By the 1960s, almost all of the buildings on the riverfront were cleared out 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.
Website: oldcathedralstl.org
Phone: (314) 231-3250
Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Walnut St and S Memorial Dr
Closed now
- Sat 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
209 Walnut St, St. Louis Saint Louis, MO 63102-2499 ·583.85 mi
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tripadvisorThis is a very beautiful church in downtown St. Louis near the Arch. Very well maintained. We attended a beautiful Sunday Mass at 10:30.
MoreThis is a very nice old church. It was open and free to get in. It’s by the river and the arch. I thought it was quite nice inside and well maintained.
MoreOld stone church right near the Gateway Arch along the Mississippi River. The most noteworthy feature of this building is the Hebrew spelling of God's personal name Jehovah (Yahweh) in a prominent spot above the front doors.
MoreThis is the first cathedral of St. Louis and it sits right near the river and the Gateway Arch. Although a more modern and opulent basilica has since been built, this church has a lovely rustic, beautiful atmosphere. It's been carefully preserved over the centuries.The parish dates to 1770 and it's easy to imagine the first settlers celebrating their milestones there. Sunday Mass was enjoyable for me.
MoreThis nice old church dates from the 1840s and is in the park right near the arch. It is open during the day and you can enter and look around.
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