is beautifully maintained . If nothing else, just to stand where the Dred Scott case was heard is something special. The rotunda inside is breathtaking and be sure to see the the Dred Scott statue outside. You won't need a great deal of time to see this - it was a perfect walk through on our way to the arch. Closed for the next couple of years due to renovations. This was disappointing.

Plamen Kolev

Spectacular! The location is perfect, at walking distance to the part of most popular Saint Louis tourist attractions. Such as Gateway Arch, Basilica of Saint Louis, Riverfront, Citygarden sculpture park., Busch Stadium.

Charles Pinney

A centerpiece of downtown, the Old Courthouse is one of the oldest structures still standing in the city. Construction started in 1816 and the dome was added in 1864. It's a beautiful building that radiates with history, most notably as the trial location for Dred Scott. The interior has exhibits about the case and others relations to St. Louis history.

Adam Wiener

Beautiful and well maintained historic site, run by the National Park Service. They have great examples of preserved turn of the 20th century court rooms, and phenomenal original murals in the classic rotunda.

Aaron N

The exterior of the building is beautiful and well maintained. Unfortunately when we visited the interior was closed for renovation. The park service which runs it should do a better job of keeping the current status up to date so people are not disappointed when they arrive

Aaron Bogott

A lovely old building downtown not far from the Gateway Arch. It was also the place we picked up our tickets to go up into the arch. The interior of this building is very impressive and worth a quick walk through.

Zachary Leuschner

At least during Summer 2017, the Old Courthouse served as the gateway to the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial and the Gateway Arch. Clearly, the National Park Service is hard at work renovating the area for tourists. The construction makes it a bit tight in some places, so that may make some hallways inaccessible, but they're doing their best indoors. I'm sure it will be a five-star establishment when finished. For now, spend some time in the rotunda examining the gorgeous construction and display of American flags. Outside, the grounds and surrounding trails are clean and well-marked. We parked on one of the side streets in the pedestrian mall opposite the Old Courthouse and had plenty of time to explore during our 90-minute stay.

Tonetta Clay

A sight to see and experience. Educational and lots of history as you walk through and read about the Scott case and slave trades here in St. Louis. A great place to teach your kids this history that they barely touch on in school.

Guru Ram

Good place to take kids to teach them some history. Adults who doesn't anything about their forefathers must visit this old court house to learn the same thing

Brandon Williams

Worth a quick stop if you’re viewing the Arches. Very important in history as well since the Dred Scott Case was decided at this location.

Jou Jou

Beautiful piece of history. It’s a must place to visit. Just awesome!

Darren Z

The Old Courthouse is a beautiful and fascinating building and by far the highlight of my visit to St Louis. There are many very informative displays throughout, and the architecture and artwork of the building itself are breathtaking. I was particularly moved by the fact that this is the building where Dred Scott himself stood and pleaded his case for freedom. It's well worth a visit, and FREE!

Kenneth J

Excellent museum and great visitor center! Helpful staff and guides available for assistance! A must see for history and culture!

Tooba

This place was stunningly beautiful from the outside and inside. The guide inside was so informative and clearly loved his job. He got us so excited about how sound travels through the old court house and how political speeches were given and even showed us ourselves! The museum portion was super informative and interesting to read through additionally.

Mark Zeman

Operated by the National Parks Service in downtown St. Louis, the Old Courthouse is a Federal style building was completed in 1828 and is most noted for being the location of the landmark Dred Scott case in 1846. After years of court battles, the U.S. Supreme Court in 1857 ruled against the Scotts, saying they did not have grounds as citizens to sue. Today the courtrooms and offices house exhibits on life in St. Louis throughout the years, plus of course the Scott case.

Tyler J. Adams

Much less crowded than the Arch, with still great impact on our country's judicial history. Rarely do we remember our history of the things we got wrong. ©TIFA 2003

Fernando Labastida

So much history in one tiny building. Love it! Would recommend if anyone is interested in a history lesson.

Robert S

Do you like history? Well, this is a place to visit. Plenty of history in downtown St. Louis.

Lennert Onkelinx

Beautiful historic building. Make sure you visit the inside as well.

Jim Shelvy

It's amazing to know the history in St. Louis, it's another thing to stand in the shadows of it. But the most fun was getting to share a little of it with the audience from the St. Louis Small Business Independence Day Celebration. It was an honor to speak about the historic Dred Scott case with my business partner. If you haven;t had a chance to visit this place and see this statue, you should!

David Littlestar

Excited were nice. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. 6 yr old enjoyed all the displays and architecture.

Tyler Johnson

Interesting historical location, a lot f history, and great museum!

Ed Tullar

Wow the History is here!! You can spend a fair amount of time here and ALL is free... Worth your time! There is a lot of construction currently!

Travis Witt

The Old Courthouse is a must see when visiting St. Louis. The architecture and historical significance of this building are quite fascinating.

Dana Davidson

A beautiful piece of history. I enjoyed that I was able to walk anywhere I wanted around this building. We enjoyed a self guided tour.

BobKaren Brown

This is a historic courthouse in great condition. The museum goes on and on, with so much history of St. Louis and Missouri. It housed the courtroom where Dred Scott and his wife first sued for their freedom from slavery.

