Your Gateway to Columbia's Top Attractions
Home to the state’s largest public university—renowned for its medical, veterinary, and law programs—Columbia blends academic excellence with a thriving cultural scene in the heart of mid-Missouri. Explore scenic trails and parks, visit the University of Missouri, Columbia, catch a Mizzou Tigers game, sample local craft beer, and enjoy locally inspired eateries. There's no shortage of things to do in Columbia.
University of Missouri, Columbia
Founded in 1839, Mizzou was the first public university west of the Mississippi. Today, with more than 30,000 students, it's the state's largest university and is one of only six public universities nationwide to have its medical, veterinary and law schools on the same campus.
Distance: 2.9 miles
MKT Katy Trail
Find railroad history on the MKT Katy Trail and its 237 mile stretch across Missouri. Follow Lewis and Clark's path up the Missouri River, where you can ride or walk beneath river bluffs and then stroll through peaceful farmland and small-town Americana to experience our railroading past.
Distance: 6.1 miles
Rock Bridge State Park
Experience Rock Bridge State Park where you can scramble, hike and bicycle through nature, plus get a special peek into Missouri's underworld. Head out on some of the state's most popular hiking trails and explore its large cave system with a rock bridge and underground streams.
Distance: 7.2 miles
The District Downtown
A live/work/play neighborhood, the District blends tradition and high tech to offer the latest trends in fashion, food and the arts. Find over 300 properties, 5000 residences and 600 businesses, non-profits and government entities in 50 exciting city blocks.
Distance: 2.9 miles
Les Bourgeois Winery
Renowned for its spectacular bluff-top view of the Missouri River Valley, Les Bourgeois Winery is one of mid-Missouri's premiere attractions. Family owned and operated since 1985, it offers a vineyard Tasting Room, Gift Shop, Bistro and scenic picnic spots.
Distance: 15.1 miles