Franz Park Travel Guide
St. Louis
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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.
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.
Gateway Arch
Find out about the history of Gateway Arch, one of the top monuments in St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.
St. Louis Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at St. Louis Zoo and see why this is a favourite attraction in St. Louis? Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.
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.
Forest Park
After visiting Forest Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Louis. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Top hotels in Franz Park
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
"Clean room and pictures"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hollywood Casino & Hotel St. Louis
"Overall room was nice. A few things I noticed to make me give it 4 stars. - the coffee maker was gross covered with dust and grime - I understand being charged a deposit for the room, but being charged for parking and wifi when I’m already paying a lot of money for a room is ridiculous, also I did ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Heritage Inn & Suites St. Louis/Fenton, Trademark by Wyndham
"Hotel has easy access to I-44 and is reasonably close to many St. Louis attractions. Lots of food choices in the area. Property well maintained and pretty quiet during our stay. Nice safe area. The only problem we had was that apparently their policy is not to make up the rooms until after 3 days ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
"An event was occurring in the ballroom right above our room. It was after 9 pm and the room was bouncing and creaking with the dancing and hopping up and down, enough to feel like motion sickness. We requested to be moved and the staff person said they were fully booked, and was rude about the situation. ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
"I like this hotel but the air was out in the entire hotel my entire stay. A funny old folks home smell to it but overall it’s cool."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Franz Park
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 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.
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.
Southwest Garden
While Southwest Garden 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 Zoo and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
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.
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.
