Franz Park Travel Guide
St. Louis
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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 Franz Park
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Very clean
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
None
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Really cool hotel with great onsite bar/restaurant, gym, pool and art gallery.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Excellent accommodations-exceptional staff-food and drink service was wonderful. Location was perfect.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
Very nice and safe location. Staff was super nice Breakfast was a true breakfast and very good. Interior was very nice and modern
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Live by Loews - St.Louis
Very clean. Slightly loud but that's just the environment next to stadium but not enough that it caused issues. Loved the hotel and location.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Franz Park
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 Zoo and St. Louis Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
