St. Charles is a charming, walkable riverfront city with a well-preserved historic Main Street full of restaurants, cafes, breweries and boutiques, plenty of parks and trails for after-shift runs or bike rides, and a lively calendar of festivals and riverfront events—comfortable and interesting for multi-week stays.
You’re also only about 20 miles from St. Louis—home to the Gateway Arch, major museums, pro sports and large hospital systems—and minutes from suburban hubs like Chesterfield/St. Peters for extra shopping, dining and outdoor options, so you won’t feel stuck.