Saint Louis Life and Visitor Travel Tips

(Saint Louis, Missouri - MO, USA)

St. Louis has a wealth of visitor attractions including museums, galleries, theme parks and historic monuments. Add to this great shopping, excellent nightlife and fine dining and you have a city that is increasingly popular with visitors.

To make the most of your trip, it is possible to pick up travel guides and tips from visitor information centers in St. Louis, or alternatively, do a little online research before your arrival.

Tourism and Tourist Information

St. Louis offers excellent tourist information facilities and there are plenty of online sources providing free information, guides and travel tips. Tourist information centers and travel agencies in St. Louis can assist you with travel information and details on attractions. Free guides, brochures, maps and tourist magazines are often distributed at these offices and at hotels throughout the city.

St. Louis Convention and Visitors' Commission
Address: One Metropolitan Square, Suite 1100, St. Louis, Missouri MO, 63102, USA
Tel: +1 314 421 1023
Open hours: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00

Language

There are literally hundreds of languages spoken all over the United States of America. The most common language in Saint Louis, Missouri and throughout America is English.

Visas

Prior to your arrival in Saint Louis, always check with your nearest consulate or embassy to inquire whether you need a visa for travel to Saint Louis and the USA. Visa applications should generally be made well in advance.

Working

A number of different categories for non-immigrant visas are available for those hoping to work in Saint Louis and the USA temporarily. Working without a visa is against the law in America, with strict penalties. Those intending to work in Saint Louis should apply for the relevant working visa in their home country and may require some paperwork from their prospective Saint Louis employer.

Currency

Currency in circulation today in Saint Louis, Missouri, is typical of the United States of America. The American dollar is the official currency of the USA and is also referred to as a 'buck'. Dollar bank notes in Saint Louis are generally called bills, in denominations of $1, $2 (unusual), $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100. The dollar is divided into 100 cents and coins in Saint Louis come in denominations of 1 cent (penny), 5 cents (nickel), 10 cents (dime) and 25 cents (quarter) and a 1 dollar coin.

Tipping

Tipping is commonplace throughout Saint Louis and often expected, unless the service has been unacceptable. Restaurants in Saint Louis usually expect to be tipped around 10 to 20 percent, as do local taxi drivers. Bars in the city also appreciate tips and often have special trays on the counter. Hotel staff in Saint Louis generally expect a small tip, which may be no more than a dollar.

Smoking

When eating out in Saint Louis, you will notice that most restaurants operate a general 'no smoking' policy. Smoking is also no longer allowed on public transportation in Saint Louis, including buses. Before smoking in enclosed public spaces in Saint Louis and Missouri, check with those nearby first.