West Alton Vacations
Before you escape to West Alton on a whim, take the time to learn a little about it.
A neighborhood in the fine city of St. Louis, West Alton is 17 miles (27 kilometers) north of the downtown area.
The population of St. Louis is roughly 320,000.
Hotels in West Alton
After a big day exploring
West Alton, you'll need a comfortable bed to hit the hay. While it's hard to stay in the middle of this neighborhood, you will be able to spend your nights at one of the 5 properties a short drive away.
The Beall Mansion An Elegant Bed & Breakfast Inn (407 E. 12th St) and the Best Western Premier Alton-St. Louis Area Hotel (3800 Homer Adams Pkwy) are great bases for exploring everything this neighborhood has to offer.
Places to visit in West Alton
Extravagant decor, sparking lights and smartly dressed staff are some of the things to expect at Argosy Casino. Go for an amble around the tables or just relax with a drink in hand and enjoy the atmosphere. Want some more close by options? Generally, you wouldn't want to spend any time in prison, but consider making an exception for Alton Prison. See where detainees were housed and get a glimpse into what occurred behind its inhospitable doors. But that's not all there is. Many have said that knowledge is power. With that in mind, you'll certainly feel more powerful after spending an afternoon at Historic Museum of Torture Devices.
Where do you fly into for West Alton?
All set to jump into your next incredible adventure? Well, West Alton is approximately 12 miles (19 kilometers) from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL).