University City Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed art galleries 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 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.
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: City Museum General Admission Ticket
St. Louis: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
Top hotels in University City
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Check-in was great. Staff very knowledgable of the area and was helpful in offering dinner options around town as well as complimentary dinner at the hotel. Parking garage is limited to guests. Bartender was friendly. 1st time guest, will definitely return!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Excellent
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
So nice to be directly next to the Arch. I went out for an early bike ride and got Coffee and enjoyed the park. Only real negative was the valet was super backed up and parking garage was full so after an 11 hour drive I had to go find parking blocks away in not the best area. Also, no room service ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
My stay was generally good! I had no major issues throughout. My only concern was the TV guide was (at least my assigned room) was not up to date and many channels were no signal. That was really the only inconvenience although I wasn’t much at the hotel to fully utilize this amenity. Still a good ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
Didn't eat there. INternet worked fine. Was very comfortable for my breif stay.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The valet is why I gave a 4/5
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
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 Saint Louis Abbey while you're in town.
