University City 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 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.
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.
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.
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 University City
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"So.....I booked this hotel because parking was included. When we arrived at about 4:30 (check in was 4:00) they told us it was mandatory valet parking and it was $50.00. We had no option. Upon checkout - we had to wait in line over 1/2 hour for our vehicle to be retrieved standing in a hot garage. ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
"We rented 2 rooms. They only had one room for my wife. And I and not for my son. And then when we had to take my son twenty minutes away, one way they charged us full price and said it was our fault.Because we were a walking at the pear tree.By the airport, the company was disgusting.Not the ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
"Very good and welcoming."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
"We love your property"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
"Close to airport, good rate."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
"The greatest asset of this hotel is its proximity to the Arch, riverfront and Busch Stadium. The room was clean and spacious. The 3 complimentary drinks per guest were good. The complimentary buffet dinner was awful. The complimentary breakfast was tolerable. Parking is $30 per night extra. Use caution, ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in University City
Downtown St. Louis
Gourmet restaurants beloved sports teams and top sights from Busch Stadium to Gateway Arch – discover Downtown St. Louis, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
Creve Coeur
Travellers come to Creve Coeur for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Creve Coeur Golf Club and Skip Viragh Center for the Arts while you're in town.
Central West End
The abundant dining options and forests are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by World Chess Hall of Fame or Blue Strawberry while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Central West End Station to get around town.
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.
