700 North Front Street, East St. Louis
Scenic Viewpoint, Historical Site, Walking Path, Bridge, Public Space, Tourist Attraction, Photography Spot, Engineering Marvel
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Free Entry
Eads Bridge is an iconic steel arch bridge that spans the Mississippi River, connecting St. Louis, Missouri, and East St. Louis, Illinois. Completed in 1874, it was the first bridge to use steel as its primary material and was considered a marvel of engineering at the time. Today, it is a popular pedestrian walkway and offers stunning views of the river and city skyline.
Visit during sunset for breathtaking views of the river and city.
- Take your time walking across to enjoy the views.
- Visit early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds.
- Bring a camera for stunning photo opportunities.
- Check local events, as the bridge may host community activities.
- Wear comfortable shoes as the walk can be long.
- Admission ticket fees
- Children Free
- Youth Free
- Adults Free
- Senior citizens Free
- Historic significance
- Lighting for nighttime viewing
- Scenic views of the Mississippi River
- Bicycle access
- Nearby parks and green spaces
- Public art installations
- Access to nearby attractions
- Seating areas
- Informational plaques
- Pedestrian walkway
No Special Occasion Reservation available!
- Monday Open 24 hours
- Tuesday Open 24 hours
- Wednesday Open 24 hours
- Thursday Open 24 hours
- Friday Open 24 hours
- Saturday Open 24 hours
- Sunday Open 24 hours