Tower Grove East 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.

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.

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.

City Museum
This quirky children’s museum invites visitors to crawl through whales, climb into tree houses and whiz down three-story slides.

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

St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO

Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

St. Louis Scavenger Hunt: Gateway to the West

St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
Top hotels in Tower Grove East

Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Room was very clean, common areas could use new carpet. The hotel staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Parking was HIGH!! $57/per night after tax and before tip. Hotel felt very old European. This survey asked me about the ‘free breakfast’….that is the first Ive heard of a ‘free breakfast’. ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
Shuttle to airport was great and then shuttle back to pick up my car was also great. Nice to be able to park at the property for a few days.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Wonderful staff and great area. Accessible to so much in the area. Amazing bath tubs with remote and soaker tubs… 👍👍😎😎😍😍
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Forest Park Hotel by MDR
N/A. Good weather so just left the sliding door open. Needed the conference room for a family dinner. They went out of their way to make it comfortable. Very good staff! Friendly and helpful. Location is excellent for exploring “The Hill.”
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
The Drury is 1 block from the Gateway Memorial Park and the Arch. Our room was exceptionally clean and climate control was easily adjusted to our preferences. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. A free breakfast and a 5:30-7:00 "Happy Hour" including 3 free drinks, popcorn, and dinner buffet ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Nice hotel close to the arch. Ruth steakhouse is right inside hotel. Staff pleasant
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tower Grove East

Shaw
Shaw might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tower Grove South
Tower Grove South might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and Cherokee Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Benton Park
While visiting Benton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Cherokee Street and Cherokee Antique Row.

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 Busch Stadium.

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.

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 Busch Stadium are a few top sights nearby.
