Downtown St. Louis Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown St. Louis
Popular places to visit
Gateway Arch
Enjoy 360-degree views and learn about the history of St. Louis at this world-famous landmark.
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.
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 great live music.
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.
Old Courthouse
Some of America’s landmark legal battles, including the Dred Scott and Virginia Minor cases, were fought in this historic building in St. Louis.
Kiener Plaza
You can find out about the history of St. Louis when you stop by Kiener Plaza. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Things to do
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
The Haunted Lemp Brewery Bottle Works Tour
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Top hotels in Downtown St. Louis
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"Loved the view and proximity of The Arch directly behind Hotel."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
"Great location. 5 minutes to stadium. Arch is right outside your door. Also recommend old capitol building museum. Lines for drinks at kick back were long enough that we just skipped. Rooms ok. Parking was ok but we got there early afternoon."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn St. Louis-Downtown (At the Gateway Arch)
"Staff was very helpful and friendly and the room was spacious and attractive. Breakfast had good variety and breakfast staff were cheerful and helpful. Our family enjoyed the pool and game room as well."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Live by Loews - St.Louis
"Always just wonderful. We stay here often. There is no better way to experience Busch Stadium than Live by Loews."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Marriott St. Louis Grand
"Property was great- my only complaint was the bed was so saggy in the middle you could visually see it- and it made it difficult to sleep it was so bad."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
"Great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown St. Louis
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.
Creve Coeur
Travellers come to Creve Coeur for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Creve Coeur Golf Club and Saint Louis Abbey while you're in town.
Central West End
The abundant dining options and forests are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by World Chess Hall of Fame or Blue Strawberry while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Central West End Station to get around town.
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.
St. Charles Historic District
St. Charles Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Historic Main Street and Lewis & Clark Boathouse and Nature Center while in the area.
