Bellefontaine Cemetery
4947 West Florissant Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63115
Hours open
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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About the Business
Bellefontaine Cemetery is a historic and picturesque institution situated at 4947 West Florissant Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Established in 1849, it serves as a final resting place for many notable individuals and offers a peaceful and serene environment for visitors to pay their respects and explore its beautiful grounds. The cemetery also doubles as a park, with lush greenery, stunning architecture, and intricate monuments creating a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city. As a popular tourist attraction, Bellefontaine Cemetery provides a unique glimpse into St. Louis' rich history and is a must-visit destination for those interested in both the past and present of the area.
Reviews
"Wonderfully maintained. Arboretum with plant identification markers and beautiful structures."
"Amazing place to stroll and sightsee. Whether you like nature, history, architecture, or just like contemplating life and death, this place has something for you."
"My husband and I spent a perfectly LOVELY afternoon in Bellefontaine Cemetery recently; in all our visits to St Louis, we'd never been there. I'm so glad we finally made the time to see it! The cemetery is impeccably cared for. Brian is one of the groundskeepers, and was immensely helpful to us during our visit. He guided us to a few sites that weren't specifically listed on the map, and was very friendly and welcoming. Many thanks to Brian for his guidance, his hospitality, and for opening the waiting room so that we could use the facilities there. It's really a beautiful cemetery. The map does a nice job of leading you through the grounds, pointing out all the most interesting gravesites (e.g., The Girl in the Shadow Box, the Lemp family tomb, William Clark's grave). One of the loveliest areas is the Wildwood Valley, with two lakes joined by a stream lined with gorgeous wildflowers. At the top of the farthest lake is a lovely outdoor chapel with a lion sculpture. Simply gorgeous view! The cemetery has multiple paths, so a map is absolutely necessary. But it's easy to drive, and you can pause along the way at multiple points to admire the lovely funereal sculptures of a time gone by. If you have a couple of hours to spare while you're in St Louis, Bellefontaine Cemetery is definitely worth your time. Enjoy your visit! P.S.-- My girlfriends and I returned for a visit last month, and it was still the beautiful, idyllic place I remembered. Such a wonderful way to spend a couple of hours!"
"The only regret I had was not being able to read the stories on every gravestone in the Bellefontaine Cemetery. The cemetery is very well maintained and the most beautiful cemetery I've ever been! I can't wait to come visit again."
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