University City 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.
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.
Top hotels in University City
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
This stay was perfect. The room was spotless and set up very nice. The staff was incredible i forgot his name but the man at the front desk that checked us in was excellent, some of the best customer service ive ever had. We had a little bit of wait when trying to check in but the guy at front desk ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
Clean room, courteous staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Loved our stay. Clean room. Nice restaurant.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
The front desk staff was amazing, they were all very kind and helpful. Our room got upgraded for free with a partial view of the arch. Which made my kids extremely happy. The room was really nice and clean. The food was very good with a great selection. My family will definitely be staying again ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Forest Park Hotel by MDR
My entire room was clean, the staff are nice, the amenities were efficient…
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Love this hotel and have stayed many times. Original room was not suitable (no iron or coffee machine, which are standard), but front desk quickly gave another room.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University City
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.
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 Bella Vita Wines 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.
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.
The Hill
While The Hill isn't home to many top sights, St. Louis Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Creve Coeur
Travellers come to Creve Coeur for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Creve Coeur Golf Club and Saint Louis Abbey while you're in town.
University City Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Choose Your University City Hotel Style
- Hotels in top St. Louis neighborhoods
- More trip options
- St. Louis Zoo
- Busch Stadium
- Dome at America’s Center
- Barnes Jewish Hospital
- City Museum
- Forest Park
- Mississippi River
- Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
- St. Louis University
- Fox Theater
- Horseshoe St. Louis Casino
- Anheuser-Busch Brewery
- Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum
- Saint Louis Galleria Mall
- Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum
- St. Louis Premium Outlets
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