St. Louis rental cars

Known by its iconic Gateway Arch, St. Louis offers a heavy dose of Midwestern hospitality and big-city fun. The "Gateway to the West" is home to everything from eclectic year-round festivals in the Central West End to the grandeur of the Anheuser-Busch brewery complex on Cherokee Street, and the best way to see it all is with a discount St. Louis rental car.

Sports fans are in for a treat -- ESPN The Magazine named this Missouri metropolis the "Ultimate Sports City." If you happen to be in town during baseball season, pack the kids in your rental car and head to a St. Louis Cardinals game at Busch Stadium. This venue offers great views of America's pastime no matter where you sit.

A true beer town due to its Irish, Czech and German heritage, St. Louis has more than its fair share of great brews. Although most beer fans will recognize the familiar logo of Budweiser flashing all over the city, several craft breweries are also creating a buzz. One of the most talked-about is the Schlafly Brewing Company, home to delicious drafts, brewery tours and a large tap room. Be advised: Weekends are popular, so get here early if you want a seat.

It just wouldn't be trip to St. Louis if you didn't take your car rental to the Gateway Arch. The nation's tallest manmade monument has been the city's iconic symbol for more than 40 years. With awe-inspiring views of the city and educational programs about the westward expansion of the United States, this is the perfect spot for history buffs and photography enthusiasts.

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