Missouri

From charming city skylines to lush green hills, Missouri has several underrated attractions for every kind of tourist. And this page is your guide to learning about them all. Read through some food facts or find some tips on how to navigate through the popular Kansas City. Everything you need for your next trip to Missouri is right here!

Don’t forget to check the USA page for more guides on the rest of the United States!

Fast Facts — Travel Tips — Featured Posts

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Fast Facts

Geography and Population

• Missouri is nestled between eight different states near the heart of the country
• Missouri’s geography is widely diverse, with largely flat plains and prairies covering the north and the rolling green hills of the Ozark Mountains in the south
• There are just over 6 million people who call Missouri home

Major Cities

• Kansas City, which Missouri shares with the state of Kansas to the west, is the most populated city in the state, with just over 500,000 people residing there. 2.2 million people live in the Kansas City metropolitan area
• St. Louis is the second most populated city in the state, with 286,000 people living in the city and 2.8 million people living in the greater metropolitan area
• In addition to Kansas City and St. Louis, Springfield and Branson are also popular with travelers and tourists

States Staples

• Missouri was founded on 10 August 1821 and was the 24th state to enter the Union
• The capital of Missouri is Jefferson City
• The state nickname of Missouri is The Show-Me State
• Missouri is well-known for its delicious barbecue and tender ribs
• I’ve heard toasted ravioli is another Missouri staple, although I’ve never actually had it
• I’ve also heard that jazz music is unparalleled here and I have to agree that the best jazz music I’ve ever heard came from a Missouri jazz bar
• Bluegrass and ragtime were also popularized here

My Favorites and More

• Kansas City is one of my favorite places for a weekend getaway. It’s a lively city that doesn’t ever feel too hectic. And while there are certainly many niche places to experience Kansas and Kansas City culture — like barbecue joints and jazz bars — there are also brunch restaurants and shopping centers that make it feel just like any other big city.

If you have more questions about Missouri, feel free to leave them in the comments section down below!

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Travel Tips

Kansas City

Kansas City is a staple city to see here in the Midwest. It offers visitors limitless entertainment options, a fun foods and craft cocktail scene, shopping centers, and many more activities and attractions to fill up any itinerary.

Driving is the best and easiest way to get around here, with limited options for public transportation available. Accommodation options on the other hand are plenty, from luxury to budget stays.

Kansas City welcomes visitors to experience a wealth of activities and attractions. You could try one of the many local coffee shops or cheer on one of the city’s dynamic sports teams. Entertainment can be expensive here, so make sure to budget for it. You could always split the costs with your travel buddy. But traveling solo is just as fun too.

A full guide on traveling through Kansas City is coming to the blog soon.

St. Louis

St. Louis is another popular place to visit in this area. While not as busy as the vibrant Kansas City, St. Louis still captivates everyone who passes through.

Driving is also the best and easiest way to get around St. Louis. Accommodations are plentiful in and around the center of the city. On your next trip to St. Louis, make sure to see the prominent Gateway Arch. This towering steel arch, the focal feature of Gateway Arch National Park, is the most recognized landmark here in St. Louis and viewing the structure — or even riding to the top — is something you’ll want to add to list of things to do.

Branson and the Ozarks

Missouri isn’t just home to sprawling cities. The southern section of the state actually houses rolling green hills and mountains known as the Ozarks. Immerse yourself in nature through hiking experiences and camping trips. There’s plenty of land here to come and visit.

The Ozarks are also home to a few cities, Branson being one of the most toured by travelers in the area. Branson brings exciting entertainment to this part of the woods. There are theatre shows, interactive museums, arcades and amusement parks, and so much more. It’s the perfect blend of bright lights and serene sights. Keep in mind that this is a more expensive area to visit, what with all the shops and businesses vying for your attention. And a car is an absolute necessity for getting around.

Route 66

Missouri is the second of eight states Route 66 passes through. It offers road trippers many common stops in cities like St. Louis, but also many quieter towns in areas like Stanton and Joplin. Explore established attractions, but don’t forget to take the time to veer off the main roads and really delve into the rare and interesting ones too, like cave tours and oddity shops. It’ll leave you with a different impression of Missouri, with memories that’ll last a lifetime.

Check back to the blog for a full guide on traveling on Route 66, coming soon.

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