Lafayette Square Travel 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
Find out about the history of Gateway Arch, one of the top monuments in St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
St. Louis Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at St. Louis Zoo during your holiday in St. Louis? Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.
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
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at City Museum during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art galleries.
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 Lafayette Square
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Wonderful staff and great area. Accessible to so much in the area. Amazing bath tubs with remote and soaker tubs… 👍👍😎😎😍😍
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Room was very clean, common areas could use new carpet. The hotel staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Parking was HIGH!! $57/per night after tax and before tip. Hotel felt very old European. This survey asked me about the ‘free breakfast’….that is the first Ive heard of a ‘free breakfast’. ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
Shuttle to airport was great and then shuttle back to pick up my car was also great. Nice to be able to park at the property for a few days.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Forest Park Hotel by MDR
N/A. Good weather so just left the sliding door open. Needed the conference room for a family dinner. They went out of their way to make it comfortable. Very good staff! Friendly and helpful. Location is excellent for exploring “The Hill.”
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
The Drury is 1 block from the Gateway Memorial Park and the Arch. Our room was exceptionally clean and climate control was easily adjusted to our preferences. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. A free breakfast and a 5:30-7:00 "Happy Hour" including 3 free drinks, popcorn, and dinner buffet ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch
Nice hotel close to the arch. Ruth steakhouse is right inside hotel. Staff pleasant
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lafayette Square
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 Chaifetz Arena.
Soulard
You'll enjoy the bars and churches in Soulard. You might want to make time for a stop at Anheuser-Busch Brewery or Soulard Farmer's Market.
Downtown West
While visiting Downtown West, you might make a stop by sights like St. Louis Union Station and St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station.
Benton Park
While visiting Benton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Cherokee Street and Cherokee Antique Row.
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.
Tower Grove East
While there might not be top attractions in Tower Grove East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cherokee Street and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
Lafayette Square Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- St. Louis Union Station
- Gateway Arch
- St. Louis Zoo
- Dome at America’s Center
- Washington University in St. Louis
- City Museum
- Barnes Jewish Hospital
- America's Center Convention Complex
- Fox Theater
- St Charles Convention Center
- Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
- Westport Plaza
- Saint Louis Galleria Mall
- Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum
- St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
- Grant's Farm
- St. Louis Science Center
- Historic Main Street
- St. Louis Art Museum
- Chaifetz Arena
