Facility Overview
The 6th & Convention Lot is a centrally situated, open-air surface parking facility positioned at 710 N 7th St in the heart of Downtown St. Louis, Missouri. Situated directly adjacent to the premier event and entertainment epicenters of the city, this paved lot provides straightforward ground-level parking with clearly marked stalls and wide drive aisles. Because it is an open-air lot, there are zero overhead clearance barriers or low-hanging beams, making it an exceptional choice for standard sedans, high-roof conversion vans, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs with roof cargo boxes, and mid-sized commercial or passenger vans that cannot safely enter standard underground decks or parking garages.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Strategically positioned at the northern edge of the downtown core, this parking lot offers unmatched proximity to top regional destinations. Guests parking here are directly steps away from America\'s Center Convention Complex and The Dome at America\'s Center, making it one of the most convenient lots for trade shows, consumer expos, major concerts, and sporting events like St. Louis Battlehawks football games. The vibrant Washington Avenue Loft District is just two blocks south, offering an eclectic mix of dining, cocktail lounges, and boutique shopping within a 3- to 5-minute walk. Other notable downtown highlights within easy walking distance include the National Blues Museum (6-minute walk), Horseshoe St. Louis Casino (10-minute walk east), and the iconic Gateway Arch National Park grounds (a scenic 12- to 15-minute walk). Sports fans attending St. Louis Cardinals games at Busch Stadium or St. Louis Blues games at Enterprise Center can also park here to avoid congested stadium garages and enjoy a brisk walk or rapid light-rail trip.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The lot offers intuitive vehicular ingress and egress along North 7th Street and Convention Plaza, allowing drivers to smoothly pull off main thoroughfares even during peak traffic windows. For highway commuters, the facility sits minutes from major interstate interchanges, offering swift access to Interstate 44, Interstate 70, and Interstate 55, as well as the Martin Luther King Bridge and Eads Bridge connecting across the Mississippi River into Illinois. Public transit commuters will appreciate exceptional connectivity: the Convention Center MetroLink Station is situated less than two blocks away, providing direct light rail service throughout St. Louis County, Central West End, and directly to St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), alongside numerous MetroBus stops spanning Washington Avenue and Broadway.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Spacious, level open-air surface lot with generous vehicle turning space
- Unlimited vertical clearance accommodating high-profile SUVs, trucks, and vans
- Convenient cashless payment processing via on-site pay kiosks and mobile payment apps
- Bright exterior lighting illuminating the perimeter for evening events
- Designated accessible ADA parking bays located close to street access points
- Prompt walking access to America\'s Center halls, ballrooms, and stadium entry gates
Ideal For
- Convention delegates, exhibitors, and trade show attendees visiting America\'s Center
- Concertgoers and sports spectators heading to The Dome at America\'s Center
- Nightlife and dining patrons spending evenings along the Washington Avenue corridor
- Daily corporate commuters working in downtown commercial towers and law offices
- Visitors seeking oversized or high-clearance vehicle parking in downtown St. Louis
Visitor & Driver Tips
During major conventions, stadium concerts, or high-profile events at The Dome, downtown street parking fills up quickly and event rates may apply. Drivers are strongly advised to arrive 45 to 60 minutes before scheduled event start times to secure a space with ease. If utilizing digital mobile parking apps (such as ParkMobile or SpotHero), double-check your license plate details and pay immediately upon parking. When leaving post-event, following directional signs directly toward Cole Street or Convention Plaza can help you bypass heavy congestion heading toward the interstates.
