North Central Columbia Travel Guide
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Columbia College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Columbia College during your trip to Columbia. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

University of Missouri
Take a tour of the stunning botanical gardens interspersed with the eclectic range of neo-Gothic and redbrick structures in this historic university.

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
Delve into the cool cave, meander through dense forests and climb to the peaks for panoramic views over scenic valleys.

Shelter Gardens
Bring a chair for a summer recital, walk beside the stream and sit at the desk of an old schoolroom in this intriguing park.

Daniel Boone Regional Library
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.

Stephens Lake Park
You can learn about the history of Columbia when you stop by Stephens Lake Park. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in North Central Columbia

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
"Great place. Great location"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
"Great location, clean rooms, great breakfast and “kick back” evening food/drinks!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
"A real nice place to stay. Couldn’t have been better."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia
"Great stay. Very nice. Would totally come back if ever there again."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
"Very comfortable beds!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia
"The rooms were very clean and the gym was the biggest and best I have ever experienced in my travels. The location was great and the staff were very helpful and courteous!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
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Thornbrook
When in Thornbrook, you can plan a visit to Shelter Gardens and Mizzou Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
