Central Missouri
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Where to stay in Central Missouri

Shawnee Bend
While Shawnee Bend isn't home to many top sights, Sycamore Creek Golf Club and Osage Beach Premium Outlets are some notable places to visit nearby.

Laguna Beach
Though Laguna Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Rally Karts and Osage Beach Premium Outlets.

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.

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

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

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.

Capitol Plaza Hotel Jefferson City
Central location, older Hotel. We stay here when visiting relatives
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
I would stay here again, but it wouldn't be my first choice. When we first moved into the room, the light was burned out over the sink and the toilet won't refill. Worse, they appeared to have a sixth grade girls basketball team staying there for the weekend and they thought it was perfectly acceptable ...
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
Clean, updated, great staff
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

All Towne Suites
Went to St. Robert for my daughter's Graduation from the Army AIT school. The apartment was definitely worth it. It's like a little studio. Definitely met all my expectations.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Point View Resort

Lake Breeze Resort
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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 find out about the history of Lakeside with a trip to Bagnell Dam. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

University of Central Missouri
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.

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 coffeehouses.

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

Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri






