The Grove Travel Guide
St. Louis





Popular places to visit

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.

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.
Things to do

St. Louis Narrated Trolley Tour

St Louis Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App

Saint Louis Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Grove

Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park
My family and I had a great experience—staff were courteous and attentive, and the hotel room was very clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Room was clean and staff was very informative. Top tier customer service
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Very nice hotel. Great location, excellent free breakfast, the shower was wonderful, and the bed was so comfortable.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Nice staff, clean rooms, dinner and breakfast for quests.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Great location and vibe. I will definitely return
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel is beautiful and the room was very nice.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Grove

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.

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.

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.

The Gate
While The Gate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium.

Midtown
While you're in Midtown, take in top sights like Chaifetz Arena and jump on the metro at Grand Station to see more of the city.

Tower Grove East
While there might not be top attractions in Tower Grove East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cherokee Street and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.

