Columbus Square Travel Guide
St. Louis
Visit Columbus Square
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.
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.
Washington University in St. Louis
Explore the campus of Washington University in St. Louis during your stay in St. Louis. Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
St. Louis: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Columbus Square
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"Beautiful hotel, you can see the arch as soon as you walk out the hotel and it is not far. Recommend checking in after check in and leaving early before checkout as it gets very busy with valet."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
"The staff was amazing & we had a nice stay for the night."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
"It took 25 minutes to check in because only 1 person at desk at 3pm. We stayed in room 137. There was a strange loud thumping sound in pipes. I told front desk, she said no maintenance until Monday. It kept me up for long time. Next morning at check out the clerk said they KNEW there is an issue, ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
"What we most liked about the hotel was the free, convenient parking and the perfect location near those we were visiting. The area is lovely and walkable. Our room was adequately sized. The bathroom shower seemed recently upgraded with digital controls. There were coffee packets in the room, but ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
"Everything to do with the Hotel was amazing. Hotels .com not so much."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
"Nice clean hotel, with friendly helpful staff."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Columbus Square
Downtown St. Louis
Gourmet restaurants beloved sports teams and top sights from Gateway Arch to Busch Stadium – discover Downtown St. Louis, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
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.
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.
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.
