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 great live music or attend a baseball game.
Busch Stadium
Catch an event at Busch Stadium during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a baseball game.
Gateway Arch
Enjoy 360-degree views and learn about the history of St. Louis at this world-famous landmark.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
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.
Things to do
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
The Haunted Lemp Brewery Bottle Works Tour
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Clayton
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Room was nice. Bathroom was great in the suite we had. I think the best part was the breakfast. Made to order omelets and waffles. We stayed here to see Zack Bryan in concert. It was a drive to the Americas Dome but we liked this hotel. We will be staying here anytime we come to St. Louis.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Excellent staff! I was upgraded to a deluxe room from a standard at check-in. Servers and bartenders were kind and helpful and the food and drinks were delicious.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area
Staff was wonderful, and the hotel in general was great. However, I was surprised to find no parking spots open on the premises after I had paid for parking. I was told I would receive a refund and I’m sure I will. As for the room, it was very tidy, clean, and well organized. Upon waking up on the ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
The hotel was very clean, modern, smelled delicious, the rooms were spotless and modern perfect getaway. Wish we could stay longer. Location was pretty good.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton St Louis - Galleria
I stayed for one night it was nice clean good breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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.
