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Busch Stadium

St. Louis Cardinals · St. Louis, USA

Major League Baseball baseball ballpark active
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TurfNurd Score — Iconic venue
Based on capacity, historical significance and visitor interest
Team
St. Louis Cardinals
Capacity
45,494
Year Built
2006
Surface
grass
Indoor / Outdoor
outdoor
Country

About Busch Stadium

Busch Stadium

When you step into downtown St. Louis, you can't miss the gleaming home of the Cardinals—a modern baseball cathedral that rises proudly where its predecessor once stood. This isn't just any ballpark; it's where 44,000-plus passionate fans gather to cheer on one of baseball's most storied franchises beneath the Gateway Arch's shadow. Whether you're settling into standard seating or treating yourself to one of the 61 luxury suites, you'll feel the electric atmosphere that makes Cardinals Nation famous throughout the league.

Before or after the game, make sure to explore Ballpark Village, the bustling entertainment district built right where the old stadium used to sit. This isn't your typical ballpark experience—it's a destination. Grab craft beers, catch pre-game shows on massive screens, or soak in the Cardinals' championship history at the museum. The entire complex has transformed this corner of St. Louis into a year-round gathering place that pulses with energy whether there's a game happening or not. For visiting fans, it's the perfect blend of modern amenities and Midwestern baseball tradition.

Historic moments
2006
World Series Game 5
46,638 attendance
Other
2009
MLB All-Star Game
46,760 attendance
Other
2011
World Series Game 6
47,399 attendance
Other
2011
World Series Game 7
47,399 attendance
Other
2013
World Series Game 3
47,432 attendance
Other
Score breakdown: Capacity 17p · Historic events 30p · League prestige 35p