Last updated: August 3, 2024
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Plan Like a Park Ranger at Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park
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Ten Tips for Visiting Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park
Check out our staff's top 10 tips for planning your trip to Ste. Genevieve NHP below!
Visiting more than one park? See tips from other rangers around the country and plan your next park visit like a park ranger.
Visiting more than one park? See tips from other rangers around the country and plan your next park visit like a park ranger.
Start your visit to Ste. Genevieve in the Welcome Center, located at 66 S. Main Street. Here you can pick up a free map, watch a short film, visit the restroom, shop in the park store, and learn a bit about the town's history before you start exploring.
Explore more of historic Ste. Genevieve by taking a self-guided walk around the town or by visiting the Memorial Cemetery. See the more natural side of Ste. Genevieve by walking the levee trail near the Mississippi River.
Attend a ranger-guided program inside one of the historic houses managed by the National Park Service. Programs are offered daily, dependending on staffing and weather, and admission requires tickets. Free program tickets are available at the Welcome Center on a first come, first serve bases.. See our calendar for upcoming tour times.
Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park offers you many opportunities to practice personal wellness by exploring the historic streets and buildings, learning about the city’s cultural influences, and reflecting in the beautiful streetscapes and gardens. Improve your Physical, Learning, and Mental Wellness by embarking on the National Park Service Wellness Challenge.
Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park is surrounded by the town of Ste. Genevieve. If you are planning to spend a few days exploring the area check out the restaurants, shops, and attractions the town has to offer.
The park service only operates a few of the historic houses in town. To explore more of the town's history, visit with our partners.
Pick up your copy of the Junior Ranger book for free at the Welcome Center and become a Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park Junior Ranger.
Depending on when you visit the weather can be rainy, hot and humid, or very windy and cold. Check the current conditions to see what the weather will be on your visit.
See if the park has any special talks or programs happening during your visit by checking our calendar.
Check out the NPS App for mobile and tablet to see things to do, maps, and much more around Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park.