University City 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.
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.
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.
City Museum
A rooftop Ferris wheel, an indoor tree house and a life-size, walk-through model of a whale; just some of the exhibits in this one-of-a-kind children's museum.
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
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
St. Louis Small Group Walking Tour with St. Louis Arch and River Cruise
Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Great stay
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Convenient
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn St. Louis-Downtown (At the Gateway Arch)
The room was clean and the staff were extremely friendly and personable!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hilton St. Louis Airport
Room was clean and staff quick and polite.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Great staff , Tim was funny and fun to chat with. The breakfast and dinner were more than we expected. You even get 3 adult drinks
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
I would definitely stay here again. Parking is free and easy.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University City
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.
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 Bella Vita Wines are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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 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.
Creve Coeur
Travellers come to Creve Coeur for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Creve Coeur Golf Club and Saint Louis Abbey while you're in town.
