It had been quite a while since I had been on a ferris wheel. When I first heard that Union Station was getting one, I didn't think much of it. I'd see it all the time while hanging out downtown, but never found myself convinced until recently to check it out. Tickets are $17 for adults but you are able to save by bundling tickets with other attractions at Union Station (which is what we did). The St Louis Wheel stands at 200 feet tall and seemed more impressive up close. There was only a short wait to get on the ferris wheel and, although the night was a little brisk, the climate-controlled gondolas kept us warm (which was a welcomed surprise)! The ride lasted approximately 10 minutes, giving a great view of the surrounding area. Overall, this far exceeded my expectations. Definitely worth checking out and I would recommend doing so at nighttime to see the city lit up! read more

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1st time visitor Not sure the cost to ride Downfall was one of the hotter weeks to wait for the Wheel But it was cool to see the view of the city such as the Arch, St. Louis Blues Hockey Arena, St. Louis Spirit Soccer team stadiums Union Station is pretty cool, plenty to do with the kids But it was a cool experience though,worth visiting if you like Ferris Wheels read more

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I have been on this wheel a few times since it has opened and think it's a cool way to see the city. Do I think it should cost $17 for the ride? No. But, I guess the city needs to make money somehow. I just think it's a little too pricey and I have heard people say they won't pay to do it. I think the wheel gets you around like 1-2 total times without stopping, but the rest of the time, they are just loading and unloading so it's a lot of stopping and starting which isn't so fun. But yes, the view from the top is great (especially on a nice clear day or night). read more

It's a little expensive for my liking, it was $65 for a family of 4. That's the only reason I marked down from a 5 to 4 stars. The experience was really neat. We went on a really hot day and I was surprised that it had AC and it was very comfortable. Each pod was clean and well kept. Staff were nice and efficient. It's worth it if you can afford it. It probably makes more sense from a cost perspective if you bundle the tickets with other activities. read more

Nothing says true love like your partner facing their fears and going up in a tall ferris wheel when they are afraid of heights. That's what my wife did for me when we were visiting Union Station recently, and we survived to tell about it. If you enjoy seeing the city from up above this is a great option. You're enclosed in an air conditioned gondola, but the views are terrific. And the little door is locked, so don't think about jumping out when you get to the top-bad idea. read more

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If you love Ferris wheels and the opportunity to see the city from above, the Wheel will offer that experience. We visited Union Station during a beautiful weekday. No wait for those riding and tickets can be purchased in advance online. Tickets are approximately $20 pp. The parking lot for Union Station is nearby, only a quick walk over. From the highway you can easily spot the Wheel. read more

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I will admit up front I was a doubter about bringing the Wheel to Union Station. I thought that it would be something that ends up being a giant fiscal disaster like the Loop trolley. So far the second life of Union Station has defied my expectations and it seems to be doing relatively well. We decided to try out the Wheel with my wife's family. It was expensive, but not unreasonable. The movement is smooth, you barely feel like you are moving. You get a number of great views of the area. My son and daughter absolutely loved it. It isn't something that I would do regularly, but as a one of when people are in town visiting or as a treat for kids I think it was a great time. read more

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Really enjoyed The Wheel. I love that each cart is temperature controlled so you can go year round. The views are amazing. Such a wonderful addition to the STL area. read more

To be far , it's a nice experience just to say you've done it but the view isn't that great. The glass the day I went had lots of water spots impeding my view. For the price I need clear view but despite this comment you're still going to ride just for the sake of saying you did . read more

The St. Louis Wheel is a big Ferris wheel that sits at the tail end of Saint Louis union station area. Was in town with my daughters 8th grade trip when we had some time to explore the union station area before and after our aquarium visit. So naturally the teenagers eyes lit up when seeing this gigantic centerpiece for the area. The setup is a bit strange. Outside the wheel is a ticket purchasing area and gift shop. On one side you can purchase just a photo opportunity in front of the wheel and no ride combo. On the other side jok wait and buy tickets to ride the wheel. Tickets weee steep. $15 an adult to ride and $10 for kids agree 12 and under. My group I was chaperoning all wanted to ride so I was nice and got everyone tickets. After all you only have one 8th grade trip so let's make it memorable. There was little to no wait on our Friday mid morning visit. The wheel itself went around about 3-4 times and had decent heights. Instead of an open carriage you are in a closed off carriage so you are not in the weather elements. The ride itself was just ok. I'm not a huge Ferris wheel guy but it did offer great views or Saint Louis including the famed arch of Saint Louis. Overall, I wish this was cheaper. $15 to ride a Ferris wheel is borderline criminal. However it was worth it this one time to help create memories for a group of 8th graders on an out of town class trip. But I can not see myself riding this or paying that price again on my personal/family trips to Saint Louis. read more

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Probably one of the best Ferris wheels and even St. Louis the aquarium is really good. You can see all types of fish, sharks and other things. The food there is pretty good. You get to feed fish and it's really good for kids, even entertain, entertaining for adults and also you could have a lot of birthday is a gift shop read more

The wheel is super fun! The fact that the inside of the seats are temperature controlled is fabulous.

