Central Missouri Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Missouri
Where to stay in Central Missouri
Shawnee Bend
Though Shawnee Bend may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Osage Beach Premium Outlets and The Cove Golf Course.
Laguna Beach
While Laguna Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gran Rally Karts and Osage Beach Premium Outlets.
North Central Columbia
North Central Columbia might not have many top sights, but The District Downtown Columbia and Ragtag Cinema are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Buckingham Estates
Though Buckingham Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ozarks Amphitheater and Bridal Cave.
Cartwright Cove
If you're spending some time in Cartwright Cove, Lake of the Ozarks is a top sight worth visiting.
Gibson Point
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gibson Point and surrounding area, you can visit Possum Hollow Cove and Lick Branch Cove.
Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
Great hotel
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
Clean room, breakfast was very good. Snack bar at night was nice
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
The room was clean, the staff was courteous. On the way in to Columbia, I hit a road hazard but managed to limp my car to the hotel. I had to stay an extra day to effect repairs but the staff was understanding and accomodated my need for an extra day with no problems.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
All Towne Suites
Loved the appliances: full sized refrigerator with freezer and brand new microwave! The shower water pressure was great, too. Some mild maintenance things, but nothing major! Everything worked and was clean.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Lazy Dayz Resort
Popular places to visit
University of Missouri
Take a tour of the stunning botanical gardens interspersed with the eclectic range of neo-Gothic and redbrick structures in this historic university.
Ha Ha Tonka State Park
This state park at the top of a bluff features evocative castle ruins, as well as caves, a natural bridge, sinkholes and a scenic lake.
Bagnell Dam
You can learn about the history of Lakeside with a visit to Bagnell Dam. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Missouri University of Science and Technology during your trip to Rolla. Stroll along this family-friendly area's lakeside or simply enjoy its cafes.
University of Central Missouri
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Central Missouri during your trip to Warrensburg. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the live music in this family-friendly area.
Missouri State Capitol
Ascend to the dome for a wonderful vista and browse the range of fascinating public art in this important state building.
Things to do
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
