| Stunning scenery, big-city excitement, and small-town charm ... music, arts, history and heritage ... it all awaits in Missouri ... Where the Rivers Run. |
Missouri is home to first-class hotels, professional sports, museums, amusement parks, music and more in our metropolitan areas. And the variety of delicious cuisine is second to none — from famous barbecue in Kansas City to the tantalizing treats of the Italian neighborhood of The Hill in St. Louis — there's something for everyone.
We'll take you to the ends of the earth ... well, almost. Explore our underground caves — one in which you can even scuba dive — and soar to the top of the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, the nation's tallest man-made monument. If outdoor activities are what you're looking for, enjoy thrilling white water rapids or relaxing floating and canoeing on our clear Ozarks streams.
Whether you are an avid cyclist, a history buff or a nature lover, planning a bike tour along the 225-mile long Katy Trail is a perfect option for the active vacationer. History buffs can delight in exploring the small towns that once thrived along the railroad corridor and go back in time as they travel between St. Charles and Boonville, an official segment of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. From both underground and above, Missouri provides an exhilarating adventure for the active vacationer. Nicknamed "The Cave State," Missouri's hills and valleys are home to a maze of over 5,000 caves that challenge advanced spelunkers, and 22 caves with guided tours for the less adventurous.With over 30 rivers and creeks across Missouri's Ozarks region, more than 90 state lakes and the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, Missouri offers a full array of water-based activities for the active, water-loving vacationer.
Delight your family with a visit to any one of Missouri's many unique destinations and attractions. From city skyline to rural charm, Missouri offers just what you're looking for. Discover the nightlife that's made St. Louis and Kansas City famous.
Explore the beautiful state parks and waterways. Or simply escape to the rolling country roads of Missouri's wine country and see for yourself why Missouri is recognized internationally for its award-winning vintages.
In Missouri, memories are made daily. No matter what you choose to do on your vacation, you'll be sure to find a whole new experience around every corner.
Local Kansas City Attractions Include:
- The Plaza and Crown Center; offering premium shopping and dining experiences
- Antique, Gift, & Specialty Shops
- The Nelson-Atkins Art Museum
- The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
- City Market
- The Miniature Toy Museum
- The Arabia Ship Museum
- The Kansas City Museum
- Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and home
- Swope Park including the Zoo, Nature Center, Imax and Starlight Theaters
- Truman Sports Complex including Kaufman and Arrowhead Stadiums
- Riverboat Casinos
- Worlds of Fun & Oceans of Fun
- Many fine restaurants to suite your culinary tastes
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Awaiting your arrival is your own private, decoratively painted, Swiss chalet nestled in a wooded forest next to a running brook. Following a rock-laden path through a Victorian iron gated garden, you enter a fully-equipped kitchen. The harvest table seats eight comfortably in a room creatively decorated with complimentary colors of blue and yellow floral prints. The setting is a feast for your senses.
