Jul 26, 2021
There are plenty of indoor activities in St. Louis. If it's raining, too hot, or you prefer indoor activities, we're here to help you have indoor fun in the St. Louis area.
Indoor Fun for All Ages
#1 Mastermind Room Escape
Are you looking for one of the best escape rooms in the country? Mastermind Room Escape is ranked #1 on TripAdvisor and has a loyal following both locally (St. Louis area) and among escape room enthusiasts. Built by a family that loves to have fun indoors together, Mastermind Room Escape is known for its diversity of rooms. The unique clues given to you as you attempt to escape are challenging and fun. This isn't your run-of-the-mill escape room; it's handcrafted with love by the owners, so you have a terrific experience.
#2 Top Notch Axe Throwing
Step up the indoor fun by throwing axes. Located in the same building in downtown St. Louis, Top Notch Axe Throwing is known for its helpful Axe Masters and BYOB policy. Grab your favorite six-pack and enjoy axe throwing across from the Gateway Arch. If you have a large group and some members tend toward axe throwing, and others are more interested in something like an escape room, meet up at Gentry's Landing, and you can have the best of both worlds between Top Notch Axe Throwing and Mastermind Room Escape in the same building.
#3 Central Public Library
Oh, how we love a good library! The Central Public Library in St. Louis is a grand building with wide marble staircases, a wide digital collection, and a cherished collection of books and archives. Recognized as a national treasure for its architecture, the library building architect was Cass Gilbert, a "starchitect" who also built the U.S. Supreme Court building and Woolworth Building in New York City.
#4 National Blues Museum
St. Louis is a music town. We're especially proud of the blues, and that pride can be strongly felt at the National Blues Museum. The museum is the only institution of its kind dedicated to preserving the legacy of Blues music and its impact on world culture.
#5 Cathedral Basilica
The Cathedral Basilica is known for its lofty vaults and radiant mosaics. The artistic approach to designing this superstructure is unique. Over 12 architects worked on various projects that have come together in beauty. The Cathedral Basilica offers cathedral and museum tours regularly.
Indoor Fun in St. Louis
There's so much indoor fun in St. Louis to enjoy; We also recommend visiting local museums and indoor farmer's markets. There's so much to do in St. Louis. If it's raining or too hot outside, we recommend choosing something from our top 5 list above and enjoying the day inside!