Jeff-Vander-Lou Travel Guide
St. Louis
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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 Jeff-Vander-Lou

Guest Host Motel
"Guy at the front desk was rude. The room looked like an escape room, pretty terrifying or like a crime scene. Filthy bathrooms, filthy bedding with burn holes. Dangerous area with crack heads on the corner asking for money as your are trying to check in."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

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
"Absolutely loved St louis and everything is near this hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jeff-Vander-Lou

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
