St. Louis, MO

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Gateway Arch which includes a monument, a sunset and a city
The Muny Theater showing a pond and a garden
Kiener Plaza showing a park
Gateway Arch which includes a city and landscape views
Gateway Arch featuring a monument, night scenes and a park
Stroll under the Gateway Arch, explore a plethora of museums and enjoy an outstanding music scene initiated by natives Chuck Berry and Miles Davis.

St. Louis lives up to its nickname, the Gateway to the West. Centrally located in Missouri along the Mississippi River, the city is a confluence of Southern cuisine, fascinating culture and Midwestern charm. Explore its historic cobblestone streets, pulsing Downtown and multitude of cultural institutions.

The Gateway Arch is impossible to miss. The city’s famous monument rises 630 feet (190 meters) high and is visible from across the city. Take an enclosed tram to the top to see miles in every direction. Try to spot the Busch Stadium to the west and the mighty Mississippi River to the east. Afterward, explore the surrounding Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Park, which includes the Museum of Westward Expansion and the Old Courthouse, where in 1847 Dred Scott and his wife famously sued for their freedom from slavery but ultimately lost.

As the hometown of rock-and-roll legend Chuck Berry and jazz pioneer Miles Davis, it’s not surprising that St. Louis has a thriving music scene. Enjoy evenings in Laclede’s Landing or the Delmar Loop, which are home to popular bars and lively restaurants.

See the latest modern art in the unique Pulitzer Arts Foundation, which presents new exhibits every six months. Nearby, relax among the trees and dozens of eye-catching sculptures in Laumeier Sculpture Park. Spend more time outside in the scenic Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum, which is among the oldest botanical gardens in the United States. Explore the award-winning Climatron dome conservatory, which houses a remarkable tropical rain forest.

St. Louis has a fascinating history as a hub of trade and host of the 1904 Summer Olympics and World’s Fair. Learn about its past at the Missouri History Museum. Discover fun for all ages at the quirky City Museum and kids-oriented Magic House. Check out old trains and vintage cars at the Museum of Transportation.

Visit St. Louis any time of year. From children to adults, art lovers to history buffs, music fans to sports aficionados, this city has something for everyone.

Where to stay in St. Louis

Meeting of the Waters Fountain showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain

Downtown St. Louis

4/5(4,004 area reviews)

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown St. Louis. A visit to Gateway Arch or Busch Stadium might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at 8th and Pine Station or Stadium Station to get around town.

Downtown St. Louis
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Clayton

Visitors often come to Clayton for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary and Shaw Park Tennis Center. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Clayton Station.

Clayton
Central West End

Central West End

4.5/5(450 area reviews)

Bordering Forest Park with free cultural institutions, this St. Louis neighborhood boasts a bustling commercial district along Euclid Avenue and the world's largest mosaic collection at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis.

Central West End
The Arc
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Creve Coeur

Creve Coeur is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Creve Coeur Golf Club and Saint Louis Abbey while you're in town.

Creve Coeur
St. Louis which includes interior views

Downtown West

If you're spending some time in Downtown West, St. Louis Union Station and St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown West
"The first St. Charles Borromeo Church, like this one, was constructed of vertical, hewn logs placed directly in the ground: an architectural style unique to the French in the New World during the 17th and 18th centuries. The church has been rebuilt on its original location. Jesse Francis, a local preservationist with 20 years experience restoring 18th French log buildings, directed the reconstruction. The work was done completely by with period tools in the manner of the 18th century. The church is part of an on-going historical interpretive program based on a re-creation of daily activities in this old French village."

St. Charles Historic District

Discover a national historic district featuring over 100 buildings, including the First Missouri State Capitol and St. Charles Odd Fellows Hall, showcasing architectural styles like Greek Revival and Italianate.

St. Charles Historic District
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch

4 out of 5
315 Chestnut St, St. Louis, MO
The price is ¥17,516 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
¥17,516
¥20,656 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in St. Louis. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,957 reviews)
"Accessibility"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel

Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
9801 Natural Bridge Road, St. Louis, MO
The price is ¥17,368 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
¥17,368
¥20,319 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in St. Louis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect stay."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

3 out of 5
2 South 4th Street, St. Louis, MO
The price is ¥20,016 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥20,016
¥23,404 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in St. Louis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,956 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location. Right near the Arch. 10 minute (at worst) walk to the stsdium. Staff was super friendly and quite helpful. We really enjoyed happy hour. Good snack food. The afternoon snacks were outstanding."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Landing Downtown St. Louis

Landing Downtown St. Louis

4 out of 5
300 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in St. Louis. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Busch Stadium and Gateway Arch ...
7.8/10 Good! (11 reviews)
"Good place!"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Landing Downtown St. Louis
 White House at Grand Central

White House at Grand Central

4 out of 5
3805 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO
Stay at this 4-star apartment in St. Louis. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (114 reviews)
"It was very clean and nicely decorated. The house is a cool old building. The AC worked great (important, as it was super muggy outside.) I was only there for a couple nights but I think it would have worked well for a longer stay."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

White House at Grand Central
Beautiful, Rehabbed Unit in Shaw Community 4228a

Beautiful, Rehabbed Unit in Shaw Community 4228a

St. Louis
Stay at this vacation home in St. Louis. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions St. Louis Union Station ...
7.4/10 Good! (17 reviews)
Family and friends trip
"This property is great for large groups that want economic stay. WiFi is bad/spotty but we just used it as a place to stay at night and eat and it’s great for that."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Beautiful, Rehabbed Unit in Shaw Community 4228a
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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