Memorial Plaza, St. Louis

Name: Memorial Plaza
Address: St. Louis, United States

#99 among attractions in St. Louis

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Memorial Plaza, established in 1932, is in the Downtown West neighborhood of St. Louis. The park contains memorials honoring St. Louis veterans of World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. On the eastern edge of the park is the Court of Honor containing monuments listing St. Louisans who lost their lives in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. It extends from 13th to 18th Street between Market and Chestnut and is surrounded by Union Station, Peabody Opera House, and the Soldier's Memorial Military Museum. ()

Created: 1932Elevation: 486 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°37'44"N, 90°12'13"W

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Downtown St. LouisSt. Louis United States

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Memorial Plaza – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Busch Stadium, Scottrade Center, The Dome at America's Center, City Museum.

0.7 miSE
Ballpark for the St. Louis Cardinals
Busch Stadium, St. Louis
19 min walk • Busch Stadium, the iconic sports venue nestled in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri, is a celebrated landmark for baseball enthusiasts and a symbol of the city's vibrant sporting culture. Home to the St. Louis Cardinals, one of Major League Baseball's most storied...
~850 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Scottrade Center, St. Louis
5 min walk • The Scottrade Center, an emblematic sports venue nestled in the heart of St. Louis, United States, stands as a beacon for sports enthusiasts and concert-goers alike. Known for its dynamic atmosphere and modern facilities, this arena has been a cornerstone of the city's...
0.9 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
The Dome at America's Center, St. Louis
22 min walk • The Dome at America's Center, an iconic sports venue in the heart of St. Louis, United States, stands as a testament to the city's deep-rooted sports culture and its commitment to hosting large-scale events. Originally known as the Trans World Dome, this multi-purpose...
~1910 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
City Museum, St. Louis
10 min walk • The City Museum in St. Louis, United States, is an eclectic wonderland that defies traditional museum conventions. Housed in a 600,000-square-foot former shoe factory, this dynamic destination offers a surrealistic adventure through repurposed architectural...
0.5 miE
Park, Sculpture
Citygarden, St. Louis
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown St. Louis, Citygarden is an urban oasis that blends modern art with lush landscaping to create a serene and stimulating public park. Opened in 2009, this dynamic green space spans three city blocks and is a vibrant example of how...
~680 ftSE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
Peabody Opera House, St. Louis
4 min walk • The Stifel Theatre is a civic performing arts building located in St. Louis, Missouri.
~1030 ftE
Museum, Military museum, History museum
Soldiers' Memorial, St. Louis
5 min walk • The Soldiers Memorial Military Museum in downtown St. Louis is a memorial and military museum, at 1315 Chestnut Street, owned by the City of St. Louis and operated by the Missouri Historical Society. Interior east and west wings contain display cases with military displays and memorabilia from World War I and subsequent American wars.
~1510 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis
8 min walk • Christ Church Cathedral is the Episcopal cathedral for the Diocese of Missouri. It is located at 1210 Locust Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The Dean of the Cathedral is the Very Reverend Kathie Adams-Shepherd. Adams-Shepherd is also the first female dean of this cathedral.
~1210 ftW
Park
Aloe Plaza, St. Louis
6 min walk • Aloe Plaza is a small park and plaza in St Louis, directly in front of Union Station; it is the western terminus of the St. Louis Gateway Mall.
0.7 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
One City Center, St. Louis
19 min walk • One City Center is an office tower complex and former shopping mall in St. Louis, Missouri. The 25-story office tower is the ninth-tallest habitable building in St. Louis at a height of 375 feet. The mall was four stories with a green, white, and glass façade. When the mall opened in 1985, St.
~980 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Campbell House Museum, St. Louis
5 min walk • The Campbell House Museum opened on February 6, 1943, and is in the Greater St. Louis area, in the U.S. state of Missouri. The museum was documented as part of the Historic American Buildings Survey between 1936 and 1941, designated a City of St.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Memorial Plaza?

Nearby attractions include Plaza Square Apartments Historic District, St. Louis (3 min walk), Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church, St. Louis (3 min walk), Peabody Opera House, St. Louis (4 min walk), Scottrade Center, St. Louis (5 min walk).

How to get to Memorial Plaza by public transport?

The nearest stations to Memorial Plaza:

Light rail

Union Station • Lines: Blue, Red (7 min walk)
Civic Center • Lines: Blue, Red (8 min walk)

Bus

P • Lines: 174X (7 min walk)
S • Lines: 4 (7 min walk)

Train

Saint Louis (9 min walk)