University City Travel Guide
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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.
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
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
Top hotels in University City
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
This was a wonderful hotel to stay at while we explored the National Parks. We enjoyed the free evening snacks and drinks after a full day at Gateway Arch. Staff were very friendly. The pool was nice. Rooms very clean. Would definitely stop here again.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Wi-fi was great, location was great and staff were really nice!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Room was nice. Bathroom was great in the suite we had. I think the best part was the breakfast. Made to order omelets and waffles. We stayed here to see Zack Bryan in concert. It was a drive to the Americas Dome but we liked this hotel. We will be staying here anytime we come to St. Louis.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
From the time we arrived, we loved the vibe of 21C! Our stay exceeded or expectations! Upon visiting the area again, we will stay at 21C. Convenient to downtown venues and eateries, walkable to different exhibit a museums.
Reviewed on 16 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
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Ok, so I spent almost $1,000 for a Thursday - Sunday stay. There is NO continental breakfast, no microwave in the room. There is only one microwave on each floor next to the ice and vending machines. There are no paper towels near the microwave, so when someone makes a huge mess of the microwave ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University City
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.
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.
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.
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.
Creve Coeur
Travellers come to Creve Coeur for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Creve Coeur Golf Club and Skip Viragh Center for the Arts while you're in town.
