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 acclaimed art galleries 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
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
Did not eat breakfast.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Great Location, great atmosphere. Drinks and food on the floor level, beautiful artwork is on display.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
The room is perfect. The queen bed room is the best value for the single traveler. The only problem is having a problem to adjust the hot water in the sink.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
The room was great and the staff professional and friendly. The breakfast is always fabulous.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Everything was great the customer service rep at the desk exceptional customer service.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Everything was good. The staff was awesome, room very clean, food and drink was great.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dogtown
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.
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 Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
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.
