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 fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.

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.

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 Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows

St. Louis: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise

St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch

Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Clayton

Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Good location, was as listed, clean rooms, comfortable bed. Good breakfast, Price was terrific
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area
Room was clean and staff was very nice. Continental breakfast had a real nice variety
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
The gym was amazing!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
The stay was ok even though nothing was explained to be. The hours of restaurant, where the gym is located about the bar in the room nothing.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Seven Gables, St. Louis West, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Love this place.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
We didn’t eat breakfast. Room was clean and tidy. Not enough conditioner in the container to cleanse hair. Only complaint.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clayton

University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Museum of Transportation and Center of Creative Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Forsyth Station or U City Big Bend Station to see more of the city.

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.

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.

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.

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 Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum 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.




