These 5 Churches In St. Louis Will Leave You Absolutely Speechless

St. Louis has old world churches that rival any you could see on a European tour. With ornate decorations and awe inspiring architecture, they’re totally worth a visit. The churches on this list have a very long history in the communities they serve and are still holding services. Read below to plan a visit to one of these beautiful sanctuaries.

St. Anthony of Padua

Since 1863 the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church has been a place of peace and welcoming in St. Louis. This is still their motto today, and welcome all to attend service with them.

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church is located at 3140 Meramec Street, St. Louis, MO 63118.

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Known as the 'Old Cathedral', the Basilica of St. Louis, King of France was the only church in St. Louis from 1764 to about 1816. Today, it is still a place of worship. It also houses a museum featuring historical items from the time of its founding.

Basilica of St. Louis is located at 209 Walnut St., St. Louis, MO 63102.

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Separate but connected to in history and location to St. Louis University, St. Francis Xavier College Church was founded in 1840. The 1980's brought renovations to the church that held true to the original design. It is still today a place of worship.

St. Francis Xavier College Church is located at 3628 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108.

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Dedicated in 1846, the Shrine of Saint Joseph is home to the "Altar of Answered Prayers". This is a beautiful and historic community cornerstone church. The Shrine of Saint Joseph holds mass each week and offers private tours.

Shrine of Saint Joseph is located at 1220 North 11th. Street, St. Louis, Missouri 63106.

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The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis held its first mass in 1914 and is still a working church today. It also welcomes people to view the incredible architecture and mosaic display that covers most surfaces of the worship area. The mosaic display of the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis is one of the largest in the world.

Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis is located at 4431 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108.

These very old active churches are a testament to the care of their facilities and the dedication of the neighborhoods they serve. Have you visited these churches? Share your experience with us in the comments below.

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