Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Take a tour of the stunning botanical gardens interspersed with the eclectic range of neo-Gothic and redbrick structures in this historic university.
You can learn about the history of Columbia with a visit to Stephens Lake Park. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Get to the heart of the community through the book sales and clubs in this central library. Enjoy a cup of coffee as you read.
Bring a chair for a summer recital, walk beside the stream and sit at the desk of an old schoolroom in this intriguing park.
Though Missouri Heart Institute might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Columbia while you are here.
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Stephens College, during your travels in Columbia. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
