Title: Shelter Gardens in Columbia - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Shelter Gardens Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Shelter-Gardens-Hotels.0-l553248621561876602-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Columbia](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Columbia.d901.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Shelter Gardens Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Shelter-Gardens.d553248621561876602.Car-Rental-Guide)[Columbia Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Columbia.d901.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Shelter Gardens Tours and Activities ![Shelter Gardens which includes a cascade and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561876602/28842c44-19aa-47ee-a02b-7111478f7221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shelter Gardens featuring a fountain and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561876602/d1047986-0f1c-432e-b6f1-c864f155616b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shelter Gardens which includes a park and wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561876602/b4d9171d-c754-46a6-8eb9-392561b0ce4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shelter Gardens showing a garden and street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561876602/80c0ac5d-2bea-46b5-acb1-9a8e823677df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shelter Gardens showing a park and wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561876602/1867bfe0-f891-4dc3-806d-666bbd22e902.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Shelter Gardens Activities [Columbia travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Columbia.dx901) --- --- #### Bring a chair for a summer recital, walk beside the stream and sit at the desk of an old schoolroom in this intriguing park. The Shelter Gardens is a serene and picturesque botanical garden that serves as a venue for concerts and weddings. The 5-acre (2-hectare) park is also a popular gathering spot for students, amateur photographers and scientists scrutinizing the diverse array of vegetation. Take photos of some of the 300 types of trees and 15,000 plants that decorate the large garden. Marvel at the innovative arrangement of the sensory garden, intended for the visually impaired. The exhibit allows you to feel the texture of leaves and bark and smell the aromas of herbs and flowers. Enjoy a picnic on the lawn and listen to the relaxing sounds of the waterfall. A reflecting pool and a stream also lie beside the many objects that adorn these stunning gardens. Stroll along the paved paths to encounter the tranquil rock garden and consider its harmonious aesthetic order. The park’s huge sundial is nestled in well-trimmed hedges. Reflect at the Vietnam Veterans memorial in this peaceful park. See the gazebo and the restored one-room school, where your children can sit at the desks and play pretend school. Kids will also love the charming fish pond, where they can spot colorful koi among other aquatic creatures. Look for rabbits hiding behind the bushes and squirrels scurrying along the tree branches. Cross the quaint bridge over the stream and inspect the brilliant red petals in the rose garden. Attend one of the free musical concerts held in this scenic park on Sundays in June and July. The garden, which is free to enter, opens daily from early morning until early evening. The Shelter Gardens is a little west of the center of Columbia. Drive northwest from the University of Missouri for 2 miles (3 kilometers) to get here in less than 10 minutes. See nearby sights, such as Clary-Shy Community Park, Columbia Mall and Fairview Park. ## Plan a trip to see Shelter Gardens Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The Knight Center at Washington University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38720000/38711900/38711810/a9bf89ab_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Knight Center at Washington University CA $1,028 per person Apr 20 - Apr 23 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YYZ) to St. Louis (STL) 9.4/10 Exceptional! (496 reviews) Great place to stay on campus. Extremely helpful and friendly staff you don’t typically find at the chain hotels. Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026 ![The Wildwood Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1770000/1768200/1768149/035dee6c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Wildwood Hotel CA $1,127 per person Apr 20 - Apr 23 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YYZ) to St. Louis (STL) 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,620 reviews) Clean - hot tub was really small - pool area was very loud - there were people down the hall that were loud and we heard doors opening and closing most of the night Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 ![ The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/465800/465749/9bee4fd7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis Central West End CA $1,216 per person Apr 20 - Apr 23 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YYZ) to St. Louis (STL) 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Dust in bathroom baseboards and on TV’s. 80 dollars for overnight parking with hotel or 40 with parking garage. Room service is convenient but a bit overpriced. Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![Columbia showing outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919227137/20255657-18f6-425e-99d0-2f702c772c27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Daniel Boone Regional Library Get to the heart of the community through the book sales and clubs in this central library. Enjoy a cup of coffee as you read. [](https://expedia.ca/Daniel-Boone-Regional-Library-Columbia.d553248635919227137.Vacation-Attraction) ![Columbia, Missouri, USA downtown city skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168175/92031a32-e71d-4ee0-a831-d7e0fd63d847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbia College Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Columbia College, during your travels in Columbia. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. 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