Central Missouri, MO
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Where to stay in Central Missouri

Shawnee Bend
While Shawnee Bend isn't home to many top sights, Osage Beach Premium Outlets and Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Central Columbia
While North Central Columbia isn't home to many top sights, The District Downtown Columbia and Daniel Boone Regional Library are some notable places to visit nearby.

Laguna Beach
Though Laguna Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Rally Karts and Osage Beach Premium Outlets.

Buckingham Estates
When in Buckingham Estates, you can plan a visit to Ozarks Amphitheater and Bridal Cave, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

SaddleBrook
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in SaddleBrook and surrounding area, you can visit Truman Reservoir and Harry S Truman Reservoir.

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
Staff was nice
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
Clean room, clean hotel, great staff, great breakfast buffet & 5:30 kick back meal.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia
Everything was clean and the staff was very on top of it!
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

All Towne Suites
We needed a clean space to stay for a couple of nights while waiting on our soldier and this met our needs.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Point View Resort
The cabin was very clean, the bed was comfy and the pillows were soft. It stayed well heated through our cold stay, even had to crack a window in the bedroom as the heater works extremely well which is adjustable. The desk lady was very nice and helpful. We will be going back!
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Lake Breeze Resort
Wonderful people. Really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
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.

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
Explore the campus 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.

Montauk State Park
You can take time to visit Montauk State Park during your travels to Salem. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Fort Leonard Wood
After visiting Fort Leonard Wood, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Robert. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Gateway Arch National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

St Louis Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows

Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/ Arch & River Cruise

Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App

Saint Louis Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
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