The Muny, St. Louis

Name: The Muny
Address: St. Louis, United States
Telephone: +1 314-361-1900

#50 among attractions in St. Louis

Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall

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Facts and practical information

The St. Louis Municipal Opera Theatre is an amphitheatre located in St. Louis, Missouri. The theatre seats 11,000 people with about 1,500 free seats in the last nine rows that are available on a first come, first served basis. ()

Opened: 5 June 1917 (106 years ago)Capacity: 11 thous.Coordinates: 38°38'24"N, 90°16'48"W

Address

Forest ParkSt. Louis United States

Contact

+1 314-361-1900

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Day trips

The Muny – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Forest Park, Saint Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Zoo, Apotheosis of St. Louis.

~1330 ftSW
Sprawling historic public space
Forest Park, St. Louis
7 min walk • Forest Park, a verdant oasis in the heart of St. Louis, United States, is not only a park but a cultural and recreational hub that spans 1,371 acres. Opened in 1876, it is one of the largest urban parks in the country, surpassing even New York's Central Park in size.
0.8 miW
Wide-ranging art exhibits
Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis's verdant Forest Park, the Saint Louis Art Museum is a beacon of culture and a testament to the city's commitment to the arts. With its grand neoclassical architecture, the museum, founded in 1879, stands as a proud guardian of...
0.7 miSW
Free zoo with large mammals and penguins
Saint Louis Zoo, St. Louis
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri, the Saint Louis Zoo stands as a beacon of wildlife conservation and family entertainment. With its roots stretching back to the 1904 World's Fair, this historic institution has grown into one of the most...
0.8 miW
Monuments and statues
Apotheosis of St. Louis, St. Louis
20 min walk • Standing sentinel at the entrance to the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Apotheosis of St. Louis is a commanding statue that captures the essence of the city's rich history and cultural pride. Created by the renowned sculptor Charles Henry Niehaus, this bronze figure...
0.5 miNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Missouri History Museum, St. Louis
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of St. Louis' vibrant Forest Park, the Missouri History Museum stands as a proud custodian of the region's past. This esteemed institution is dedicated to sharing the rich tapestry of Missouri's history through a wide array of exhibits, educational...
0.9 miSE
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis
24 min walk • The Saint Louis Science Center, nestled in the vibrant city of St. Louis, United States, stands as an interactive playground for the curious and the learned. This dynamic museum is dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding of science and technology through its...
~1680 ftS
Garden
Jewel Box, St. Louis
9 min walk • The Jewel Box is a greenhouse located in Forest Park, St. Louis, Missouri. It now serves as a public horticultural facility and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
0.7 miSW
Zoo
Bayer Insectarium, St. Louis
19 min walk • The Bayer Insectarium is an insectarium located within the Saint Louis Zoo in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Having opened in 2000 and designed by David Mason & Associates with a cost of $4 million, this 9,000 square feet facility houses educational exhibits and an active breeding and research facility.
1.1 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
World Chess Hall of Fame, St. Louis
27 min walk • The World Chess Hall of Fame is a nonprofit, collecting institution situated in the Central West End neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
0.9 miE
Skyscraper
One Hundred Above the Park, St. Louis
22 min walk • One Hundred is an apartment tower located at 100 N Kingshighway Blvd. in the Central West End neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. It was designed by Studio Gang Architects. Construction topped out in spring 2020.
0.9 miSW
Park, Playground
Turtle Park, St. Louis
23 min walk • Turtle Park is a sculpture park located at the southern edge of Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri at the intersection of Oakland Avenue and Tamm Avenue. The park contains seven concrete turtles and one snake. The turtles were designed and sculpted by Bob Cassilly and the park opened in August 1996.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The Muny open?

The Muny is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to The Muny?

Nearby attractions include Forest Park, St. Louis (7 min walk), Memorial to the Confederate Dead, St. Louis (8 min walk), Jewel Box, St. Louis (9 min walk), Missouri History Museum, St. Louis (13 min walk).

How to get to The Muny by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Muny:

Tram

Missouri History Museum/Forest Park • Lines: Loop Trolley (12 min walk)
Forest Park - DeBaliviere Metrolink • Lines: Loop Trolley (17 min walk)

Train

4D Theater Stop (14 min walk)
Red Rocks Station (16 min walk)

Light rail

Forest Park-DeBaliviere • Lines: Blue, Red (16 min walk)
Central West End • Lines: Blue, Red (26 min walk)

Bus

Skinker at Brookings • Lines: 5 (32 min walk)