You'll find information including how far the attraction is from Creve Coeur (measured in miles from Autumn View Gardens assisted living community), some details about what to expect at each site and information about accessibility or senior admission rates, if applicable.
Note that the driving time estimates below were obtained from Google Maps and may vary depending on traffic and time of day. It's best to plan some extra time for travel.
Address: 13725 Marine Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63146
Distance: Approximately 8 miles or 10-15 minutes driving time from Autumn View Gardens
Creve Coeur Lake Park is conveniently located for older adults who like to enjoy greenspaces and walking trails. You can walk all or part of the 6-mile water trail while reading about the history, flora and fauna of the area, or you can challenge friends to a friendly game of disc golf. The recreational lake allows some fishing, and if you have grandkids with you, the sprayground keeps everyone cool in the summer, and you can check out four different playgrounds.
Address: 11400 Olde Cabin Road, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Distance: Approximately 3 miles or 7-10 minutes driving time from Autumn View Gardens
You can book tee times as early as around 6:30 a.m. at the Creve Coeur Golf Course. Cost varies by tee time, how many people will be golfing and whether you want a cart. You can expect to pay $12 to $25 for tee times for this 9-hole golf course. You can book online or by calling the pro shop at 314-432-1806.
Address: 80 West County Center Drive, Des Peres, MO 63131
Distance: Approximately 10 miles or 15 minutes driving time from Autumn View Gardens
If you'd rather walk the shops than the links, the West County Center shopping mall might be a better morning outing. You can shop starting at 10 a.m. every day but Sunday, when the mall opens at 11. Some stores you'll find at this location include Baby Gap, Men's Wearhouse, Perfume Galaxy, Lush, Hallmark and Lululemon. You can also grab a bite to eat at numerous restaurants in the mall before heading back home after lunch.
Address: South Main Street, St. Charles, MO 63301
Distance: Around 10-12 miles or 15-20 minutes driving time from Autumn View Gardens
Main Street in downtown St. Charles offers a charming setting and plenty of access to shops and dining. Slip in and out of unique boutiques, grab coffee and pastries or take a self-guided walking tour to immerse yourself in the cultural heritage of the area.
Address: 15050 Faust Park, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Distance: Around 9 miles or 16 minutes driving time from Autumn View Gardens
The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House is located at Faust Park. You can explore over 8,000 square feet of the conservatory, which is enclosed and features tropical plants and more than 60 butterfly species. General admission is $8 per person, but adults age 65 and older pay $5. Tickets for kids aged 3 to 12 are also $5 each, so this might be an affordable outing with the grandkids. If you're looking for an even more affordable option, residents of St. Louis County or the city proper can get in free the first Tuesday of each month if they arrive within the first 2 hours of opening.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. However, the Butterfly House operates on extended hours during the summer, so it's open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Address: 1 Fine Arts Drive, St. Louis, MO, 63110
Distance: Approximately 12 miles or 20 minutes driving time from Autumn View Gardens
The St. Louis Art Museum is an ideal morning outing for those who enjoy exploring creative expression or viewing the history of art. General admission to the museum is free every day, but you may need to pay for admittance to ticketed exhibits. On Friday, you can get into the main exhibits for free too. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays.
You can find accessible parking spots, if needed, in the parking garage or on Fine Arts Drive, and there are elevators to all levels of the museum. If you need a wheelchair for use at the museum, you can check at any of the welcome desks to find out if a complimentary wheelchair is available.
Address: 5595 Grand Drive, St. Louis, MO 63112
Distance: Around 11 miles or 16 minutes driving time from Autumn View Gardens
Forest Park offers 1,300 acres of green space, woods, streams and other natural structures. Numerous attractions, including the art museum, are located within the park. You might want to schedule multiple morning outings to this location and explore different areas every time you visit.
