Next question for experienced STL travelers

[GonzoCat]

If staying at the Adams Mark where is the best place to park your car? I think I read it costs close to $20 a day to park there? Anybody come up with a better idea?

After we get there Friday noon I don't expect we will need our car again until we leave Sunday.

[MeOW!]

If my memory serves me correctly, there are several parking ramps a few blocks down from the Adam's Mark that are cheaper. The one that I parked in cost $7-10 a day.

[oldcat]

That's why I stay out by the airport.................the metro is really nice!

[General_Panther]

Anyone think this impending storm will hamper any Travel Plans for this weekends Tournament?

Just wanted to hear the thoughts of others. Some of you may want to look into traveling a little earlier than expected due to this storm.

[unigriff]

Anyone know of any good "establishments" in downtown? This being my first year be down there legally to wander around I'd love to soak in the Blues life.
Maybe I can find a piano bar...i love the one in Minneapolis.

[UNIAlum95]

If my memory serves me correctly, there are several parking ramps a few blocks down from the Adam's Mark that are cheaper. The one that I parked in cost $7-10 a day.

Did the same thing. About two blocks away sounds about right...

[jegbomb52]

Start at Hooters, that is a hot spot. Note to everyone who normally goes to Hooters, it has moved! It is no longer at Union Station. It is now located on 7th and Chestnut, the good news, thats 3 blocks away from the Adams Mark (4th and Chestnut). Check out Lacledes Landing. There is always live music going on there. About a 5-6 block walk from the hotels by the river. Take a cab or your hotel should have a free shuttle taking patrons to the Presidents Casino. It is a lot further walk than they say. Hop on the Shuttle and ride it to the boat, the landing is a mere two blocks away. Don't waste money on Cabs, use the casino shuttle.

[TCuni]

I've also heard rumors that The Big Bang (a piano bar) gets taken over by UNI. Only heard though, never attended of course.

[Panther Cat]

Anyone know of any good "establishments" in downtown? This being my first year be down there legally to wander around I'd love to soak in the Blues life.
Maybe I can find a piano bar...i love the one in Minneapolis.

The place to go as a young guy is Laclade's Landing. They have piano lounges, lives bands, dance clubs. There are some hip-hop clubs and also some social bars. It's a block or two from the Mississippi River. There are also some casino's that I know I will be going to on Thurdsday night. I knw 2 yeras ago when I went down there I had a great time. It's within walking distance from the Adam's Mark too. It's a little walk, but yoy won't want to drive there. That's where I'll be anyways, so that's what I recomend. Everytime I've been there I've seen a ton of MVC team shirts walking around.

[wild bill]

St Louis

I think it is worthwhile to park in the garage at the Adams Mark. If you have the jack. You won't have to worry about your car. We are not going this year but in the last few years have stayed at the Adams Mark. It's in a great area. lots of fans, and can see the coaches and teams. My boy and I rode the elevator with coach mac and his boys. He was very gracious talking about his team and things to do in St Louis. where else can you have that kind of experience! Its a family event for us, so can't really comment on any bars and such. have fun!

wildbill

[Panther Cat]

I've also heard rumors that The Big Bang (a piano bar) gets taken over by UNI. Only heard though, never attended of course.

Yes i've been the to the "Big Bang" and it was a pretty good time. Three was a jazzy band their that night and they sang some swing music that was pretty good. Definitly a lot of UNI and other Valley people there. That's down on Leclades Landing too.

[panther2317]

The Big Bang on the Landing is a great piano bar.

[jegbomb52]

Don't forget to stop and try your luck at the Presidents Casino!

[Kyle]

I'm heading down to the tournament for the first time, and am unsure how to find the Scottrade center. Can't find an address for it or directions to it online. Any suggestions?

[Kyle]

Also, any other helpful hints for a first time tourney trip would be appreciated.