The Ville Travel Guide
St. Louis
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.
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.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
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.
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
Top hotels in The Ville
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
They had a hard time finding out reservation, but they eventually found it and then we had no problems at all. They have a happy hour with snacks and 3 alcoholic beverages (beer or wine) a night while there. They have a good breakfast and 24 hour soda. This is our second time staying there and will ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Hotel no hot water and is going thru renov
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
This is the ONLY hotel that we stay at when we come to St. Louis!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Clean room good view.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Very nice stay!!!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hollywood Casino & Hotel St. Louis
Hotel itself was fine. Floors in our room were a little gritty to the point where I noticed dirt accumulating in the corners and I needed to clean my feet off before putting my socks on. My biggest complaint was after paying $250 for one night, we were billed another $14 for “amenities” at check ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Ville
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.
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 Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
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.
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.
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.
