The area’s signature landmark is Plaza Frontenac, a luxury shopping experience home to Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, and more. Frontenac is also home to some of the area’s best restaurants. 

The Kirkwood School District and the Ladue School District are the two public school systems in Frontenac, both recognized for their excellence. Frontenac also has several private schools, including St. Joseph's Academy, Chaminade College Prep, Villa Duchesne, and Oak Hill.