ST. LOUIS' GROUP TOUR DESTINATION:
THE EDWARD JONES DOME
St. Louis' biggest attraction is a tour option in a city filled with variety and excitement for group travelers. In addition to being the site for international and national conventions and trade shows, the Edward Jones Dome at America's Center is home to the NFL's St. Louis Rams and other sports and special events.
At the start of the tour, guests view a video of the Dome which describes the elaborate construction process, demonstrates unique design features of the facility, and highlights memorable plays from the inaugural Rams football season. A walking tour of the facility includes visits to an official NFL team locker room, the press box, a private luxury party suite, and the Dome event floor/playing surface. Tours last approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.
Tours are available by reservation to groups of 20 or more persons, Monday through Friday, at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling 1-314-342-5036 from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., central standard time.
The cost of the tour is $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for Senior Citizens (55+), and $3.00 for children (5-12 years). Master Card, Visa, American Express, and checks are accepted for payment. The tour escort and motorcoach driver are admitted free and motorcoach parking is complimentary.
To accompany the Dome tour, a personalized welcome to St. Louis can be arranged for groups at the America's Center Visitor Information Center by calling 1-314-342-5150. Located at the corner of Seventh Street at Washington Avenue, just steps away from the Edward Jones Dome at America's Center, the Visitor Center offers brochures on attractions and special events. Short-term complimentary motor coach parking is available along Seventh Street.
Groups can continue their big league experience with visits to some of St. Louis' other sports venues and attractions including the roost of the St. Louis Cardinals, Busch Stadium; and the Scottrade Center, home of the NHL's St. Louis Blues. Contact the St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission at 1-800-916-0037 to speak with a tourism sales manager regarding these and other group travel options.
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