The last night my boys were in town, I thought what better thing to do than taking them on the wheel. We didn't get there until 8:45 that evening so a wonderful view of the lights in all directions. It was a cold evening but being this late and a cold evening we didn't encounter a line and got right in within minutes. The cab/cart/pod (whatever they are called) was warm and completely comfortable. The views are amazing. Honestly better in the dark in my opinion. read more

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It's been a long time since I've been on anything Ferris Wheel-like but as a tourist I'm glad we were able to make it over to Union Station to check this out. The little cabs are much nicer than I thought they'd be. There's A/C, a music speaker and an emergency call button. There are two benches on either side. As you move towards the top of the wheel, there are really great views of the city. We could see the stadium lights from the Cardinals game that was going on. We caught a glimpse of the Arch. The adult ticket is $20 and the ride is about 15 min. read more

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Located next to the Hilton Union Station and enclosed in an entertainment and dining park with the Saint Louis Aquarium, you can't miss the wheel. With 42 gondolas that each seat six people comfortably, it runs to a height of 200 feet. For your $15, you'll get three or four rotations and at least one stop at or near the very top. From there, a 360 degree view of the Saint Louis skyline including the tall buildings and the Gateway Arch. On this cold evening, the glass was a little fogged and a little streaked. Our pictures of Saint Louis good but weren't perfect. There is paid parking in the lot at the park. You might also be able to find metered or street parking nearby. [Review 14453 overall, 1779 of 2020, number 86 in Missouri.] read more

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We love coming here! The wheel is so much fun to ride and the view is amazing. Our whole family loves it. Don't miss out on putt putt, grab a bite to eat out there and check out the aquarium. Such a fun spot to visit! read more

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The St. Louis Wheel is bringing people back to Union Station and it is exciting to see. My first ride on the Wheel was an overcast day. My second ride was after the Polar Express Train Ride. We were still able to take pictures of the St. Louis Arch on both rides. The temperature controlled cars are very helpful from the ever changing St. Louis weather. There is a Photo Area and small Merchandise Area all within The Wheel section of Union Station. A small playground is also nearby. Planning a special Night...the VIP Car has a glass bottom floor and Captain's Chairs. All of the passenger cars are easy to enter and exit with plenty of staff on duty to assist. Just an addition of one or two more times around would make the ticket price seem more reasonable... read more

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I enjoyed it I went up in it with Friends. I thought it was awesome. My Mom has never been on it before but she doesn't like high places.

One of the most promising upcoming attractions in St. Louis is the giant ferris wheel at the redeveloping Union Station. I've ridden it during the day and at night, and it was a cool trip both times. I first rode with the Yelp Elites when we had our sneak-peak Aquarium tour Yelp event in October, at night. Seeing the city all lit up at a 20-mile, 360 degree view was definitely a great moment. You can see everything from Clayton, the Anheuser-Busch Brewery to the Arch - as well as the other big Ferris wheel at the City Museum! I also rode it during one afternoon, and it was as good. I haven't ridden on other notable Ferris wheels, like the ones in Seattle, Chicago and Las Vegas. But I'm sure the new St. Louis one doesn't compare as well to those. According to AAA, the St. Louis Wheel is 49 feet larger than the Statue of Liberty (who'd have thunk?), and at nighttime the wheel has 1.6 million LED lights that light up the city. At times, the colors will bring a theme! It doesn't seem like it, but each gondola can hold up to eight people. The St. Louis Wheel is for everyone, young and old. Except, of course, if you have a major fear of heights. The staff does inform that there is an emergency button that can be used at all times. The gondolas are cozy, as they have a 72-degree temperature all year round. If I'm not mistaken, there is even a radio in there! read more

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This is a giant Ferris wheel with climate-controlled seating. It's pretty pricey for what it is, but comparable to similar wheels elsewhere. When I rode, I was taken on 5-6 trips around it and got to stop on one of the trips. The view isn't spectacular but you can see the arch and the various neighborhoods of STL from afar. I wouldn't necessarily do it again, but it was a nice thing to experience once. read more

The relatively new St. Louis Wheel is a fun, family-friendly attraction at Union Station. It offers cool views of downtown and a new perspective on the surrounding area. The cars are big enough to comfortably fit six adults, or maybe eight individuals if you're including children (or are just ok being cozier with one another). I think we got about five revolutions, which overall lasted around 15 minutes. The lines can get long during busy hours, but we came in the morning and waltzed right on. One funny note: if you're wearing the right shade of green, you'll blend into the green screen they use for photos! Then if you want to buy your photo, your shirt will show the digital background :). We got a laugh out of that. Overall a nice attraction to check out as a family. read more