Jeremy Genin

The Old St. Louis County Courthouse was built as a combination federal and state courthouse in St. Louis, Missouri. Missouri's tallest habitable building from 1864 to 1894, it is now part of Gateway Arch National Park and operated by the National Park Service for historical exhibits and events

Ugur Gadimbayli

Mysterious place. Definitely deserves to spend time to walk in. Specially if you like Dan Brown type of books you can find so many secret elements as symbols, paintings and architecture itself.

angelo cuellar lo

Beautiful architecture, and history offered free to the public, walking distance to arch

Nate Church

Really pretty building and neat to be right across from the Gateway Arch.

laurie wells

Beautiful. It had snowed s lot that day it was especially charming. Gotta love St. LOUIS.

Tamara Rodney

Great place to visit alone or with the family. Very helpful and informative staff. Lots of great pictures for the album /scrapbook.

Carlos Babcock

Great historical courthouse. I just wish it was open.

Dave Higgins

Great views of the arch and river from here. The rangers are very nice.

suraj ghimire

I liked the view from the top of Arch but the structure is really old and outdated, kind of scary at times.

Dan Mc

Must see. A great American historic treasure

Khrystyna Prokhorenko

Beautiful building outside and inside as well! Great place to bring your kids for the history lesson, and of course to educate yourself. On the day of our visit the guide was dressed up, so it felt like history actually came alive. Do not overlook it, the Gateway arch right behind the courthouse. Start with a little schooling and finish at the top of the arch! That's what we did, and enjoyed it all the way!

Mariel Quirindongo

It's a Museum. The building is preserved and looks incredible

GJM 0627

Historic and beautiful structure. We did a walk through but there were NP staffers there to answer questions or point out details as well. Many interesting and dramatic architectural details...the beautiful staircase, the wood accents, the dome, and of course the events that occurred in the building. You can view two courtrooms of different time periods, that are used for tours, also field trips for school children who reenact a pretend case, mock trials such as "the stolen bubble gum" or similar... a big hit!

Trevor Whited

What a beautiful and well maintained historical landmark. The architecture and artwork contained inside and out of this building is remarkable. The dome is just extrodinary. And the history! If these walls could talk! Which, they kind of do with all the wonderful exhibits.

Chris Jacobe

Worth the visit if you like history. Woman at the gift shop was fantastic, really loves her job and chatting with customers.

G. S. White

Very interesting. The building has a lot to look at.

Christa Gayle

Great spot for tourists, close to the Arch and other St. Louis city attractions.

Hamid Chefchaouni

Good looking historical building from the inside and outside

Diane Ellis

We enjoyed the opportunity to explore the inside of this historic old courthouse with its ornate art, iron staircases, and architecture not seen any more. A positive contrast with the sharp plain square courthouses built now. Cute gift shop. This is part of Gateway Arch National Park. The history is always worth knowing and revisiting. The courtrooms have changed much over time, in some places. The building is in fantastic shape.

K G

Very beautiful, wonderful history!!

saikat mukherjee

This is a very nice place which has nice paintings describing topics such as slavery in America, and details of settlement around the Mississippi river with particular information related to St. Louis. The view of the Gateway Arch from this place is also fabulous. The dome fitted onto the top of the courthouse has interesting history behind it, and exploring that while walking through the courthouse was a fun experience.

JonHatesStarWars

Great exhibits. Overpriced gift shop.

Alex Howe

This review is for “Old Courthouse”. Some people can’t read and leave their construction Arch reviews here. Place is gorgeous. The art inside the dome is magnificent. Nice historical displays and replica courtrooms. Great stop for people of all ages.

Manisha Mayekar

For the best picture, Walk up to the runner fountain.

Lupe Gonzalez

So I may be a law nerd, but I loved this place! Beautiful interior and a great history lesson about Dred Scott. Go spend 30 minutes here when you go to the Arch. There is a gift shop and restroom inside and you tour at your own pace, but there is a park ranger there to answer questions if you wish. A perfect combination of historically important and architecturally beautiful. The location is convenient too.

QL QL

Still closed. Not much to see.

Ni N.

Adding on to the city beautiful view

David Cy

Cool to see. Neat building right in front of the arch

Casey Thompson

Great place to see and your, ran by The National Park

Phildah Chasi

I enjoyed visiting here. Nice little history

Chris Cordes

An underrated historic landmark in St. Louis. The exhibit about the Scott case is well presented. I enjoyed my time there. Took about 1.5 hours to do everything in the place. I was hoping there was a tour, but there was not the day I was there. Check the board near the Ranger desk for tour times/availability.

Tiffany Rupp

As a fan of John Grisham I love visiting sites like this. This was a random stop to see the arch and I was not expecting everything that was in there! Lots of interesting history. Great artwork and architecture. It can get a bit hot so be sure to come on cooler days.

Rick Vyper

Beautiful and well kept. This building is a must see! The architecture alone is breath taking. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable too. I'd highly recommend taking the time to see this piece of history.

kim eckert

View from the top is great, and the story behind building the arch is always interesting!

Marcin Tandecki

Lots of history here. You can spend as little or as much time here as there's lots to see for those that are interested.

Melody W

Such a fun experience riding the tram to the top. Great views bring your camera Be sure to tour the Dred and Harriet Scott exhibit in the old court house. Area around is currently under construction so leave enough time to find parking.

