Clayton Travel Guide
St. Louis
Popular places to visit
Washington University in St. Louis
Explore the campus of Washington University in St. Louis during your stay in St. Louis. Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.
St. Louis Union Station
You can learn more about the history of St. Louis during your trip to a well-known site such as St. Louis Union Station. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a baseball game.
Busch Stadium
Catch an event at Busch Stadium during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
Gateway Arch
Enjoy 360-degree views and learn about the history of St. Louis at this world-famous landmark.
St. Louis Zoo
In the middle of St. Louis, meet the exotic and endangered animals that live in meticulously recreated ecosystems from all over the world.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a baseball game.
Things to do
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
Top hotels in Clayton
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Room comfortable and clean. Dtaff very polite, professional, and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Very courteo
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
Nice
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area
The breakfast was fresh. LOts of great options.. I do wish there were a few more meat choices and egg choices. BUt you have a great variety and very friendly kitchen help!! Also the bar had great Service and bartender was super nice.. A few more options and price lowered and it wouldve been perfect.. ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
My room was spotless and very well put together.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Room was clean and staff was very informative. Top tier customer service
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clayton
University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Museum of Transportation and Center of Creative Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Forsyth Station or U City Big Bend Station to see more of the city.
Dogtown
When in Dogtown, you can plan a visit to St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ladue
Ladue is well liked for its restaurants and churches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Saint Louis Galleria Mall and St. Louis Art Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
The Hill
While The Hill isn't home to many top sights, St. Louis Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southwest Garden
While Southwest Garden may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center.
Central West End
If you're looking for things to see and do in Central West End, ample dining options and lush forests are highlights. You might also check out World Chess Hall of Fame while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Central West End Station to get around town.
