Permits & Reservations

Arch Reservations

To make a reservation to ride to the top of the arch, visit Gatewayarch.com's ticket sales site.

Filming

Filming, Still Photography, and Audio Recording (U.S. National Park Service)

  • 1–10 people - $50/day
  • 11–30 people - $150/day
  • Over 30 people - $250/day

Are there other permit requirements?

You may be required to obtain liability insurance naming the United States as additionally insured in an amount commensurate with the risk posed to park resources by your proposed activity. You may also be asked to post a bond to ensure the payment of all charges and fees and the restoration of the area if necessary.

What about photography workshops?

If you are planning a photography workshop, you may need a commercial use authorization. See the commercial use authorization page for more information.

 

Special Use Permits

There are several types of special use permits necessary for certain activities/events held at Gateway Arch National Park. The material below can be provided to you with more information regarding such permits:
Note: The Historic Old Courthouse is currently closed due to COVID-19 and upcoming renovations to the building.

Types of Permits

Guidelines for After-hours use of the Historic Old Courthouse
General Application for Special Use Permit (Word doc)
Catering, Cleaning and Security Firms Listing
Insurance Agents List

Weddings

Guidelines for After-hours Wedding Ceremonies at the Historic Old Courthouse
General Application for Special Use Permit

Filming and Photography

Guidelines for First Amendment Activity - Public AssemblyApplication
Guidelines for Filming and Photography
Application for Commercial Filming/Still Photography

First Amendment-Public Assemblies and or Distribution of Printed Material

Request Map of First Amendment Designated Areas

If you have any questions, require further information, guidelines or would like an application please contact Victoria Dugan in the Park Permits Office Old Courthouse at (voice) 314-655-1611, by e-mail, or by fax at 314-655-1641.

Last updated: March 14, 2025

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11 North 4th Street
St. Louis, MO 63102

Phone:

314 655-1600

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