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I joined some friends for a birthday ride on the new Ferris Wheel last week. It was a weeknight, but there was still a good 15 or so minute wait. The ride cost $15. I guess that isn't too high (pun intended), but it isn't too low either. I wish it were about 10. The gondolas are mostly plastic so they are transparent. You get really good views in each direction, but I found west the best. The ride is about 15 minutes. We had four adults and one kid. I wouldn't want to do any longer than 15niw that I've been at night, I'd like to go during the day. read more

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I really enjoy the wheel ride. I purchased my tickets online and got a combo called the wheel date night pckg ticket $50 for 2 people that included the ride, 2 drinks and 2 custom 6 x8" souvenir photos. The ride was about 10 min long . read more

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I'm really happy for the city of St. Louis to now have a revitalized Union Station. This place was buzzing with people everywhere. From the new aquarium, to the new Ferris wheel, to the restaurants, there were long lines of people waiting for these great attractions. The Wheel was fun, the line moved quickly, the employees were friendly and helpful. It was a cold, but beautiful day, so from the top we could see a good distance. The heaters inside the gondola worked very well. You can get up to 8 people in each gondola, but it would be pretty tight. We had 7 in our party, 2 men, 1 woman, and 4 kids and we had enough room. The seats are comfortable and the windows offer a nice panoramic view. I hope people continue to come out and support this and other new STL entertainment. We need this and more positivity in our metro area! read more

The St. Louis Wheel - Nice view of the city from the top of the Wheel - Amusement Parks Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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Fun family attraction!! Great view of the city! $17.00 for adults, approximately 10 rounds. Smooth air conditioned ride! Would definitely recommend!! read more

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This was one of my favorite highlights of st. Louis... along side of the arch, botanical gardens, the city museum, & the st louis zoo There is also a really good smaller zoo near by called Grant's Farm. They have the ever so famous clydesdales to see and you get 2 free beers as well. Admission is free you do however have to pay to park. It was worth it to visit all these places! read more

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On our trip to St. Louis we went on the St. Louis Wheel and it was an amazing experience! The ride was smooth and comfortable, and the views from the top were absolutely breathtaking. From up high, you could see the whole city skyline and the Mississippi River. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting St. Louis. read more

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I ain't scared of no heights! Great date night activity. Reservations can be made online and our wait was minimal. Def a fun a activity, especially on a warm night. Then you can't beat a walk around Union Station :) I'll be back again for a daytime view of the Arch. read more

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This was amazing! Tickets were easy to get. You get your photo taken with your party that you can view at the end that has plenty of backgrounds to choose from. The line moved fairly quickly. Once you are on the wheel you stop a couple times to let others on, but then you do 3-4 revolutions. The views are amazing. The gondolas are temperature controlled and play music. Totally fun and definitely worth it. The photos turned out great! There are a variety of picture packages to choose from from digital only to print on site. Love this! read more

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Around, around, around she goes.... where she stops ...is probably four! Union Station is one of the coolest iconic St. Louis landmarks, recalling the day the City WAS the biggest cross country hub in the days of the railroad. The Wheel is a super new attraction to give you a climate controlled view of the Lou. It's located in the rear of Union Station by the pond and some touristy restaurants. Give it a spin! read more

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On A Clear Day You Can See Forever. So jump into your car and head over to Union Station and ride The STL Wheel. It's a sweet ride. My visit was a Thursday afternoon with my two cousins. It was a slow day, so our group of three was able to have our own gondola, that typically seats six. The gondolas are climate controlled and ours was toasty warm. I was also impressed with how clear/clean the glass windows were. It made taking pictures of the majestic views so easy. The ride itself is smooth and easy. It' a slow ride and times you almost don't realize that you're actually moving. Typically, I am not a fan of heights, but being enclosed in the gondola, I was totally comfortable. The staff assisting riders on and off The Wheel, were extremely friendly. The young man responsible for assisting us was a hoot. His smile was huge. Every time we passed him doing our rotations, he'd show us his big smile and give us a fun silly wave. So, the next time you have out of town guest. You have two tourist attractions to take them "UP" in and show them the beauty of our city. When: January 9, 2020 Why: Supporting my local tourist attraction. read more

We went on Tuesday. There was next to no one there or riding. They let one couple off and put us in the same car, spraying the seats with disinfectant. The windows were fogged due to weather and the expirations of the previous occupants. Poor visibility and poor infection control in the middle of a pandemic. I'm A nurse working actively with the COVID situation. With 42 cars on the Wheel, you could rotate usage for safety when you only utilize 2 cars per ride. read more