David

All the times in STL I have never hit this site. Took the time and it was worth learning the history of the building. Old courtrooms were very neat the architecture of the interior was mind blowing and the art inside the dome was insane. Take the time go visit!

Randall Scoles

The Old Courthouse has been turned into a museum about St. Louis. It is free. We were tired, so we didn't stay long. There are steep stairs to the second floor, and no elevator. After visiting so many other sites, I felt the history was starting to repeat. But it would be a great starting point or a helpful place for someone wanting in-depth information.

JohnnyBallgame

I have been to the ST. Louis Arch a few times but because of the construction on that site, we had to go to the Old Court House for tickets. It was a wonderful detour. I didn't know all the history of that courthouse and the interior was beautiful. I recommend bringing the kids to see this piece of history.

Kerry Coyne

Fantastic place to visit. The history in this place is amazing. The volunteers are really friendly and knowledgeable. My kids loved going to all the different floors and looking at the lobby from above. Well worth the time.

Heather Campbell

Don't fret about the construction--it will be done soon enough, and then the park will be even better than before! A lot of folks don't realize that the Old Courthouse is part of the park, and that there are some fascinating displays inside. Be sure to allow time to see both that building and the Arch. Once all construction is said and done, the easiest thing to do is park in the Kiener East garage at Broadway and Pine, walk over to the Old Courthouse, then walk down to the Arch.

Timothy Wheaton

This historic site it the site of the Dread Scott case. The inside is absolutely breathtaking. You can wallk the staircases upward. Once one the second level you will undoubtably notice a slight change in elevation of the floors from front to back. They slant them upward from front to back. The courtrooms, while you can tell have been rearranged from their original setting, are architecturally beautiful. There is still the quiet business like atmosphere associated with a court building. As you stand there you are ushered into a historical past that formed our nation into what it is today. Visit the gift shop there are all kinds of neat and interesting trinkets. MUST SEE.

Christian Earl

Currently you have to go to the old courthouse to buy tickets for the arch. Assuming that doesn't change it's a great way to do two things at once. Get your arch passes and then stick around and view the amazing architecture as we as the deep, entering history of the city, it's streets. And it's monuments. Fun and educational at the same time.

Storm elite

Wonderful place to learn about the history of St. Louis.

Vinay Murthy

Yet another place of historic value in St. Louis. The place is a museum and has the visitor's center for the Gateway Arch and thus serves as a starting point to the Gateway Arch, which is right opposite to this monument. The building is now part of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. If you go up the stairs, you can see a couple of old circuit courts.

Michael Taffe

Great to learn some local St Louis and area history.

Idania Duncan

Beautiful and historic. Lots of information on the great and not so great history of St. Louis. Casually walk through and soak in the atmosphere and history. Check out the gift shop for cool St. Louis gear.

Smith Culberson

Iconic & has just about the best background of any place in the city.

Susan Shields

Architecturally, the building is a lovely example of its time(s). We did -- I hesitate to say enjoy -- the Dred Scott exhibit and film. It was informative and infuriating. Well worth going to see and think about.

Susie Jan

forgotten STL gem. Nice museum and such history. you can climb 3 levels up and get a real feel for the charm of the building which is one of the oldest downtown. Took in laws there and had a great time. Nice shop too with some great books.

Brandon Radford

Wonderful place to visit while in Saint Louis. The architecture is beautiful and the location has significant history. The Dredd Scott case originated there. There are nice museum displays on several topics inside (western expansion, Dredd Scott case, Pioneer living, etc).

Michelle Webster

Beautiful monument! Great facility beneath the park as well with two theaters, two gift shops, and a free museum - all contained in a huge bunker beneath the Arch. I did not visit the courthouse as time did not permit.

Stuart Agtsteribbe

The museum under the arch isn't slated to open until 2017, so that took a bit of the fun out of it. It's a marvel to see and the view from the top is exhilarating - unless you happen to live where your accustomed to views from way up high...just saying :-)

Linda Wesseler

Great place to visit and learn about the building's history, especially Dred Scott decision, and now (maybe since the Jefferson Westward Expansion under the Gateway Arch is closed for renovations?) there are also exhibits about St Louis' early history and it's' role in westward expansion.

Josh Lin

Beautiful scenery. Such cleanliness. The electric scooters automatically slow down in the area to prevent accidents. Beautiful spot for sight seeing and enjoying the view!

G R

Beautiful old court house during Ameren lights festival!

Berry Canote

Absolutely beautiful historic building that everyone should visit at least once. It is not far from the Gateway Arch or the Old Cathedral so one could make an afternoon of visiting all three.

Kathy Rosenberg

The Dred Scott exhibit was very good. A constantly running film presented the story very well. I learned a lot. My family enjoyed a restored court room on the second floor. It is not handicapped accessible. The old Courthouse is handicapped accessible by a lift from the west side only. We didn't explore the westward expansion exhibit today but saved it for the next visit.

Jacob Hale

Beautiful historic building with a few museum areas inside. You can go up three floors into the dome to admire the paintings and architecture.

Alexander Ruzicic

History bluffs paradise. So much to see and learn the history that can really amaze an person with the deepest touch. The old court rooms and the top dome can make an photographer stay all day. I personally recommend everybody to go there.

