Dogtown Travel Guide
St. Louis
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 theatre scene 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.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
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
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Dogtown
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park
The staff were excellent. The room however was not. Our toilet struggled to flush and ran constantly. The microwave didn’t work. The room was hotel, humid, and muggy with a damp smell which was surprising, especiallyin March. The AC was set to 67 (the lowest it would go) and stayed above 70 the whole ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
Location is great, rooms can use a refresh. Overall clean despite being a bit worn. Breakfast, popcorn and soda machine adds a nice touch. Staff was helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
The staff at the Drury Inn bu the Arch are second to none! They were friendly, helpful, and efficient. The included meals and pool made traveling with our kids a relaxed and enjoyable time
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
The staff was very helpful and nice ! My stay was ok. The bathroom was not cleaned properly as there was a lot of hair on the floor and a few in the shower. The air quality of the room was very muggy. The gym was very nice with new equipment.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Our stay was okay. I was disappointed that the hotel held $236 for a deposit, although it was supposed to be $50 per day. We only stayed from March 27 to March 29. I didn't like that we only received 2 towels and found the toilet paper to be rough like sandpaper. Additionally, the parking garage ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Other neighbourhoods around Dogtown
The Hill
While The Hill isn't home to many top sights, St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
The Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Zoo 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.
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.
Tower Grove South
Tower Grove South might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and Cherokee Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
