Introduction to Berkeley, Missouri
Berkeley, Missouri, in St. Louis county, is located 2 miles S of Florissant, Missouri (center to center) and is 9 miles N of St. Louis, Missouri. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Saint Louis metropolitan area.
Berkeley History
The city of Berkeley is located in the Saint Louis County. Members of the Huichin tribe were the early settlers of this area. They inhabited the region till the late 18th century when the Europeans took over the place. The city of Berkeley was created as a result of the merger of two different communities which came together in 1878. It was in the late 19th century that the city experienced rapid development due to the construction of railroads and educational centers.
Berkeley and nearby Attractions
- Mississippi River State Fish & Wildlife Area
- Jefferson Barracks Historical Park
- Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
- Ulysses S. Grant Farm
- Pere Marquette State Park
Things To Do In Berkeley
Mississippi River State Fish & Wildlife Area, Jefferson Barracks Historical Park, and Pere Marquette State Park are among the popular tourist haunts near Berkeley. The city also boasts of several historical sites such as the Scott Joplin House State Historic Site and the Jefferson Barracks Historical Park. These sites have displays of artifacts from the time of the early settlers.
Berkeley Transportation
The Lambert-Saint Louis International Airport is close to the city.
Berkeley Higher Education
Higher educational opportunities can be availed through Southwestern Illinois College, University of Missouri, Washington University in Saint Louis, and Webster University.
