Midtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Midtown
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.
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.
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.
Activities
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
St. Louis Small Group Tour with St. Louis Arch & River Cruise
Our pick of the best Midtown Hotel Deals
Residence Inn by Marriott St Louis Downtown
"We like staying there when we come down to see the Cardinals play ball. It's still close to everything. All went well again."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Element by Marriott St. Louis Midtown
"The staff was incredibly nice and helpful. the room was clean and well organized. the mattress was a bit older and had sunken spot on one side so it likely needs to be replaced, but other than that I will stay there business trip to STL."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"The hotel staff is the friendliest I have ever experienced."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
"The place looks nice but I believe there is poor management, we had to put a deposit down like all rooms but still haven’t received it back. When we walked up to our room it was open like they weren’t done cleaning. We didn’t have a comforter just a sheet on the bed, when asked about getting one ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
"Great location"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
"Great breakfast and super helpful staff"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Midtown
Downtown St. Louis
Gourmet restaurants beloved sports teams and top sights from Gateway Arch to Busch Stadium – discover Downtown St. Louis, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
Creve Coeur
Travellers come to Creve Coeur for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Creve Coeur Golf Club and Skip Viragh Center for the Arts while you're in town.
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.
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.
