Central Missouri
Travel Guide
Visit Central Missouri
Where to stay in Central Missouri
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.
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.
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.
Cartwright Cove
If you're spending some time in Cartwright Cove, Lake of the Ozarks is a top sight worth visiting.
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.
SaddleBrook
While SaddleBrook isn't home to many top sights, Truman Reservoir and Harry S Truman Reservoir are some notable places to visit nearby.
Capitol Plaza Hotel Jefferson City
The room was clean, and the staff was very friendly. The location is the selling point, with its walking distance to the Capitol, but the hotel needs a remodel.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
Bed was amazing. We both slept wonderful in the king size bed. Nice quiet setting. Breakfast was great. It’s located close to several businesses and to campus.
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
Yes
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026
All Towne Suites
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026
Point View Resort
Every thing is good 👍
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Lake Breeze Resort
Access road in need of repair. Parking space difficult to negotiate. Good location, comfortable, quiet, and met our expectations.
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Check Central Missouri hotel availability
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.
Bagnell Dam
You can learn about the history of Lakeside with a visit to Bagnell Dam. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.
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.
University of Central Missouri
Take a campus tour or just explore the area 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 State Capitol
Ascend to the dome for a wonderful vista and browse the range of fascinating public art in this important state building.
Missouri State Fairgrounds
Take the family on an outing to Missouri State Fairgrounds during your trip to Sedalia. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Things to do
Crystal Cave Gold Adventure Tour and Dino Trail
History Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Night Ghost Tour of Pythian Castle in Springfield Missouri
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Ashland Hotels
- Auxvasse Hotels
- Hotels near BigSurf Waterpark
- Blackwater Hotels
- Bland Hotels
- Boonville Hotels
- Accor Hotels in California
- California Hotels
- Camdenton Hotels
- Chalets in Central Missouri
- Hotels with connecting rooms in Central Missouri
- Hotels with free airport shuttle in Central Missouri
- Motels in Central Missouri
- Cole Camp Hotels
- Boutique Hotels in Columbia
- Budget Hotels in Columbia
- Columbia Hotels
- All Inclusive Hotels and Resorts in Missouri
- Beach Resorts in Missouri
- Hotels with Swimming Pools in Missouri
- Missouri Hotels
- Eldon Hotels
- Resorts in Eldon
- Fulton Hotels
- Gravois Mills Hotels
- Greenview Hotels
- Hartsburg Hotels
- Jefferson City Hotels
- Kaiser Hotels
- Motels in Kaiser
- Hotels with Spa in Kingdom City
- Kingdom City Hotels
- B&B in Lake Ozark
- Condo Rentals in Lake Ozark
- Hotels with Hot Tubs in Lake Ozark
- Lake Ozark Hotels
- Lakeview Hotels
- Laurie Hotels
- Resorts in Laurie
- Linn Creek Hotels
- Linn Hotels
- Loose Creek Hotels
- Hotels near Lyceum Theatre
- Mexico Hotels
- Villas in Missouri
- Montreal Hotels
- Newburg Hotels
- Condo Rentals in Osage Beach
- Cottages in Osage Beach
- Private Holiday Homes in Osage Beach
- Osage Beach Hotels
- Owensville Hotels
- Richland Hotels
- Roach Hotels
- Rocheport Hotels
- Sedalia Hotels
- Gay friendly Hotels in St. Robert
- St. Robert Hotels
- Stover Hotels
- Sunrise Beach Hotels
- Tipton Hotels
- Hotels near University of Missouri
- Versailles Hotels
- Village of Four Seasons Hotels
- Waynesville Hotels
- Wooldridge Hotels
- Flights to Central Missouri
- Flights to Columbia
- Flights to Lake Ozark
- Flights to Missouri
- Flights from Columbia Regional
- Flights from Missouri
- Flights from Meta
- Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Columbia (COU)
- Flights from Atmautluak (ATT) to Columbia (COU)
- Flights from Seoul (ICN) to Columbia (COU)
- Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Columbia (COU)
- Flights from Tulsa (RVS) to Lake Of The Ozarks (AIZ)
- Flights from Savannah (SAV) to Osage Beach (OSB)
- Flights from Singapore (SIN) to Columbia (COU)