Pradeep Patil

Good historical place to visit, nice painting

Ryan Callahan

Love the old courthouse. Tons of great history, architecture and exhibits. Security is a bit lacking as we were cased by three different people who were intent on mugging us. If you go, just remember to keep an eye out for suspicious characters.

George Scott

Great history.

Shannon Ford

As out of towners you just have to go up in the arch right? We enjoyed it and it's one of those things you can say you did. Would my life be okay without it...sure. The ride to the top is a little freaky. The view to the east isn't pretty (industrial) but the west is breathtaking. The park and grassy area would be perfect to picnic on during warmer weather. The gift shop has great material on all tjingse Civil War and westward expansion.

Aamir Imam

Great place to see what St. Louis is really about. A rich history.

Julie Christianson

This is an important space in our country's history, and a visit is worthwhile. The space is beautiful, and the exhibits are informative. The video she'd some new information on the Dred Scott case I didn't know. I'm glad I'm a more informed citizen now. Even this science nerd geeked out on history. Let America never repeat an error like the Dred Scott rolling again.

Edwin Ingram

Beautiful structure, friendly staff. We had a great tour with Nancy, she does the mock Dred Scott trial but not enough folks to do it so we basically got a personal tour, absolutely great! Thanks Nancy

Jin Zou (阿瑾)

Do you know that Jefferson National Expansion Memorial actually consists of the Gateway Arch, the Museum of Westward Expansion, and St. Louis' Old Courthouse? Where you stand is actually St. Louis' Old Courthouse! As one of the oldest standing buildings in St. Louis, it begun in 1839. Here is the place to hold the first two trials of the famous Dred Scott case in 1847 and 1850. Today, as the landmark, here is the great museum presented the history of the city of St. Louis and restored courtrooms.

Tarun Singh Kushwah

Great place to see some history. Beautifully built and excellent maintenance work. You can pickup tickets for the Arch and buy some cool gifts.

Charles Dillingham

Don't miss this great place when you visit the arch. Fantastic atrium/dome and fascinating historic exhibits, explaining the whole history of the area and St. Louis important role in western exploration and expansion.

Aaron brummell (Kraven!)

Incredible history stored inside there. You will be transported to the past and the see what the legal system was like way back when. Amazing documents from Times Gone by. The lawmakers thoughts and attitudes are encapsuled in many of the pictures writings and legal documents. A must see for history and legal Buffs alike

Frank Jones

Fun place! Great place for the entire family! You can ride to the top and also enjoy a fantastic museum at the bottom of the arch. Lots to do around the arch as well

Krystle Pozo

This is a cool courthouse. What is really neat is that the gift shop does not charge tax....so you can save money by buying some souvenirs in the courthouse, instead of the arch. Another neat thing is that the courthouse and the arch are right across the street from each other.

John Clayton

This was a pleasant find when visiting St. Louis. It was enlightening to visit a courthouse where such a historic case was decided. We definately did not dedicate enough time in our schedule to fully explore the courthouse and will have to visit it again in the future.

jom jim

Considering this structure is 50 years old I was quite terrified going up. the room at the top is very small with too many people, and the windows are also very small. Might had been mind blowing back then but it doesn't hold up for today's standards

Jim Malven

Beautiful building inside and out. A must see if visiting the Arch. A bit of a somber tone, due to the ruling of the Dred Scott case (1857), which stated that African-Americans are not citizens, but it's nice to see how far we've come since then.

Mike Rosa

Excellent place to get a detailed history of St. Louis

Amber Caudill

We spoke to an older gentleman who works there for nearly an hour. He took so much pride in his city and workplace. He shared all kinds of stories that really gave our visit to the courthouse a special twist.

Edward Pearce

While only a city/county courthouse , the interior of the dome rivals many State capitals. There is a circle in the floor, laid in 1854, where your voice dramatically increases in volume due to the curved walls and dome. There are visual tricks made by the architect which caused me to believe that the dome is higher than it really is. All in all, this is a hidden jewel.

Stanley Johnson

A great place for history buffs interested in the early days of St. Louis. Displays, pictures, and artifacts mske up the exhibits. A large gallery tells the story of the Dred Scott connection to St. Louis, as well as the whole issue of slavery during the time of the middle of the 19th century. Well worth a visit.

Kristin Cooper

We visited 2 weeks ago. The guide was very knowledgable. We found the history very interesting. So glad we came in after our visit to the Arch!

Lynn Smith

It's a beautiful old historic building with nice informative exhibits. Very nice view of the Arch from the front steps of the building too.

Thanael Certa-Werner

A really interesting place to learn about a court case which changed America. The building is beyond beautiful and the whole experience is gratifying. I would suggest a stop by, especially for history nuts!

Stacy Beasley

Lots to see and learn! Nice to always revisit to.

Michael Rhee

Awesome structure. Went end of August and there's construction going on for a new museum so a bit inconvenient. Word is it won't be completed for two more years so be aware.

Maria Ashby

The rangers inside the courthouse were extremely friendly and knowledgable. They showed us a cool trick in the middle of the central hall - ask them so they show you, too! The Dred Scott museum was fascinating. You will learn the true story of Dred Scott's case, which is much different than what the history books at school tell you!

