Things To Do Nearby
St. Charles Attractions Guide Family-Friendly Activities
Historic Main Street
✨Vibe
A step back in time. It is Missouri’s first State Capitol, featuring cobblestone streets, gas lights, and over 120 independent shops and restaurants.
⏳Distance
Approx. Time: 12-15 min drive
✅Why Go
It is the #1 tourist attraction in the city. You can tour the First State Capitol, walk along the Missouri River at Frontier Park, or just shop fun shops, antiques and spices.
The Katy Trail
✨Vibe
The longest recreational rail-trail in the US.
⏳Distance
Approx. Time: 12-15 mins (Access at Frontier Park)
✅Why Go
Rent a bike at the Bike Stop Cafe on Main Street and ride a few miles along the river. It’s flat, crushed gravel, and very scenic.
Streets of St. Charles
✨Vibe
A modern urban center with everything in one block.
⏳Distance
Approx. Time: 12 min drive
✅Why Go
Catch a movie at the luxury AMC Theater, play pickleball at Chicken N Pickle, or grab late-night sushi. It’s a great rainy-day option.
Fast Lane Classic Cars
✨Vibe
A museum-quality classic car dealership.
⏳Distance
Approx. Time: 12–15 min drive
✅Why Go
It is the Midwest’s largest classic car dealer, but it functions like a free museum. You can walk through three massive showrooms filled with Cobras, Mustangs, and 1950s antiques.
Rec Hall (St. Charles)
✨Vibe
A massive indoor warehouse filled with "yard games."
⏳Distance
Approx. Time: 10 min drive
✅Why Go
Unlimited play of cornhole, ping pong, bocce ball, and giant Jenga. They have a bar and food trucks, making it great for groups who want to be active but stay indoors.
