After purchasing timed tickets for the Arch docume...

After purchasing timed tickets for the Arch documentary and the tram ride, we had time to enjoy the museum and gift shop while we waited.

The documentary on the building of the Arch was very informative and showed several harrowing moments. A truly remarkable architectural and engineering feat!

The tram ride takes four minutes to ascend the Arch and three minutes to descend. Up to five people can sit in a tram car, which resembles some sort of Star Trek-era escape pod. At the top of the Arch are several windows on either side where you can take magnificent photos looking east to the Mississippi River or west toward the St. Louis Old Courthouse.

Not a bad price ($20 for both documentary and tram ride), and the whole shebang took about three hours. A worthwhile visit to St. Louis!