Ashley Carboni

This old courthouse is awesome, we visited it at the end of the day and the A/C wasn't that strong. So it was a bit boring compared to the Arch. Loved the history and the architecture.

Pete Johnson

I love history because you can walk in the same places and get a feel for the events that have shaped our country. Standing in the same room as the Dred Scot trial really brings the trial to life.

Christofer Hardy

The Old Courthouse is part of the entire Saint Louis Arch historical area. It's a very interesting place to be in with a lot of history, and this combined with the Arch is a place I plan on bringing my little boy as we come through Saint Louis as we head back west.

Jimmy Brown

Nice to see the old wood door and court rooms.

Tam Tam

Lots of history, great architecture. We were there for the George Washington ball, the dancers in period clothing was lots of fun!

Brad Worley

This is a great place to take people who like history. The staff is always great. Only the down stairs in accessible by wheelchair but they are planning to put in a elevator.

R Scott Weaver

What a great place to begin your visit to St Louis! Fantastic help with recommendations, tickets, information and local attractions. Lots of history and a great gift shop, too.

Jacob

Super cool place, have been multiple times when it was open. Can't wait to go again!

Reggie Townsend

Nice museum, especially for free. So cool to walk the same steps as Dred and Harriet Scott in pursuit of their freedom prior to the Civil War.

Andy K

We had an exceptional time at the Arch! Very well worth the time for the experience. Go to the Arch and take the trip to the top. You won't regret it!

Rylie Martin

Very beautiful and educational. It was wonderful to explore this monument and learn about Missouri history.

Mirko S.-Flodin

grate art - architectural work, love the historical construction video

TFox

If you have the opportunity to stop to check this place out it is a must! Ask one of the rangers or employees about the main room, there is an amazing feature there that will literally blow your mind!

Michelle Young

Nice place to visit. Only negative is there's not enough black history included. Hopefully, as times have changed for the better for all mankind, that too will change.

Destiny Fitch

Great place to see. Information everywhere. They were even holding a meeting while we were there! I love how you can walk around almost the whole court house!

Chris LaMacchia

This was a very cool little museum, can't wait to see it after the construction. Don't forget to get your Arch tickets here!

edithan1 GOTCHA

They were celebrating George Washington's birthday and the workers were Period dressed, and they demonstrated Period dancing engaging the public to join in the dance. Very informative and fun.

Tim O'Mally

Learned a lot about the Dred Scott decision, most interesting that after spending all the money to take suit to the US Supreme Court, the owner turned around and sold the family back to the original owners, for a dollar, who the next day took them to the same court house and gave them their freedom

Jim Comings

Arch and documentary were great - old courthouse and it's history were also very good. Parking can be an issue, traffic in the area is definitely an issue.

Jennifer Hagen

Interesting place run by the National Park Service. Free admission. Beautiful building and dome. Interesting history of the Dred Scott case.

Eddie Hughes

Actually, I was surprised to see a monument dedicated to Dred Scott who, in 1846, unsuccessfully sued his master for his freedom. The suit became so infamous until the Scott family was freed by other means in 1856.

Amanda Rose

Beautiful building! I am not a native of St. Louis so seeing this part of its history was wonderful!

Bardese Alexandre

It's a "have to go" place. That's the most tourist place of st. Louis. It's interesting how you can see it miles far away. Try to take the elevator and take some pictures.

Ben Yorke

Beautiful old building with lots of interesting history. The exhibits were informative and well curated.

Debbie Murphy

A must see when visiting St. Louis! The 4 minute ride in an enclosed tram to the top is claustrophobic but worth the trouble. The Arch grounds and museum have recently been updated. Can be accessed from MetroLink.

Joshua Jennings

This place was beautiful. I loved the atmosphere and it was spaced out perfectly. I highly recommend this place if you want something fun and free!

Daniel Hamilton

Really cool! Lots of history here and some interactive events (that we didn't get to participate in because we didn't plan for it) like a public participation trial.

Kevin Childers

Long lines and slow but steady. Bring all the ID you have, it can help. Also proof of address, a bill or two addressed to you.

Jasmine Bates

Great place to visit if going to the arch since it’s walking distance

Nuno Matos

Nice place, very nice museum

Andrew Swartz

Very pretty building. Loved the history, but they need to start some restorations if they want to keep it around.

Kaitlin Shillig

Super cool building with so much history! This place was awesome, like stepping into the past.

Escobaria Gracilis

Another great place in St Louis worth a visit and learn about history. O also liked the grounds in front of the building.

Carl Johnson

Really nice and interesting place. I had never been over to the court house in the many times that I have been to the arch.

Michael Laird

The museum exhibit about slavery and the Dred Scott court decision, which occurred in this courthouse, pulls no punches. You can learn things here that your history book skipped over.

Matt Smith

The park grounds of the Arch are under construction but still accessible as of Oct, 2016- don't miss the Old Courthouse nearby.

Scott Taylor

Awesome place. Great history. Amazing touching pre civil war staircases 1850's.

roy morales

This place it's amazing, full of history, architecture, the guy inside was really nice and explained everything about it

Nicholas Jasmine

History. I love how they preserved everything.

Jason Jones

pretty neat place, a lot of historical information about what had taken place there, and other historical data as well. Check out all the rooms..

