St. Louis - Gateway Arch & More ~ Jun 5 to Aug 14, 2009

The Gateway Arch,St. Louis, Missouri
Passengers ride to the top of the arch in this contraption.
Notice the wheels at the top — wheels mesh with a track inside of the arch to carry people to the top. The edges of the contraption are rounded so they don't hit the inside curvature of the arch as it ascends.
Looking down on the center of downtown from the top of the arch.
Looking down on city hall from the top of the arch.
A view of the city from the top of the arch.
Looking down on a river boat cruise on the Mississippi from the top of the arch.
Across the river was an RV park.
Bridges crossing the Mississippi.
Helicopter tours were offered near the arch.
An arch staff member takes a break to check her cell phone.