The Ville
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 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
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
St. Louis Small Group Walking Tour with St. Louis Arch and River Cruise
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Top hotels in The Ville
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Clean Room Friendly Staff
Reviewed on 10 Nov, 2025
Forest Park Hotel by MDR
N/A. Good weather so just left the sliding door open. Needed the conference room for a family dinner. They went out of their way to make it comfortable. Very good staff! Friendly and helpful. Location is excellent for exploring “The Hill.”
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
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
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Nice hotel close to the arch. Ruth steakhouse is right inside hotel. Staff pleasant
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Provided breakfast and dinner. Also three complimentary drinks at dinner!
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
great check in.
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Ville
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Chaifetz Arena.
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 Gateway Arch are a few top sights nearby.
