Southwest Garden Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Southwest Garden Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"We used the valet service - VERY smooth process / We don't travel to larger cities too often, the staff at this property were wonderful, answered all of our questions, and made this experience great. Walking distance to the Arch too. So convenient."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hollywood Casino & Hotel St. Louis
"Staff was great. Shuttle was a life saver and worth the money. The shampoo and body wash in the shower would not dispense. King bed very comfortable. Glad there was a safe to use in the room. AV in room worked well. 7th floor at elevators the wall paper was healing away from wall by the buttons. ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
"Property very clean. Hotel staff pleasant and attentive. Nice, hot breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
"Great place, clean, free breakfast was amazing!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
"Absolutely loved St louis and everything is near this hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
"I like this hotel but the air was out in the entire hotel my entire stay. A funny old folks home smell to it but overall it’s cool."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Garden
The Hill
While The Hill isn't home to many top sights, St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tower Grove South
Tower Grove South might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and Cherokee Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
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.
Tower Grove East
While there might not be top attractions in Tower Grove East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cherokee Street and 2720 Cherokee Performing Arts Center.
