Central Missouri Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Central Missouri

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Shawnee Bend

Though Shawnee Bend may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Osage Beach Premium Outlets and Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park.

Shawnee Bend
WFO is located on the property of Inn at the Grand Glaize , Lake of the Ozarks. We rented Jet Ski's from these guys, really professional outfit. We got lost coming back to the doc, and werent penalised. Had a blast with them , Highly recommended , go Jet skiing on this body of water , well worth it.

Laguna Beach

While Laguna Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gran Rally Karts and Osage Beach Premium Outlets.

Laguna Beach
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North Central Columbia

North Central Columbia might not have many top sights, but The District Downtown Columbia and Daniel Boone Regional Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North Central Columbia
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Buckingham Estates

Though Buckingham Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ozarks Amphitheater and Bridal Cave.

Buckingham Estates
Lake of the Ozarks

Cartwright Cove

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

Cartwright Cove
Highway Truss Bridge Over a River with Bluffs and Colorful Fall

Gibson Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gibson Point and surrounding area, you can visit Possum Hollow Cove and Lick Branch Cove.

Gibson Point
Capitol Plaza Hotel Jefferson City

Capitol Plaza Hotel Jefferson City

3.5 out of 5
Jefferson City 415 W. McCarty St Jefferson City MO
The price is AU$176 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$176
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jefferson City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
They allowed pets, centrally located, breakfast was served in the morning, rooms are large and spacious.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Capitol Plaza Hotel Jefferson City
Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia

2.5 out of 5
2601 S Providence Rd Columbia MO
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,377 reviews)
Tired but great location and breakfast was good. Hotel needs a refresh but was very clean.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
Wyndham Executive Center Columbia

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia

3.5 out of 5
2200 I-70 Drive SW Columbia MO
The price is AU$182 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$182
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Didn’t go to the pool or use the laundry sevice

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
All Towne Suites

All Towne Suites

2 out of 5
250 Carmel Valley Way St. Robert MO
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in St. Robert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (343 reviews)
The managers are very nice, welcoming and wont bother you during your stay. Great if you just need a cheap place to sleep for a few days. The rooms also have fully functional kitchens with a stove, microwave, large fridge and utensils/plates. Bathroom is a little outdated but I think thats fair given ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

All Towne Suites
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 MO
Stay at this golf holiday home in Osage Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake of the Ozarks and Ozark Distillery ...
10/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
The lighthouse house is amazing house for a multi family get together as the bedrooms are spread out but there is spacious areas to gather & play games or watch TV in the comfortable theater room.It was cold & rainy several of the days we were there so pool wasn’t used but Hot tub was very nice. ...

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course
 Cozy Lake Front Cottage w/dock, perfect family retreat!

Cozy Lake Front Cottage w/dock, perfect family retreat!

Camdenton MO
Stay at this holiday home in Camdenton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bridal Cave and Ozarks Amphitheater are located ...
Cozy Lake Front Cottage w/dock, perfect family retreat!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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