It's a joy to have the wheel as a new addition to the St. Louis city skyline. It is a beauty to look at. However, tickets are pricey ($15 per adult, $10 per child for a 15 min ride, equivalent to 3-4 rounds). I've been twice, both at night. Honestly, the views are just all right. I think the location is not the best. They could also use some changes according to the season or holidays, for example, Christmas carol playing and Christmas lights and mistletoe in the month of December. It is romantic for a date, or a fun outing for a family with kids, but prices can really add up. I think it's worth going once, but definitely not the #1 attraction that I would take my friend or family visiting. read more

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So cooool! I visited the wheel on opening day, 9/30/19, with mom. Super fun ride in a climate controlled car. And that a/c was blasting! You can adjust, or completely shut, the vents. The music was a tad loud. Happy, upbeat music that was perfect for a spin, and a great view of the STL skyline, but the volume was a little intrusive, in terms of holding a conversation. I had some issues purchasing tickets online; it turned out that their site was having some growing pains, but we didn't have to wait long at the box office to get them! It's a must-see for natives and visitors alike! read more

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Wheelchair Accessible! I was having trouble purchasing the tickets on line so I sent a message, through facebook, and they got right back with me. The person who helped me out was fast at answering my message and very helpful. GREAT customer service! That night, opening night, 7 of us went to The Wheel. 2 of us use power wheelchairs. I had contacted someone at The Wheel a month or so ago in regards to wheelchairs and they said that there would be accessible gondolas. On their website it says that it is wheelchair accessible, but I was still very skeptical. We waited in the regular line (no special entrance!), and when it was our turn, the employees grabbed a metal ramp and put it right up to the gondola. ANY gondola - it didn't have to be a certain "accessible" one! As of right now, only one person is allowed to accompany the guest who is using the wheelchair (per gondola). That was kinda a bummer because there were 7 of us, but we just split up into 3 different gondola's (2 carrying my sons who use wheelchairs along with one family member and then another carrying 3 of us). We just Facetimed each other during the ride - it was fun!!!! One suggestion that I do have is to back into the gondola if you can. There is no room to turn the wheelchair around, so when you 'pull' in, you're facing west (mostly highway). If you 'back' in, you'll be facing the Arch and downtown! Either way, it's a great view and lots of fun!! So, great job STL! Thank you for thinking of accessibility!!! I can't wait to see if the new Aquarium is as accommodating! read more

The St. Louis Wheel - Wheelchair?? No problem! - Amusement Parks Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

I enjoy heights so I was excited to try the wheel. I love how festive and pretty the wheel is at night. My kids point it out whenever we drive by on the highway. Overall, getting in and off went smoothly. I went at night so I couldn't see the view that well, but we go around enough times to get a good look. It seems a little expensive for the whole family considering how short the ride is, but overall it's a fun addition to the area. I would like to try it again during the day. read more

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I don't like heights, so let me say that off the bat. Still, I got on THE WHEEL as a courtesy to my bride. It was only somewhat terrifying, primarily when it stopped. So long as it was moving, though, I felt ok. The view is remarkable from 200 feet in the air, and the ride is smooth. I was also relieved that the gondolas were enclosed -- I definitely wouldn't have ridden in the open air (or during a wind storm). The only reason I'm not giving five stars is the price. To me, $15 seemed a little steep for a 15-minute ride. But, that's just me. In general, I think the Wheel is worth doing once, but not more than once. read more

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We went on a clear night; highly recommend at that time. Gives a different ambiance. They have about 40 gondolas that each seat six people comfortably. Goes up about 200 feet. We got 4 rotations and a full stop at the top. Had a great view of the St Louis skyline with downtown and the Arch in one direction; and going out to the suburbs the other direction. For $!5, we were on for 15 minutes. read more

I had the pleasure of riding the new wheel on a Monday eve. I was surprised and impressed to see how many people were at Union Station on a Monday night! But still no wait to go for a ride. I loved nighttime city lights views! I get a little nervous on open air, jerky ferris wheels but no fear here! The car ride was so smooth, and well ventilated. We took 3 full spins around before exiting. It's was a great experience and will definitely come back to do it again. read more

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Waited for the hype to die down a little and debated day visit vs. night but wanted view of city as first experience. So worth it! Sure it is not the same height as the Arch so you won't get a stunning Vista, but super fun nonetheless . Not super busy on a wintry day so we went around 5 times in 15 minutes and it was EXCELLENT! Be nice to the workers--they are primarily HS kids and are polite and upbeat when it cannot be fun to be standing in the cold . Cannot wait to compare to a night visit! Definitely recommend. read more

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