Chad Dierkes

The National Park Rangers at both sites a very knowledgeable. The ride to the time of the Arch is unique as well, worth the trip!

Jeremy P

Alot of info concerning a place still holding on to cultural indifference. Nice to learn tribe territories/lifestyles and see old pictures

Kelly Anese

Rich with beautiful history and Rangers that narrates stories of Dred Scott with exhibits explaining his journey this is a great place to take a family

Michael Ryan

This is a must see place. Absolutely beautiful. Very clean and workers were eager to help and knowledgeable.

Jason Cadell

There is such an unbelievable amount of history here at this Old Courthouse, 11 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO 63102. When in St. Louis make time to come and tour this and read everything to see how important it was in our countries history.

tonia Laurine

Winter fest ice skating. Good family fun.

Sabrina Montague

I injoyed walking through the old courthouse with my dad, Scott, katarina and Isabella when we visited st,Louis. The people living in st, Louis are lucky.

Yanto Njam

Very nice courthouse across the arch. You can park off street for $1.50 / hr or at the garage for $5. Worth to check it out

Andrew Zajac

I found the Old Courthouse to be a cool piece of history. Very easy to get around and a friendly staff.

Jason S.

Really nice historical place . Kids got to wear hats and march around they had a great time

Jul Szadu

Don't forget to look at the ceiling and go inside the 2 court rooms!

Ed Reggi

One of the best museums in Saint Louis! Top notch exhibits and lots of rich history .

Dejan Deh

Courthouse is the historically significant but boring... Arch is ok and the museum inside is worth seeing.

Charles Wilson

Neat historic building well worth a look inside, especially to get a view of the awesome dome!

Cheng-Wei Wu

This is a great historic place, and the front gate is the best place to take picture of the Arch and with the whole Arch with you together.

Duong Nguyen

Best view of Saint Louis

Elizabeth Rosenberg

Very fun yo explore, a little difficult to find and access. The Dred Scott exhibit is a must see!

Iryna Tsyngalova

Breathtaking view. Construction is still ongoing

Mark Nickel

open during construction but you will need to start getting tickets in advance for the tram ride as it sells out very quick.

Chelerenee Raney

Love to see the history don't care for the outside riffraff but I don't think it was or is their fault it's dangerous downtown

paul potter

Great views of The Gateway Arch. Lots of history and really cool paintings on the dome.

Lois Iverson

We did not tour but stopprd n looked rather observed on way to Arch.

June D

Outstanding. Looks good on the outside with new updates. Needs an elevator. Great history of St. Louis.

Les Sterman

A hidden gem. Site of the Dred Scott trial, so it has great historical significance.

Steve Holland

I love this place it's part of the Gateway Arch Jefferson Memorial National monument.

Edmarie Martinez Quirindongo

It's free and the History is rich in St. Louis.

Stephanie Brown

Beautiful building. Interesting history. No pressure, took our time

Mark LoGiurato

Very nice courthouse with great architecture.

Carlos Santiago

I just saw it from outside

Michael Salas

Unfortunately the courthouse is closed today.

A T

Learn more about Dred Scott, his wife, their two daughters... ...and the absolute, undeniable, bold faced, asshattery of then Chief Justice Taney!!!

Richard Morgan

Very interesting, wish I would have paid more attention to my history classes in school.

Lurd McTurd

We had a blast in St. Louis

frederic jouhet

I loved the architecture of the old court house. And of course the gateway arch is very impressive.

Dustin Stumbo

Beautiful! Would recommend going to see. It's not a far walk from the the arch.

Dan Hancock

It's worth a quick.visit if you are in the area. Pretty impressive architecture

Michael Coddington

Really great experience... gorgeous architecture and history

Concerned Citizen

Lots of history and information. Worth a visit, easily spend 2 hours inside.

J WO

Very cool place have to buy the tickets here to go up in the arch

Brian Perkins

I love the rich history and beauty of this place. It was a highlight in my visit to St. Louis

sophiadoreen1980

Great place to visit. History is very rich about the USA

Mehmet Keles

It is well looking a old court. It is free to visit and you may get arc and bout tour tickets here, too.

D T

Impressive. Lots of high entrances and steps. Great collection of kites on display

Dawid Swierczek

Cool place to visit to learn some history. Most doors are closed though...

Luiz Madeira Junior

Very nice touristic spot. You can buy tickets to the Arch here.

Michael Medlin

Was a wonderful tour thru this old building. A must see!

Cassandra Miertschin

Stand in the middle of the court house has some really neat acoustics. and gorgeous architecture

Bee S

Very quiet. You can climb up to the 3rd balcony and look out.

Turtle Droid

Here's where I bought tickets to the Arch. Cool looking city hall type building with helpful staff.

Doug B

Great job by the National Park Service. Hope they receive all of the funding they need and deserve.

Paul Fitzgerald

Building is beautiful inside and has many interesting exhibits.

Benjapol Piyawanichpong

Nice place, full of history. Paintings are very beautiful

Sean Guitar

Cool old building with lots of historical information. Fun to wander around in.

Elvis Higgins

Historic court house where Dred Scott originally sued his owner for his freedom. Now a museum.

