Midtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
St. Louis University
Explore the campus of St. Louis University during your stay in St. Louis. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
Learn about the local history of St. Louis when you take a trip to Scott Joplin House State Historic Site. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a baseball game.
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 acclaimed art galleries or attend a baseball game.
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.
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.
Activities
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Bullets & BBQ at Indoor Shooting Range in St. Louis County
Our pick of the best Midtown Hotel Deals
Element St. Louis Midtown
Clean room, staff, location
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott St Louis Downtown
Staff was courteous. Breakfast was great. Bedroom and bathroom were clean.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
We didn’t have breakfast or go to the bar.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn St. Louis-Downtown (At the Gateway Arch)
Great staff
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Wonderful stay
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Good vibe
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
The Gate
While The Gate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium.
Downtown West
While visiting Downtown West, you might make a stop by sights like St. Louis Union Station and St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station.
Lafayette Square
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Lafayette Square. Want to see more of the surrounding area? St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium are a few top sights nearby.
The Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
Shaw
Shaw might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
