Downtown St. Louis Travel Guide
St. Louis
Visit Downtown St. Louis
Popular places to visit
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.
Dome at America’s Center
Catch an event at Dome at America’s Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Gateway Arch National Park
This central park houses the Gateway Arch, Museum of Westward Expansion and Old Courthouse, and is a popular starting point for exploring the Mississippi River.
St. Louis Cathedral
After visiting St. Louis Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a baseball game.
Kiener Plaza
You can find out about the history of St. Louis when you stop by Kiener Plaza. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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 Downtown St. Louis
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Very comfortable
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Very nice stay!!!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Live by Loews - St.Louis
Check in was smooth and location was great. Rooms were clean and well taken cared of.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Marriott St. Louis Grand
This was an average property. It was in close proximity to The Dome, which was the purpose of our stay. As a frequent traveler, I felt the price and fees for one night, were high. Also, I received an additional charge after our stay, late in the evening, which was not reflected on our statement. ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Love the staff
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
Nice, clean hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Fitness center was good. The elevators in the East and West towers are very slow, especially during busy times. We spent LOTS of time waiting for the elevators.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. Louis
Downtown West
While visiting Downtown West, you might make a stop by sights like St. Louis Union Station and St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station.
Lafayette Square
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Lafayette Square. Want to see more of the surrounding area? St. Louis Union Station and Enterprise Center are a few top sights nearby.
Soulard
You'll enjoy the bars and churches in Soulard. You might want to make time for a stop at Anheuser-Busch Brewery or Soulard Farmer's Market.
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.
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 Enterprise Center.
Benton Park
While visiting Benton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Cherokee Street and Cherokee Antique Row.
