The Gate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Dome at America’s Center
Catch an event at Dome at America’s Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
St. Louis: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Our pick of the best The Gate Hotel Deals
Comfort Inn & Suites Saint Louis Lafayette Square
When we arrived there was a sign that said "back in 10 minutes." I waited a half hour before someone finally came back. Then when I finally got to the room a while after checking in, I noticed the bathroom was dirty. Nobody answered the phone at the front desk so I took wipes I travel with and cleaned ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
The tub was clogged in our first room. The second room we were. Changed too didn’t have hot water
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
Bathroom was not clean. The beds were fine but uncomfortable. Air conditioner was not working right. Most likely will not stay there again. In the morning for breakfast there was like no food and it was not the greatest.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
The breakfast is outstanding as well as the staff Great price for what you get
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Loved the look of the building and where it was located but the one thing I didn't like was there was no stairs. Everyone had to use the elevator.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
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Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Gate
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.
Midtown
While you're in Midtown, take in top sights like Chaifetz Arena and jump on the metro at Grand Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
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.
Soulard
You'll enjoy the bars and churches in Soulard. You might want to make time for a stop at Anheuser-Busch Brewery or Soulard Farmer's Market.
