Downtown Clayton
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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
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.

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

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St Louis Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

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Sharpshooter Indoor Range and Five Gun Package

Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
Top hotels in Downtown Clayton

Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
An event was occurring in the ballroom right above our room. It was after 9 pm and the room was bouncing and creaking with the dancing and hopping up and down, enough to feel like motion sickness. We requested to be moved and the staff person said they were fully booked, and was rude about the situation. ...
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026

Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
It was good but there is just one problem of parking and they charge for patking 35 bucks
Reviewed on 28 Apr, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
No swimming pool.....whole experience didn't seem top level
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026

AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
Use public parking lot next door, cheaper than valet
Reviewed on 5 May, 2026

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Everything seemed more like a cheap motel. Room service came in a cardboard box. No one knew how to cast to the TV. All Apps and no service. No cash excepted. The valet did call a cab for us that was helpful everything else seemed sub-par.
Reviewed on 17 May, 2026

Hollywood Casino & Hotel St. Louis
Well I’m not a complainer, but we thought the casino was not the cleanest, empty beer cans full ashtrays and not sure when the last time a machine was wiped off. We went to the sports bar for a quick dinner and a couple of drinks the waitress was ok but they can’t answer a question. Never got the ...
Reviewed on 17 May, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Clayton

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.

University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Heman Park Tennis Center and Museum of Transportation 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 Zoo are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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.

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.

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.
