Dogtown Travel Guide
St. Louis
Popular places to visit
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.
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 fascinating museums 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.
Forest Park
Nature, history and cultural institutions come together in one of the United States’ largest urban parks, which buzzes with St. Louis’ dynamic community spirit.
Dome at America’s Center
Catch an event at Dome at America’s Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
The Haunted Lemp Brewery Bottle Works Tour
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Top hotels in Dogtown
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park
Everything was amazing! Room was great and the staff were excellent!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Room was nice and clean. Bed was comfortable. The only real thing that was a little hard was at the door trying to get valet and luggage taken care of. It was a little confusing but the people helping us were nice and friendly.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Parking garage cost was very reasonable and the complimentary breakfast was always so delicious. The room was spacious and very clean.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
All the restaurants and bar were excellent.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
Bring your pet! Pet friendly, great breakfast, great customer service!!!!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Clean rooms. Amazing breakfast & dinner. Pool & hot tub were great with roof deck. Comfy beds. Safe & family friendly. Free parking in a garage! Can walk to all attractions and restaurants. Staff were amazing!!!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dogtown
The Hill
While The Hill isn't home to many top sights, St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center 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 St. Louis Zoo and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
Clayton
Take time in Clayton to visit attractions like Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary and Shaw Park Tennis Center. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Clayton Station to see more of the city.
The Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Zoo 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.
Shaw
Shaw might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
