Skip to main content
Busch Stadium - home of St. Louis Cardinals in St. Louis, MO
MLB

Busch StadiumSt. Louis, Missouri

St. Louis Cardinals

👥
Capacity
44,383
🏆
Conference
NL Central
📅
Opened
2006
🌱
Surface
Kentucky bluegrass

Quick Actions

🏈Track All MLB📍View on Map

📖About Busch Stadium

Busch Stadium (III) is the heart of "Baseball City, USA," offering a stunning view of the Gateway Arch through an open center field. It is part of Ballpark Village, a massive entertainment district that keeps the energy alive year-round.

🏛️History

Origins

Built to replace the circular "cookie-cutter" Busch Memorial Stadium with a traditional, retro-classic ballpark.

Major Renovations

2023Expanded the Cardinals Museum and added new stadium-wide sensory rooms for inclusive gamedays.

Notable Moments

Oct 27, 2006The Cardinals become the first team in 83 years to win the World Series in their inaugural season at a new stadium.
Oct 27, 2011Game 6 of the World Series: David Freese hits a legendary walk-off HR after a 2-out, 2-strike triple.

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Sections 141-160 in the lower level offer the best unobstructed views of the Gateway Arch. The Redbird Club (200 level) provides climate-controlled concourses.

Parking Tips

Parking in Ballpark Village is convenient but expensive. Use the MetroLink (Stadium Station) for a cheaper, efficient commute.

Game Day

Visit the "Statue Plaza" to see the "Musial Circle" and tributes to 11 Cardinals legends. Grab a Budweiser and a plate of toasted ravioli, a St. Louis staple.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar

$$

High-energy, memorabilia-filled venue in Ballpark Village with rooftop views.

📍 0.1 miles700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO

💡 Arrive early for rooftop seating with potential field views.

Sports & Social St. Louis

$$

Central gathering place in Ballpark Village with a massive LED screen for prime sports viewing.

📍 0.1 miles601 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO

💡 The go-to spot for watching games before or after Cardinals action.

Paddy O's

$$

Popular gameday bar right next to Busch Stadium with drink specials.

📍 0.2 miles860 N Broadway, St. Louis, MO

💡 Often offers parking benefits; arrive early for big games.

4 Hands Brewing Co.

$$

Craft brewery within walking distance, known for letting patrons take beer to the stadium.

📍 0.8 miles1220 S 8th St, St. Louis, MO

💡 Grab a beer in a plastic cup and walk to the ballpark.

🍽️Restaurants

Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria

$$

Ballpark Village favorite known for black garlic burrata cheese bread and solid cocktails.

📍 0.1 miles700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO

💡 Reliably excellent meals right across from the stadium.

Salt + Smoke

$$

St. Louis-style BBQ joint known for brisket, ribs, and pulled pork.

📍 0.1 miles700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO

💡 Get the brisket or ribs for authentic St. Louis BBQ.

Broadway Oyster Bar

$$

Creole/Southern food with fresh oysters and live music on the patio.

📍 0.6 miles736 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO

💡 Try the charbroiled oysters and enjoy the live music.

🏨Hotels

Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark

$$$

Connected to Ballpark Village with rooftop restaurant overlooking the stadium.

📍 0.1 miles1 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO

💡 Book the rooftop restaurant (Three Sixty) for incredible views.

Live! by Loews - St. Louis

$$$

Modern hotel in Ballpark Village with direct stadium access.

📍 0.1 miles601 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO

💡 Walk straight to the game from your hotel room.

🎭Attractions

Gateway Arch

$$

Iconic 630-foot monument with tram rides to the top and museum below.

📍 0.6 miles11 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO

💡 Visible from the stadium; visit early on game day.

City Museum

$$

Eclectic museum with architectural salvage, caves, and rooftop Ferris wheel.

📍 1.2 miles750 N 16th St, St. Louis, MO

💡 Great for families; plan 2-3 hours before the game.

🅿️Parking Options

🏢

Ballpark Village Garage

$30
Garage📍 0.1 miles

💡 Most convenient but expensive; book online in advance.

🏢

Lumiere Place Casino Garage

$15
Garage📍 0.4 miles

💡 Cheaper option with a short walk to the stadium.

🚌

MetroLink to Stadium Station

$5
Shuttle📍 0.1 miles

💡 Most efficient way to avoid traffic and parking hassles.

Suggest a Tip

Know a great bar, restaurant, hotel, attraction, or parking spot near Busch Stadium? Share it with us.

Discover More Stadiums

🏆
NL Central
View all conference stadiums
→
📍
Missouri
View all state stadiums
→
🔍
Browse by Conference
Explore all conferences
→
🗺️
Browse by State
Explore all states
→
Roof TypeOpen
Learn more on Wikipedia→

Stadiums Near Busch Stadium

→

Harlen C. Hunter Stadium

Lindenwood Lions

St. Charles, Missouri20 mi
→

Saluki Stadium

Southern Illinois Salukis

Carbondale, Illinois82 mi
→

Houck Stadium

Southeast Missouri Redhawks

Cape Girardeau, Missouri98 mi
→

Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium

Missouri

Columbia, MO117 mi
→

O’Brien Field

Eastern Illinois Panthers

Charleston, Illinois123 mi
→

Hanson Field

Western Illinois Leathernecks

Macomb, Illinois130 mi

References

Content sourced from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA) and official team sites. Additional information verified against public sources.