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Bellefontaine Cemetery

Bellefontaine Cemetery
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Type of Site
City Parks & Gardens, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
North
Interests That Apply
History, Literature
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
Notes: Restrooms are found across the street from the cemetery.
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Bellefontaine Cemetery

Old Burial Ground for Famous Missourians



Address: Phone:
4947 W Florissant Ave
St. Louis, MO 63115
+1 314 381 0750

Description

At Bellefontaine, you can see the grave sites of explorer William Clark, U.S. Senator Thomas Hart Benton, brewery magnate Adolphus Busch, poet Sara Teasdale, author William S. Burroughs--and even Irma Rombauer, famous author of The Joy of Cooking. In addition, the Wainwright Tomb and other architecturally significant mausoleums provide the history buff with lots to see. Maps and self-guided tours are available at the cemetery office.


What you should know before visiting Bellefontaine Cemetery

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 8am-5pm, daily
Notes: Weekends are by appointment only.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: Once you get a map, it should be easy to navigate your way around both Bellefontaine and Calvary cemeteries.
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with some covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus
Notes: Buses 74 and 95 will put you within 6/10s of a mile from Bellefontaine.
Parking Availability: Limited
Parking Safety: Somewhat Safe


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