Jeff Yaddow

People there were nice and helpful, and really had a bit of cool stuff. Loved it there

Paul Schulte

Lovely building, nice exhibits. The old courthouse is in excellent condition.

Cindy Bracker Sturm

The view at the top is awesome! Make your reservation online, and your parking will be free

Corey Whitby

Did not get to go up in the Arch, but very impressive. Visited May 2013.

Anita Calorio

This is a very interesting court house to visit. The interior us amazing

Christine Pahner

Courthouse was good. The Arch is under restorations. It will be awesome when it gets finished.

Sunimal Rathnayake

You can have a magnificent view of this old glory through Gateway Arch

Lisa Hoeft

Unique in unto itself, fun for the whole family

Geet Jeswani

Loved going here, lots of construction going on but it'll look great in a couple years

Jennifer Britt

Beautiful inside and you can learn some interesting stuff in there

Samuel Hancock

A worthwhile stop for the discerning traveler. I love the old flag that is hanging in the rotunda.

Ryan Sullivan

We went on a Monday morning and there was no line at all. Fun and family friendly.

Allison DeStefano

Beautiful and surprisingly quiet. Great little place to hangout.

Jonathan Phares

Very beautiful!

Nii-Akwei Acquaye

Easy to get to and also to park. Tour the old courthouse before you go up the arch.

Royal’s Academy

I liked the rotunda design of the courthouse.

Robert Lewis

A must see attraction to here about the Scott family if you visit Downtown St. Louis

Justin Leibel

Great museum! A must before the arch tour.

Amber Randall

We love the arch and have gone there many times with our kids!

Craig King

Fantastic stop. Treated my daughter great. Super Park rangers.

Edward Rothstein

Incredible building and history. Dated exhibitions. Scheduled for a renovation.

Hussein Alzubaidi

Thank you so much to give us the chance to see the old courthouse .It was so fun thanks

matt barrett

very neat to visit only down side is the wait to go up and down and it can get crowded at the top

Eddie Trenary

Cool to go inside and visit if you're walking around the city

Sam Gonzalez

Amazing historical place. So very interesting

Victor Flores

Good museum, St. Louis history and arch while is under remodeling

Marty McMann

Pretty amazing place. The inside is gorgeous.

FARSHAD TEHRANI

Learn so much about st.louis

WL SM

A legacy of the glorious past

nadav itai

Very interesting for short visit. Impressing building

Ben Johnson

A beautiful old courthouse. On my visit, it was the visitor's center for the Arch.

Liz Moon

Under construction, so you can't get a beautiful photo without cranes and heavy machinery.

Mike Allen

Middle of construction right now, but looks like it is going to be beautiful when done!

Rusty Lockett

I think this would've been more fun if it wasn't also handling everything for the arch

Leo Fitzmaurice

Nice experience here. Dancing, and a lot of other cool things in the winter here.

Angel W

Lots of fun for kids and lots of animal interaction.

Michelle Michelle

Awesome

John Hosko

Lots a cool things to see. very historic.

Brenda Stephens

Beautiful building and a great history lesson.

Eric Jacobson

Great history amazing learning. Ask the staff questions because they're their stuff.

TIANWEI CHEN

Historic site

George Estes

Love the history of the building and how it has been restored

Page Portwood

It was just really fun, worth ten bucks that's for sure.

Joy

Beautiful inside with lots of historical exhibits

Elia Uluilakeba

Great place to tour with family.

Dean Hoover

Both the presentation and views are amazing. You have to do it!

Tina Cecil

Beautiful building with interesting architectural details.

Lillian Parson

Great place for. Kids FUN and Adult CHIL

kolby hambright

No parking, and if you do find a place to park they give parking tickets as soon as you step away from your car.

Henry Balensifer

Super intetesting history. Liked it better than the arch.

Filip Jasinski

Worth visiting.

Eileen Stiles

This historic building is just beautiful!

Amy K.

Amazing local history and gorgeous rotunda!

Justin Rose

A powerful testament to our history as a country and the justice issues we are still struggling with.

Steve Kovacs

Historic!

Jonathan Crawford

If you go there, have Dan give you a tour! Very good

Wai-meng Leong

Great ancient building, free to visit

Grete Rasmussen

Beautiful building with the arch in the background.

Jared Dix

Impressive architecture, friendly staff, and interesting history.

Teedy St. Clair

So much history. Spent 2 hours. Wish I had more time.

David Barker

Beautiful architecture inside the old courthouse.

Bryce Caster

Lots of history here. During the Arch construction, this is the spot to get tickets.

Stephanie Richey

I always enjoy my visit to the arch!

Tammy

Beautiful building.

Gentle John

Great.

Susan Baker

Nice old courthouse with lots of historical information.

Bohra Family

Still closed but pretty exterior

Eric O'Dell

If you enjoy history this is worth checking out.

Rachel Gonzalez

A little known treasure in St Louis and a definite must-see if you are visiting.

Bob Alferman

Amazing detail architecture a must-see

Saralyn Voltz

An enjoyable stop and you can go in for free!

Giacomo Luca

Awesome and must see site if visiting St. Louis!

Monna Susan Copeland

Very interesting history that is vital to our Nation.

Sherylen Patterson

Good historical building with great information

Brian Pirtle

Beautiful and informative.

