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Basilica of St. Louis, King of France

Basilica of St. Louis, King of France
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Type of Site
Religious, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Religion, History, Architecture
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Basilica of St. Louis, King of France

Old Cathedral

Cathedral by the Arch


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Address: Phone:
209 Walnut St
(at Memorial Drive)
St. Louis, MO 63102
+1 314 231 3250

Description

By the 1960s, almost all of the buildings on the riverfront had been torn down to make way for the Gateway Arch. The only building on the Arch grounds that remained was the Old Cathedral, just west of the Arch's south leg. The Old Cathedral was inaugurated in 1818. Inside there are religious statues and paintings that tell the story of Christ's crucifixion. There are postcards available for sale inside a gift shop on the west side of the building. Guests are welcome from the morning through the afternoon.


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Times & Dates

Open Hours: Dawn-dusk, daily; Masses: 7am, 12:10pm, Mon-Fri; 7am, Sat; 8am, 10:30am, 12pm, 5pm, Sun; 7am, 11:15am, 12:10pm, 5:10pm, holy days
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: Museum is open 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Sat, 8:30am-2:30pm, Sun.
Price: Free

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Laclede's Landing
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus Subway
Notes: Take the MetroLink and get off at the Laclede's Landing stop. Walk south through the park that surrounds the Arch. Bus 93 travels here regularly.
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: You can park right at the Old Cathedral.


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Photo Credits:
© Richard Doyle