Rides at Union Station- Opens August 28
FLYING LOUIE
Ahoy mateys! Flying Louie is a swashbuckling pirate ship-themed ride that swings in an arc reaching a height of 42 and a half feet. Riders on the 42-seat amusement will get amazing views of St. Louis if they dare to open their eyes. Guests must be at least 48 inches tall to ride alone or 42 inches tall with a supervising companion at least 16 years old.
LOCO MOTION
In keeping with Union Station's rich railroad history, Loco Motion is a train-themed roller coaster that will race around a track in the Wheel Park. It promises to deliver twists and turns of fun for the whole family. The 16-seat coaster will reach a height of 22 feet. Riders must be a minimum of 42 inches tall to ride alone or at least 36 inches tall with a supervising companion who is at least 16 years old.
WAVE SWINGER
Guests can take a trip back in time to the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair on this classic swing ride decorated in themes from the famous Louisiana Purchase Exposition. Riders will sit in a swing seat and be whirled through the sky. The ride stands 43 and a half feet high and will seat 64 people at a height of 25 feet. They must be at least 48 inches tall to ride alone or 42 inches tall with a companion at least 16 years old.
MIDWAY GAMES
Complementing these new attractions, a selection of classic carnival games will be introduced to the Wheel Park, enhancing the nostalgic, family-friendly atmosphere. Guests can test their skills and win prizes in a variety of games.
ABOUT ST. LOUIS UNION STATION
Opened in 1894, St. Louis Union Station was once the busiest and biggest railway terminal in the nation. The castle-like structure was designed by architect Theodore Link to resemble the medieval walled city of Carcassone in southern France as a nod to St. Louis' French heritage. A National Historic Landmark, Union Station houses the 567-room St. Louis Union Station Hotel, a Curio Collection by Hilton. Union Station hosts a variety of annual special events, including the popular Polar Express Train Ride each holiday season. The St. Louis Aquarium is the centerpiece of Union Station's indoor attractions. Animals from the oceans, lakes and rivers of the world live in habitats with nearly a million gallons of water. In 2025, the aquarium was named among the top four in the country by the readers of USA Today in the publication's 10Best Readers' Poll. It is widely known as the most interactive aquarium in the U.S. Other indoor attractions include the St. Louis Ropes Course, the A-Maze-Ing Mirror Maze and the Selfie Express photo illusion experience. Dining opportunities at Union Station include Soda Fountain, a retro-style diner; the soccer-themed Pitch Athletic Club; Train Shed gastro pub; Station Grille and the 1894 Cafe. St. Louis Union Station is owned by Lodging Hospitality Management (LHM), St. Louis' largest independent hotel operator.
