Downtown West
St. Louis
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Popular places to visit
St. Louis Union Station
You can learn about the local history of St. Louis when you make a stop at a well-known site like St. Louis Union Station. Experience the area's fascinating museums 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.
Washington Avenue Historic District
During your trip to St. Louis, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Washington Avenue Historic District. While in this walkable area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.
Peabody Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Peabody Opera House on your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
St. Louis City Hall
Learn about the local history of St. Louis with a stop at St. Louis City Hall. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a baseball game.
Citygarden
In the heart of downtown St. Louis, meander past the eye-catching sculptures, bubbling fountains and green spaces that make up this unique urban oasis.
Things to do
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Scavenger Hunt: Gateway to the West
Top hotels in Downtown West
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
The entire hotel was fantastic. Beautifully decorated, so much to see. The art gallery was fantastic, the servers at the bar were friendly and phenomenal and just made for a great evening. The food was fantastic. Every inch of the building was well styled and the room was fantastic. Can’t wait to ...
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown
I like
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Union Station
Very nice rooms, comfortable beds. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
Most of the staff was not friendly, the girl who I checked out with was the nicest person we encountered. The bathtub was dirty and was clogged. The breakfast area was clean, but the staff wasn’t friendly. The evening happy hour, the staff member was rude. We arrived back at the hotel at 650, while ...
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Wonderful room. Staff was great. Union Station is beautiful
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Tru By Hilton St. Louis Downtown
Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, quiet stay
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown West
Lafayette Square
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Lafayette Square. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
Downtown St. Louis
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown St. Louis. A visit to Busch Stadium or Gateway Arch National Park might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at 8th and Pine Station or Stadium 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 Gate
While there might not be top attractions in The Gate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium.
Soulard
You'll enjoy the bars and churches in Soulard. You might want to make time for a stop at Anheuser-Busch Brewery or Soulard Farmer's Market.
Benton Park
If you're spending some time in Benton Park, Cherokee Antique Row and Chatillon-DeMenil House are top sights worth seeing.
