Nightlife · St. Louis · United States
St. Louis nightlife
Where the evenings happen in St. Louis, from early drinks to late nights.
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Quick answer
St. Louis nightlife includes blues bars in Soulard, live music on the Delmar Loop, sports bars at Ballpark Village and cocktail bars in the Central West End. Bars generally close at 1.30am, with some licensed later. The main areas are Soulard, Delmar Loop, Central West End and Ballpark Village.
Key facts
- Nightlife areas
- 4
- Stay near the action
- Downtown
- Local drink
- Local beer
Where to go out
Soulard
Blues bars, corner pubs and restaurants in historic brick buildings.
Delmar Loop
Live music at Blueberry Hill and The Pageant, plus casual bars.
Central West End
Cocktail bars and wine bars with sidewalk seating.
Ballpark Village
Sports bars and big screens next to Busch Stadium.
Nightlife tips
- Use rideshares between neighbourhoods at night.
- Check the Delmar Loop venues' calendars for touring bands.
- Soulard is packed during Mardi Gras and on Cardinals game nights.
Evening sights
Landmark · Downtown
Busch Stadium and Ballpark Village
Even without game tickets, visit the Cardinals Hall of Fame and soak up the pre-game atmosphere at Ballpark Village.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Kids
- After dark
Street · The Loop and University City
Delmar Loop
Walk the Walk of Fame stars, then have dinner and a show at Blueberry Hill or The Pageant.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- After dark
- Shopping
- History
What to drink
- Local beer — Budweiser has been brewed in St. Louis since the 19th century, and the city now has many craft breweries, led by Schlafly, which opened in 1991.
Evenings through the year
Sunset and the overnight low decide how long the outdoor part of a night lasts. July has the warmest evenings, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
| Month | Sunset (15th) | Overnight low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | About 17:03 | -5°C (23°F) | 9 |
| April | About 19:37 | 8°C (46°F) | 11 |
| July | About 20:25 | 22°C (72°F) | 9 |
| October | About 18:23 | 9°C (48°F) | 8 |
Getting home late
- Tram — Buy tickets at station machines or in the Transit app before boarding.
- Bus — MetroBus routes cover the city and county, useful for South Grand and The Hill.
- Ride-hailing — Uber and Lyft are widely used and the easiest way to reach The Hill, Soulard and Lafayette Square at night.
- Walking — Downtown, the Arch grounds and the riverfront are walkable, and Forest Park has paved trails linking its museums.
Late-night bites
- Toasted ravioli — Italian restaurants on The Hill and appetiser menus all over the city.
- Soft pretzel sticks — Gus' Pretzels on Arsenal Street, open since 1920, and street vendors around the city.
Staying safe at night
Main visitor areas are generally fine with normal precautions, but conditions vary from block to block, so stay in busy areas at night and use rideshares between neighbourhoods. Car break-ins happen, so keep valuables out of sight. Summer heat and spring storms are the main weather risks.
- Emergency number
- 911 (police, fire, ambulance)
Where to stay for nightlife
$$$ · Best for first-timers, families and nightlife
Downtown
Downtown has the Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium and Ballpark Village, City Museum and many of the city's larger hotels, plus restored warehouses along Washington Avenue. MetroLink runs from here to the airport and Forest Park, making it the most practical base for first-time visitors.
- Good
- Walk to the Arch and the ballpark; MetroLink to the airport and Forest Park; Wide choice of hotels
- Watch out
- Quiet streets at night outside game days; Paid parking
- Nearby
- Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium, City Museum, Citygarden
Questions travellers ask
+Where is the best nightlife in St. Louis?
Soulard, Delmar Loop and Central West End. Blues bars, corner pubs and restaurants in historic brick buildings.
+Which area of St. Louis is best for nightlife?
Downtown: The Arch, Busch Stadium and the Washington Avenue loft district.