Compton Heights 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.
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 Compton Heights
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"Disappointing stay… front desk staff were not knowledgeable about parking, after paying fir two nights valet staff (who were very nice to us each time we left the building) said the parking garage was closed- so we had to valet park for the weekend. The front of the sink and vanity in our bathroom ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hollywood Casino & Hotel St. Louis
"Staff was great. Shuttle was a life saver and worth the money. The shampoo and body wash in the shower would not dispense. King bed very comfortable. Glad there was a safe to use in the room. AV in room worked well. 7th floor at elevators the wall paper was healing away from wall by the buttons. ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
"All was good except the variety of food available for breakfast. Very limited, and the motel staples of biscuits and gravy, reconstituted eggs and a few cereals is not healthy for people with diabetes."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
"Great place, clean, free breakfast was amazing!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
"Good breakfast!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
"I like this hotel but the air was out in the entire hotel my entire stay. A funny old folks home smell to it but overall it’s cool."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Compton Heights
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.
Tower Grove East
While there might not be top attractions in Tower Grove East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cherokee Street and 2720 Cherokee Performing Arts Center.
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.
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.
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.
