Summer in South St. Louis: 7 Free Things to Do Near Greenway Trail in Carondelet
Greenway Trail Apartments sits in the historic Carondelet neighborhood of South St. Louis — and South St. Louis is one of the most underrated summer city neighborhoods in the country. Tree-lined streets, free big parks, international restaurants, and a Mississippi River walk. Here are 7 free things to do this summer within a short drive of Greenway Trail.
1. Tower Grove Park
Tower Grove Park is one of America's best historic parks — 289 acres, gazebos, the Cosmic Lily Pond, and a packed summer concert series. Free, shaded, and walkable from much of South St. Louis.
2. Forest Park (still free)
Forest Park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. — and the zoo, art museum, history museum, and science center are all FREE. The Muny (the country's largest outdoor musical theater) runs summer-long. About 15 minutes from Carondelet.
3. South Grand International District
South Grand is South St. Louis's restaurant row — Vietnamese, Ethiopian, Thai, Mexican, Lebanese. Patio dining all summer, walkable in the evenings, and easily one of the best food corridors in the metro.
4. Soulard Farmers Market
Saturday mornings at Soulard are a South St. Louis tradition. The oldest continuously-running farmers market west of the Mississippi. Free to walk, fresh produce, breakfast stalls, and live music in summer.
5. Carondelet Park
Closer to home for Greenway Trail residents — Carondelet Park's lakes, walking paths, and shaded picnic areas make it the unofficial neighborhood backyard.
6. Cherokee Street antique row
Cherokee Street has one of the best antique and vintage corridors in the Midwest. Pair it with tacos at one of the corridor's authentic Mexican spots.
7. Mississippi Riverfront Trail
Walk or bike the Mississippi River frontage from the Arch south — the Riverfront Trail has been steadily improved and is one of the best free urban-river experiences in the country.
Why Greenway Trail residents love South St. Louis summer
Greenway Trail's defining feature: full-size in-unit washer and dryer in every apartment. No quarters, no shared machines, no laundry baskets to schlep. Pet-friendly, with high-speed Wi-Fi coming soon. Located in the Carondelet neighborhood with Woerner Elementary, Lyon @ Blow Elementary, and Roosevelt High serving the area.
Where exactly is Greenway Trail located?
Greenway Trail Apartments is at 7851 Bandero Dr., Saint Louis, MO 63111 — in the historic Carondelet neighborhood of South St. Louis. (Not Greenville SC, despite the website name.)
Does Greenway Trail include a washer and dryer?
Yes — full-size in-unit washer and dryer in every apartment. No quarters, no shared machines.
Are pets allowed at Greenway Trail?
Yes — pet-friendly. $350 pet fee + $40/month per pet.
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