Downtown Clayton 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 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
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.
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
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
St. Louis Small Group Tour with St. Louis Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
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
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"Clean room and pictures"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hollywood Casino & Hotel St. Louis
"Overall room was nice. A few things I noticed to make me give it 4 stars. - the coffee maker was gross covered with dust and grime - I understand being charged a deposit for the room, but being charged for parking and wifi when I’m already paying a lot of money for a room is ridiculous, also I did ..."
Reviewed on 18 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.
