Columbus Square Travel Guide
St. Louis
Visit Columbus Square
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 art galleries 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.
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.
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 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
"Clean room, great staff. Everything you need within walking distance. A good variety of places to eat. Nice bathroom, great view feom my window. Bed wasn’t very comfortable, but it was manageable."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hollywood Casino & Hotel St. Louis
"It was a nice looking hotel I did enjoy the food they had at one of the restaurants"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
"Everything noisy. From the air conditioner to the water running through the bathroom pipes you can hear even with the door shut, to the guests who have no common decency. Everything was as basic as you can get, but that's the price your paying and the clientele you're attracting."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
"Everything was clean and comfortable and beyond our expectations"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
"The pool was cold and the hot tub was very foamy and felt like there was sand on the bottom of it. There was a film of dirt in the foam. The beds were very hard. I will not return to this location."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
"Xxx Essex d z"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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.
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.
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.
Midtown
While you're in Midtown, take in top sights like Chaifetz Arena and jump on the metro at Grand Station to see more of the city.
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.
