Clayton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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 theatre scene 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.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
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.
Activities
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Clayton Hotel Deals
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Room was clean, breakfast was awesome. Staff was friendly. The pool and game room were out of commission for renovations, but if it had that it would be an awesome place to stay. Parking was cheap and convenient and it seemed like a nice area with walkable bars and restaurants
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Property needs remodeling
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
clean and safe area
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area
Beds were comfortable, rooms were clean and spacious. The staff was very friendly. The breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
We had issues checking in, they had overbooked and moved us to queen rooms instead of king. The hallways oddly smelled like pee. They also couldn’t find my confirmation for the breakfast buffet I had paid in advance for the four of us. When we finally got to breakfast, it was a disaster. Barely anything ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton St Louis - Galleria
Excellent Customer Service/Staff
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clayton
University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Museum of Transportation and Center of Creative Arts 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.
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.
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 Art Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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 Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center.
