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.
Gateway Arch
Visit the Museum of Westward Expansion, then ascend to the top of the tallest man-made monument in the US for breathtaking views of St. Louis.
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.
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.
City Museum
A rooftop Ferris wheel, an indoor tree house and a life-size, walk-through model of a whale; just some of the exhibits in this one-of-a-kind children's museum.
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 Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO
St Louis Arch Small Group Walking Tour and Arch Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Clayton
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Staff was helpful to assist as this was our first time staying here and the layout can be a bit confusing if you’ve never been here. Garage parking. There was only one wash cloth in the room and the shampoo was empty. Although the stock body wash and conditioner was nice. Along with good channel ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
Clean , modern rooms
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Service is exceptional!!!
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area
Overall great experience, in a beautiful part of town. Very accessible to a lot of areas including dinning and shopping. Staff was very courteous and helpful!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Room was very clean, common areas could use new carpet. The hotel staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Parking was HIGH!! $57/per night after tax and before tip. Hotel felt very old European. This survey asked me about the ‘free breakfast’….that is the first Ive heard of a ‘free breakfast’. ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
Shuttle to airport was great and then shuttle back to pick up my car was also great. Nice to be able to park at the property for a few days.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clayton
Dogtown
When in Dogtown, you can plan a visit to St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Museum of Transportation and Center of Creative Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Forsyth Station or U City Big Bend Station to see more of the city.
Ladue
Ladue is well liked for its restaurants and churches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Saint Louis Galleria Mall and St. Louis Art Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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 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.
