Central Missouri, MO

Travel Guide

University of Missouri featuring heritage architecture, a park and street scenes
Columbia featuring wildflowers
Ha Ha Tonka State Park which includes forests
Columbia showing outdoor art and a city
Ha Ha Tonka State Park featuring landscape views, tranquil scenes and a river or creek

Where to stay in Central Missouri

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Shawnee Bend

While Shawnee Bend isn't home to many top sights, Osage Beach Premium Outlets and Miner Mike's Inc are some notable places to visit nearby.

Shawnee Bend
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North Central Columbia

While North Central Columbia isn't home to many top sights, The District Downtown Columbia and Daniel Boone Regional Library are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Central Columbia
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Buckingham Estates

When in Buckingham Estates, you can plan a visit to Ozarks Amphitheater and Seven Springs Winery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Buckingham Estates
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Cartwright Cove

If you're spending some time in Cartwright Cove, Lake of the Ozarks is a top sight worth visiting.

Cartwright Cove
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SaddleBrook

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in SaddleBrook and surrounding area, you can visit Truman Reservoir and Truman Lake.

SaddleBrook
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Gibson Point

When in Gibson Point, you can plan a visit to Possum Hollow Cove and Lick Branch Cove, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Gibson Point
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
2.5 out of 5
2500 I 70 Dr Sw, Columbia, MO
The price is SAR 230 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
SAR 230
SAR 259 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (206 reviews)
"Front Desk staff were very helpful!!"

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
2.5 out of 5
817 N Keene St, Columbia, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 317 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
SAR 317
SAR 359 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,460 reviews)
"Yay"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
2.5 out of 5
2601 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO
The price is SAR 446 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 446
SAR 504 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,197 reviews)
"Interesting decor, clean rooms, might need a bit of refurbishing in pool area"

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
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All Towne Suites
All Towne Suites
2 out of 5
250 Carmel Valley Way, St. Robert, MO
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in St. Robert. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (202 reviews)
"The property was clean. Nice exercise equipment. Staff was friendly & accommodating. Located off of main roads, which makes it quiet surroundings."

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

All Towne Suites
Allie's - Amazing 8,000 SF Home with --Private Pool--hot tub-- Sleeps 26+
Allie's - Amazing 8,000 SF Home with --Private Pool--hot tub-- Sleeps 26+
Sunrise Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sunrise Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
Yearly tradition!
"Stayed at this property last year, we loved it so much that we had to come again! Property manager is very kind and accommodating!"

Reviewed on 27 March 2025

Allie's - Amazing 8,000 SF Home with --Private Pool--hot tub-- Sleeps 26+
The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course
The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course
Osage Beach
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Osage Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Lake of the Ozarks and Bagnell Dam ...
10/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Awesome spring break getaway
"This is one of the best properties we've stayed at outside of a resort. Its beautifully situated and has ample space for a family of 15 age ranging from 8 to 84. Kids and adults enjoyed the fun activities and the heated pool. We had smores every evening at the outdoor fireplace while Grandma enjoyed ..."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course
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Popular places to visit

University of Missouri featuring heritage architecture, a park and street scenes

University of Missouri

4.5/5(449 reviews)

Walk around the campus of University of Missouri, a top college in Columbia. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

University of Missouri
Lake of the Ozarks

Lake of the Ozarks

4.5/5(330 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake of the Ozarks during your travels in Camdenton. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Lake of the Ozarks
Ha Ha Tonka State Park which includes caves and forest scenes as well as a family

Ha Ha Tonka State Park

4.5/5(102 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ha Ha Tonka State Park during your travels to Camdenton. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Ha Ha Tonka State Park
University of Central Missouri

University of Central Missouri

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Central Missouri, during your trip to Warrensburg. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the live music in this family-friendly area.

University of Central Missouri
Missouri State Capitol featuring a fountain, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Missouri State Capitol

4/5(85 reviews)

Missouri State Capitol is just one of the places to see in Jefferson City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Missouri State Capitol
Nice place to visit.

Warm Springs Ranch

5/5(13 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Warm Springs Ranch during your stay in Boonville. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

Warm Springs Ranch