Dillard Mill State Historic Site in Crawford County, Missouri, preserves a striking red water-powered gristmill built between 1904 and 1908 by Polish immigrants Emil and Mary Mischke on Huzzah Creek, replacing an earlier 1850s mill destroyed by fire.
Pomme de Terre State Park in Missouri spans 734 acres across two areas on the shores of the 7,800-acre Pomme de Terre Lake in Hickory County, created by a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dam completed in 1961, featuring forested hills, rugged Springfield Plateau terrain, glades, savannas, and clear waters ideal for bass, walleye, catfish, crappie, and muskie fishing.
Battle of Athens State Historic Site in Missouri spans over 400 acres along the Des Moines River near Revere in Clark County, preserving the site of the northernmost Civil War battle west of the Mississippi, fought on August 5, 1861, where about 500 Union Home Guards under Col.
The Missouri State Museum, located in the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City, offers an engaging look at the state's natural and cultural history through diverse exhibits.
Century Casino & Hotel Caruthersville is a modern 94,000-square-foot land-based casino and hotel in Caruthersville, Missouri, along the Mississippi River, owned by VICI Properties and operated by Century Casinos since its rebranding from Lady Luck.
Graham Cave State Park in Missouri covers 386 acres in Montgomery County near I-70, centered around its namesake Graham Cave—a massive sandstone shelter with a 120-foot-wide, 60-foot-high entrance used by Native American hunter-gatherers as early as 10,000 years ago, where archaeologists found artifacts like arrowheads, pottery, and spears.
Table Rock State Park in Missouri spans 356 acres across Taney and Stone counties on Table Rock Lake, near Branson in the Ozarks, providing easy access to the reservoir's clear waters and over 800 miles of shoreline formed by Table Rock Dam.
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, Missouri, is a stunning example of Romanesque and Byzantine architecture, designed by the firm Barnett, Haynes & Barnett with construction beginning in 1907 and completion of the main structure in 1914.
The Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre in Branson, Missouri is a vibrant performing arts venue known for hosting a variety of live shows including the internationally acclaimed Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai.
The Springfield Conservation Nature Center in Missouri encompasses 80 acres of natural Ozark landscapes within the city limits of Springfield, offering three miles of well-maintained hiking trails that wind through diverse terrains including forests, prairies, and wetlands.
Meramec State Park, located near Sullivan, Missouri, covers nearly 7,000 acres along the scenic Meramec River, featuring majestic bluffs, richly wooded areas, and more than 40 caves including the famous Fisher Cave.
Arrow Rock State Historic Site in Missouri preserves a well-preserved 19th-century river town along the Missouri River in Saline County, known as the gateway to Boone's Lick Country and a key crossing point for the Santa Fe Trail starting in the 1820s.
Missouri Mines State Historic Site in Park Hills, Missouri, preserves the legacy of lead mining in the Old Lead Belt, where mining has thrived since around 1720.
SEA LIFE Kansas City is an interactive aquarium featuring over 5,000 marine creatures across more than 11 exhibits, including a 180-degree underwater tunnel where visitors can walk beneath sharks, sea turtles, and stingrays for an immersive experience.
Pershing State Park in Missouri spans over 5,000 acres near Laclede in Linn County, showcasing a rare slice of pre-settlement prairie with meandering Locust Creek, expansive wetlands, marshes, shrub swamps, and bottomland forests of oak, hickory, and sycamore that draw birds, waterfowl, and wildlife.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City is an indoor family entertainment center located in the Crown Center complex, featuring over 2 million LEGO bricks and numerous interactive attractions for children aged 3 to 10.
Century Casino & Hotel Cape Girardeau, formerly Isle Casino Cape Girardeau, is Missouri's 13th casino located at 777 N Main Street in downtown Cape Girardeau along the Mississippi River.