Wellston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 fascinating museums 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.
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
Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking 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 Wellston Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Staff was supper nice and it all went so smooth.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn St. Louis-Downtown (At the Gateway Arch)
Everything was great
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Great staff and location
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Clean room, friendly reception. Staff at breakfast was very friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
The entire hotel was fantastic. Beautifully decorated, so much to see. The art gallery was fantastic, the servers at the bar were friendly and phenomenal and just made for a great evening. The food was fantastic. Every inch of the building was well styled and the room was fantastic. Can’t wait to ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
This hotel was a pleasant surprise. The Gateway Arch National Park is within walking distance as in right next door. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Dinner was included (not sure if that’s a regular thing or just for the night we stayed). Hot tub was slightly on the cooler side for my liking ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wellston
University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Museum of Transportation and Center of Creative Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Forsyth Station or U City Big Bend Station to see more of the 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
