Clayton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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
Climb to the very top of America’s tallest man-made structure for sweeping views across the city of St. Louis and the surrounding countryside.
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.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.
Activities
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Clayton Hotel Deals
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
The room was very clean, there was always someone at the front desk and each staff member I encountered was friendly. The breakfast buffet was a nice bonus. Overall 10/10.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Excellent and the room service food was AMAZING. We are making this hotel our go to everytime we visit st. Louis
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
Parking went up to $35 night. Small, tight hotel Parking garage, but it was secure. Ice machine in floor Wasn’t working, bar area was nice.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area
All good!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
Great staff!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton St Louis - Galleria
The bathroom was dirty. Especially behind the door of bathroom. Carpets were not that clean. Dishes left in the dishwasher. Not sure if clean or dirty.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clayton
University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Museum of Transportation and Heman Park Tennis Center 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.
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.
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 St. Louis Zoo are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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 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.
