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 Sycamore Creek Golf Club and Osage Beach Premium Outlets.
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 Daniel Boone Regional Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cartwright Cove
If you're spending some time in Cartwright Cove, Lake of the Ozarks is a top sight worth visiting.
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.
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.
Capitol Plaza Hotel Jefferson City
The room was clean, and the staff was very friendly. The location is the selling point, with its walking distance to the Capitol, but the hotel needs a remodel.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
Good convenient hotel for our needs.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
Front desk personnel were rude and charged my card twice.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
All Towne Suites
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Point View Resort
Every thing is good 👍
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Lake Breeze Resort
Access road in need of repair. Parking space difficult to negotiate. Good location, comfortable, quiet, and met our expectations.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
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.
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 lively bars.
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.
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.
Missouri State Fairgrounds
Take the family on an outing to Missouri State Fairgrounds during your trip to Sedalia. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Things to do
Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Saint Louis Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
The Haunted Lemp Brewery Bottle Works Tour
