About this Location

Facility Overview

The 1729 Locust St Parking facility is a conveniently situated open-air surface parking lot located in the vibrant Downtown West neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. Nestled along Locust Street between North 17th and North 18th Streets, this lot offers smooth ground-level access and generous maneuverability. Because it operates as an outdoor surface facility without low-ceiling overhangs or parking deck barriers, it easily accommodates standard passenger sedans, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-roof conversion vans without clearance anxiety.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in the heart of the Downtown West loft and entertainment corridor, this parking location places visitors within easy walking distance of premier sports venues, historic landmarks, and dining destinations:

City Museum: Located merely three blocks away (a quick 5-to-7-minute walk northeast), offering world-famous interactive art and playground installations.
CITYPARK (St. Louis CITY SC Stadium): A brisk 8-to-10-minute walk southwest, making it a favorite staging spot for Major League Soccer match days without stadium gridlock.
St. Louis Union Station: Just four blocks south (approximately 8 minutes on foot), featuring the St. Louis Aquarium, the St. Louis Wheel, and expansive shopping and dining options.
Enterprise Center: Home of the NHL\'s St. Louis Blues and major touring arena concerts, accessible within a 12-to-15-minute walk.
Campbell House Museum & Historic Downtown West: Just one to two blocks east, surrounded by neighborhood breweries such as Schlafly Tap Room to the west, craft cocktail lounges, and historic architecture.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers can enter and exit seamlessly directly from Locust Street. Locust operates smoothly relative to parallel thoroughfares like Washington Avenue and Olive Street, allowing for swift arrivals and departures even on busy event evenings. Immediate access to major highways is convenient: Interstate 64 (I-64/US-40) is easily reachable via 14th or 20th Street, and Interstate 70 (I-70) connects via nearby Tucker Boulevard. For public transit travelers, the lot is located roughly 8 to 10 minutes walking distance from the Union Station and Civic Center MetroLink light rail stations, granting easy train connections across the greater St. Louis metropolitan area and to St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, open-air surface parking layout with no overhead height clearance restrictions.
Clearly striped parking stalls and generous drive aisles for simplified maneuvering.
Convenient mobile pay-by-plate digital payment integration via major parking apps (such as ParkMobile).
Dedicated ADA-accessible parking spaces close to the sidewalk apron.
Well-lit perimeter for evening visits and event nights.
24/7 access flexibility suitable for daytime work, evening dining, and weekend outings.

Ideal For

Soccer supporters attending matches at nearby CITYPARK.
Families and tourists exploring the iconic City Museum and Union Station attractions.
Hockey fans and concert attendees headed to Enterprise Center seeking lower parking congestion.
Local commuters, loft residents, and professionals working in the Downtown West creative district.
Visitors enjoying weekend dining, nightlife, and brewery visits along Locust and Washington Avenue.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During CITY SC home matches, Enterprise Center events, or peak holiday weekends at the City Museum, surrounding parking fills rapidly. Arrive 45 to 60 minutes prior to game kick-off to secure a spot without stress. Keep your license plate number on hand when stepping out of your vehicle, as parking sessions are primarily recorded via mobile payment or digital pay station by plate. Always review posted signage for any special event tariffs or overnight restrictions before leaving your vehicle.