Overview
Ste. Genevieve is a small city (population approx. 4,500) in south east Missouri, in the United States of America. Located on the west bank of the Mississippi River, it was founded in 1735. The first European settlement west of the river, it has the oldest brick building, still intact, west of the river today (The Old Brick restaurant). It's of French and German heritage. Part of the town is federally protected as Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park.
2 sights · 1 places to eat
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Best things about Ste. Genevieve
Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park Visitor Center
Felix Vallé House State Historic Site
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 24°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby St. Louis)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- BLV Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport, Belleville — 41 mi away. Directions
- STL St. Louis Lambert International Airport, St Louis — 56 mi away (major hub). Directions
From the north (one-hour drive from St. Louis) or the south take I-55, exit #150, then approx. 5 miles east on highway 32.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park Visitor Center
- Lunch Sirros
- Afternoon Felix Vallé House State Historic Site
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
From the north (one-hour drive from St. Louis) or the south take I-55, exit #150, then approx. 5 miles east on highway 32.
Get around
You'll have to drive. Within the historical district (downtown) walking is also reasonable.
See
- There are several French colonial buildings downtown.
Eat
Eat Sirros
Downtown Ste. Genevieve, -- pizza and burgers in a unique restaurant, building was once a movie theater
Drink
- The Orris theater, next to Sirros (see eat section)
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