Missouri's central region provides visitors with a variety of places to see and things to do.

Go biking, hiking, fishing and camping. Hunt. Play at 2 waterparks and amusement parks. Golf. Sail a boat. Dine at a fine restaurant. Visit historic sites, museums and art galleries. Shop at outlet stores, boutique and antique shops. Jet ski. Ride a horse. Bowl. Swim. Play tennis. Go parasailing. Spend a day at a spa or health club. Play games at an arcade. Tour scenic caves. Walk through beautiful flower gardens. See a play.  Watch wildlife. Listen to a concert. Go to a country music show. Enjoy nature in a state park. Sample wines at local vineyards.

The main cities are Columbia and Jefferson City. Lake Ozark is a major atttraction.

Highlights

• Big Surf Water Park - Lake of the Ozarks
• Caveman Barbecue and Steakhouse - dine in a cave - Richland
• Civil War Historic Landmarks
• Katy Trail State Park
• Jacob's Cave - Rte. 5  Versailles
• Lake of the Ozarks - cruises
• Music Festivals - Bluegrass, gospel, folk, Christian and Jazz
• Museums
• Ozark Caverns
• Route 66
• Missouri State Fairgrounds Sedalia
• Tan Tar A Resort - Golf, Marina and indoor Waterpark - Osage Beach
• Timber Falls Indoor Waterpark - Osage Beach
• Wineries