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St. Louis Neighborhoods

Central West End

Perched on the eastern edge of Forest Park, St. Louis’ chic Central West End beams with charming sidewalk cafés, exciting galleries, fascinating antique shops, trendy boutiques and cozy pubs. It’s a little European, a little New York and totally St. Louis. The CWE provides the perfect place to relax and people-watch after exploring the park’s popular visitor attractions.

Adjacent to the commercial district, tree-lined streets with stately turn-of-the-century homes distinguish the area. Look for the family apartment of playwright Tennessee Williams, said to be the setting of his play The Glass Menagerie. The breathtaking Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, housing the world’s largest collection of mosaic art, anchors this exciting neighborhood. Annual events include a popular house tour in the spring, the Central West End Art Fair & Taste Festival in June, a Greek Festival on Labor Day weekend and Halloween festivities in October.

From downtown St. Louis, take I-64/40 west to Kingshighway north, or take MetroLink light rail to the Central West End station. For more information, dial (314) 367-2220 or click on www.centralwestend.org.