Old Cathedral (Basilica of St. Louis, King of France)

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St. Louis' earliest church and first Cathedral officially named the Basilica of St. Louis. The present structure is 165 years old and is a national monument. Museum contains the tomb of the first bishop of St. Louis and countless religious artifacts. Open daily. Daily masses.

209 Walnut St.
St. Louis, MO 63102

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137 Reviews | Write a Review
See Jehovah's name in Hebrew language
Reviewed By Ron E May 2024

Old 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...

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The Original
Reviewed By Kittygal October 2024

This 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...

Full Review
An older American church
Reviewed By DanielD9140 October 2024

A nice church that by American standards is quite old. Beautiful inside and several services every day. Great place to stop and take a break from all impressions.

Full Review

Hours

Daily Mass Sat. Mass, 5:30 p.m. Sun. Masses, 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon and 5 p.m.

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TripAdvisor Rating:

137 Reviews | Write a Review
See Jehovah's name in Hebrew language
Reviewed By Ron E May 2024

Old 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...

Full Review
The Original
Reviewed By Kittygal October 2024

This 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...

Full Review
An older American church
Reviewed By DanielD9140 October 2024

A nice church that by American standards is quite old. Beautiful inside and several services every day. Great place to stop and take a break from all impressions.

Full Review