What to do in Missouri

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Missouri travel guide

Missouri State Capitol which includes an administrative building and heritage architecture

Titanic Museum which includes a statue or sculpture, interior views and heritage elements

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts showing theatre scenes and interior views

Top places to visit

1. Table Rock Lake

Outdoor recreation for all ages beckons visitors to the clean waters and serpentine coastline of Table Rock Lake. From land or water, this is an ideal place to experience the natural delights of Missouri’s Ozarks.

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Enjoy walking and watersports, go camping, spot wildlife and try fishing for trout while surrounded by stunning landscapes at this sprawling artificial lake.

2. Gateway Arch

The Gateway Arch is St. Louis’ most recognizable landmark. The 630-foot (192-meter) high stainless steel archway looms high over downtown. Climb to the top for breath-taking 360-degree views of the city. There’s a museum, educational cinema, gift shop and gourmet food store inside the arch.

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Gateway Arch featuring modern architecture, a city and a skyscraper

3. Worlds of Fun

Worlds of Fun has a theme based on Around the World in Eighty Days, the famous 1873 adventure novel Jules Verne. The park winds its way through Scandinavia, Africa, Americana, The Orient and Europa. Along the way you’ll be treated to roller coasters, giant swings and Planet Snoopy, a special section for children.

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Worlds of Fun which includes rides and a garden

4. Branson Landing

Branson Landing is a mall overlooking Lake Taneycomo, with a spectacular design and a great range of activities. Its shopping and dining options are extensive, while the fountains and light displays are impressive as evening falls. Stroll along the shopping center’s majestic boardwalk to watch the fountain shows.

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Stunning water jets rise through fire to choreographed music next to the riverside boardwalk of an impressive shopping center full of treats and fun activities.

5. Silver Dollar City

Silver Dollar City is a thrilling amusement park with a late 19th-century theme that induces nostalgia and charm. It is known for its clean and friendly setting, with plenty of food and shopping options. Bring the whole family to indulge in the thrilling sensations of the roller coasters, water rides and caves.

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Silver Dollar City featuring rides as well as a small group of people

What to do in Missouri

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GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Catch an event at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Busch Stadium

Catch an event at Busch Stadium during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.

St. Louis Union Station

You can learn about the local history of St. Louis when you make a stop at a well-known site like St. Louis Union Station. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.

Table Rock Lake

Enjoy walking and watersports, go camping, spot wildlife and try fishing for trout while surrounded by stunning landscapes at this sprawling artificial lake.

Gateway Arch

Enjoy 360-degree views and learn about the history of St. Louis at this world-famous landmark.

Worlds of Fun

Ride roller coasters, get wet on the water slides and explore the world in a day at this family amusement park.

Branson Landing

Stunning water jets rise through fire to choreographed music next to the riverside boardwalk of an impressive shopping center full of treats and fun activities.

Silver Dollar City

Attend an old bluegrass or country music concert in this 1880s-style theme park full of exhilarating rides, intriguing shows and a friendly atmosphere.

Kauffman Stadium

Catch an event at Kauffman Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Explore areas of Missouri

Downtown St. Louis

4/5(42 area reviews)

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown St. Louis. A visit to Gateway Arch or Busch Stadium might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at 8th and Pine Station or Stadium Station to get around town.

Union Station showing landscape views, a city and a park

Downtown Kansas City

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Immerse yourself in rich arts culture, marvel at numerous fountains, and indulge in upscale shopping and local cuisine. Explore the Power and Light District, Crossroads Arts District, and River Market, while enjoying easy access to public transportation.

Branson Theater District

4/5(19 area reviews)

Travelers to Branson Theater District praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Tanger Outlets and Branson's Promised Land Zoo.

Country Club Plaza

Designed in Baroque Revival and Moorish Revival style, this upscale shopping center boasts high-end stores like Tiffany & Co. and Michael Kors, alongside European-inspired architecture, statues, and fountains. Luxury hotels and hidden parking add to the experience.

Branson Meadows

While visiting Branson Meadows, you might make a stop by sights like The Mansion and Sight and Sound Theatres.

Clayton

Visitors often come to Clayton for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary and Shaw Park Tennis Center. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Clayton Station.

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