Central West End Travel Guide
St. Louis
Visit Central West End
Popular places to visit
Barnes Jewish Hospital
If Barnes Jewish Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of St. Louis.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis
After visiting Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
World Chess Hall of Fame
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at World Chess Hall of Fame in St. Louis. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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
Find out about the history of Gateway Arch, one of the top monuments in St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a baseball game.
Top hotels in Central West End
The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis
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Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG
Very friendly staff that are always willing to help. Always clean love the fact there is secure parking. Definitely my go to hotel while in St.Louis.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park
Pet friendly place friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The West End
Great place To stay. The staff Was super nice . Parking was easy and the room Was real Clean .
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Aloft St. Louis Cortex
People were extremely helpful and pleasant. Fun things for kids to do on property
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End
This was a great room. Lonely (I believe that was his name) checked me in, he was very friendly and personable. The room was nice and new. I would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central West End
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.
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.
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.
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 Gate
While The Gate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Louis Union Station and Enterprise 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.
