Explore the Enigmatic 7-11 Alien: A Historical Landmark

Getting There

• Public Transportation

  Start your journey at the nearest MetroLink station. If you're in downtown St. Louis, board the MetroLink light rail at the 8th & Pine station heading towards the Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 station. Stay on the train for approximately 20 minutes. Disembark at the Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 station, where you will exit the station and head towards the bus stop. Catch the #59 bus (the South Broadway line) heading towards the South County Center. Ride for about 10-15 minutes and get off at the stop for Southwest Avenue. From there, walk approximately 5-10 minutes south along Southwest Avenue until you reach 6909 Southwest Ave, St. Louis, MO 63143, the location of the 7-11 Alien.

• Walking

  If you are already in the vicinity of 6909 Southwest Ave, you can walk directly to the location. From the nearest bus stop on Southwest Avenue, head south on Southwest Avenue. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with the side streets. The 7-11 Alien is located on the left side of the street, at 6909 Southwest Ave. Make sure to pay attention to local traffic and pedestrian signals as you walk.

• Biking

  If you prefer biking, you can rent a bike from a local bike-sharing service available throughout St. Louis. Make your way to the closest bike share station, and then set your destination to 6909 Southwest Ave. Follow bike lanes and paths along Southwest Avenue. The ride should take about 15-20 minutes depending on your starting point. Keep an eye out for bike-friendly routes and be cautious of traffic.