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 Sycamore Creek Golf Club and Osage Beach Premium Outlets.

Shawnee Bend
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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
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Rolla Downtown Historic District

While Rolla Downtown Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Allgood-Bailey Stadium and Lions Club Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rolla Downtown Historic District
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SaddleBrook

While SaddleBrook isn't home to many top sights, Truman Reservoir and Truman Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.

SaddleBrook
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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
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO

2.5 out of 5
2500 I 70 Dr Sw, Columbia, MO
The price is NZ$119 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$119
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (496 reviews)
"Clean room totally adequate for one night. Pet friendly. External building and internal woodwork and bathrooms outdated. Had to ask for “Do not disturb “ sign for my room door to comply with their pet policy and a cable tv guide for TV which I think should be standard room info. I didn’t expect more ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
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 NZ$238 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$238
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jefferson City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.8/10 (1,020 reviews)
"Within a 5-10 minute walk of the Capitol grounds and good restaurants."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Capitol Plaza Hotel Jefferson City
Lodge Of Four Seasons Golf Resort, Marina & Spa

Lodge Of Four Seasons Golf Resort, Marina & Spa

4 out of 5
315 Four Seasons Dr., Lake Ozark, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$203 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
NZ$203
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lake Ozark. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,039 reviews)
"Our stay was okay. The main lodge was lovely, the restaurants were quite good. In our room however, it was quite apparent that there were not pressure balancing valves in the shower. A number of times during my shower the water temperature would change from where I wanted it, to extremely hot or ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Lodge Of Four Seasons Golf Resort, Marina & Spa
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
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in St. Robert. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (289 reviews)
"A convenient stay, good nights rest"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Osage Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Lake of the Ozarks and Bagnell Dam ...
10/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time! Ages 5-74 and everyone was entertained on this property. Host was very responsive. Beautiful home with a lot of room! We are hoping to book again!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course
Point View Resort

Point View Resort

3 out of 5
1630 Vacation Lane, Camdenton, MO
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Camdenton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Lake of the Ozarks and Lake Breeze ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
"Great location; very scenic; clean rooms; lots of water items (kayaks, paddle boards, water trampoline) available, along with community grills. Not close to restaurants, so bring your own food. Wish we could have stayed more than one night! We definitely want to return!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Point View Resort
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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