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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 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.
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.
City Museum
This quirky children’s museum invites visitors to crawl through whales, climb into tree houses and whiz down three-story slides.
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.
Things to do
St Louis: City Museum General Admission Ticket
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
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO
Top hotels in Downtown Clayton
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Wonderful staff and great area. Accessible to so much in the area. Amazing bath tubs with remote and soaker tubs… 👍👍😎😎😍😍
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
Excellent overall. Perfect location in downtown Clayton, conveniently next to Shaw Parking Garage. Staff is good, rooms are great and clean, simple and elegant.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
Small rooms but beautiful lobby.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Room was very clean, common areas could use new carpet. The hotel staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Parking was HIGH!! $57/per night after tax and before tip. Hotel felt very old European. This survey asked me about the ‘free breakfast’….that is the first Ive heard of a ‘free breakfast’. ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
Everything in general
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
The Drury is 1 block from the Gateway Memorial Park and the Arch. Our room was exceptionally clean and climate control was easily adjusted to our preferences. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. A free breakfast and a 5:30-7:00 "Happy Hour" including 3 free drinks, popcorn, and dinner buffet ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Clayton
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