Carson Scrv

It is something everyone should see. The park is currently under construction. And there was a long wait to go up.

Jessica Crisco

Great place to visit for the history nerd.

Mindy Primm

Beautifully restored courthouse with many displays

Carlos Acosta

Excellent place to learn about the history of Saint Louis MO.

Raffi Boyajian

Definitely worth going all the way to the top.

linda henegar

Beautiful building. Friendly staff

Nana73 Carol

Very photogenic and interesting building.

Anthony Engberg

Neat historic place to visit

Renee Vanwagoner

Awsome place to learn some history

Diane K

Very interesting place to visit.

kiya laws

Happy to learn about Dred and Mary Scot

Jan Openlander

Full of history. Well preserved and free

Myron Walker

This is where Dred Scott pleaded his case and it was overturned by the supreme Court

Amber Swigert

Was too afraid to go up, but it was such an incredible sight.

D Johnson

ok place

Jonathan Morgan

Can't wait to takethe tour

Corey Plunkett

Love this old building so much info

Kathy Brotherton

Very educational. Absolutely beautiful.

Isaac Horman

Great attraction and amazing feat of engineering.

Chris Holder

Fun experience that gives a decent history of St Louis

Gitty Rosenberg

Had a great tour here

Barb O'Shea

Excellent! Didn't have enough time ...

Emelly Williams

What's awesome experience lotta history

Ted Gast

Historic courthouse and museum downtown near the Arch

Kiffany Ramsey

Very interesting piece of St. Louis history!

Archie Brown

This place is a must see if you ever in St. Louis.

Brendan Robinson

Nice historic building.

Carrie Charlson

Amazing historical site.

Chant W. Phat

Great place for history lovers.

Aziz Bhagat

Under construction but still very cool

Kathryn Karnes

So cool a must check out

Jonathan Cutrer

Well worth the ride to the top!

paul travis

Great piece of history and it is free!

Marvin Hodges

Always wanted to go, never got the chance 😩 …

Barbara Nulty

All of it is worth the 10$ ride to top.

Mr.J Lo

Great historic place!

Carrie Smith

Meat historic place to visit!

w b

Closed because of a trump tantrum when we visited.

Jason Eagleson

Historic and right near the St. Louis Arch.

Mark Chan

Nice historical exhibit

George Busby

Was a good land mark to see.

Linda Maynard

Loved it 3ben tho it was raining

Wyatt Tatum / TGO

Elegant

Julie Mills

Very cool learning experience!

nick jeffries

Undergoing renovations very nice work

Ariel Guilliam

A great piece of our history!

Doug Fung

Cool building close to the Arch.

Chris Mills

To actually see where the Dred Scott decision was passed down

Lynn Knutson

Great place to see hisrory

Hafid Mohadi

Just a gigantic Arch, literally. No more no less.

Daniel Greer

Great seeing all the history of St. Louis

Vicki Barnes

This was the most beautiful place

Lisa Anderson

Sombering experience

Steve Darnell

Steeped in history from Dred Scott to Louis Brandeis

Sean Conroy

Historic building for you history buffs

Darin Ziegler

Place to buy tickets for the Arch.

Dee Mack

Lots of incredible history to see

J V

Beautiful St Louis architecture!

Dennis Dickey

Package with visit to arch make the trip

Jatu Cancer

Great place to hang out

Kathy Ortega

Interesting old historic place.

David Behrmann

Get there early it was closed by 445.

E.J. Nevel Jr.

My son had fun

Tom Beckel

Beautiful old courthouse in St. Louis.

Bryan Beish

Nice historical building

nuky boi

It was very historic to saint Louis

Richard Grumm

Nice place. Worth a stop in

Sarah L.

Great place to learn history

Rachel Edwards

Very beautiful building

Robert Montgomery

Get place to see and visit to see history

Amy Korenchuk

Was nice to see the history.

Matthew Vandever

Enjoyed my visit

Srinath Tankasala

the place to buy tickets for the arch

Angelina Hammond

A beautiful piece of history!

John Lewis

Cool place for history.

Mandy Vassalle

Beautiful educational and free

John Buffington

Nice very historic

DeLo

Love the old architecture

Byron Keaton

The ultimate Saint Louis experience!

Alex Fagen

Dred Scott story we'll told.

razarac23

Nice tour...

Dana Fazekas

Beautiful building.

Rachel Roberts

No where to park with the moving truck and trailer

Brenda Pippin

Very cool

Gwen Russell

Had a great time

Frances Bell

Go visit this magnificent building

Juan Moore

Educational and interesting tour

Pascal Caron

so awesome to see!

Restorations By Wren Lacey, WA.

Awesome piece of history

Calvin Williams

Always been my landmark

Thorsten Fink

Worth to walk through it

Brad Beggs

It is pretty old

Naomi Taylor

Beautiful architecture

BiffWebster

Learn the history of St. Louis.

Smokey Da'Bear

Great tour

Sándor Bokor

Nice to visit.

A. Anter

Very Historic

Aginta Geniusa

Great view

Lee Ann Bishop

Beautiful building

m'vonta chapple

I was out hunting birds

Michael Wooff

Beautiful building

Derrick Middleton

Nice and historical.

Valery Pugatch

Beautiful!

Andy Dincher

Check out the center of the dome

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