Top rated Tourist attractions in Jefferson City

Experience the best that Jefferson City has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 20 places from Tourist attraction category.

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Glenmore Mansion
Museum
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Enjoyed the Candlelight Christmas tour with the family. Lots of local history. Kids enjoyed the mouse scavenger hunt and cookies at the end of the tour. Cash recommended for tickets purchase, but they did allow us to make a donation online in place of tickets.
4.80 (121 reviews)
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Missouri State Penitentiary
Tourist attraction
Imposing prison complex dating to the 1800s, with tours of its cell blocks, yard & gas chamber.
4.70 (1.6K reviews)
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Missouri State Capitol
State government office
Iconic circa-1826 government building, open for tours & with a state-history museum showing relics.
4.70 (744 reviews)
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Jefferson City Memorial Park
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ We spent 2.5 hours here. Clean covered area with tables for our snack. The water was fun. We had a great time. Play ground was awesome. Restroom was clean. We brought our dog on a leash.
4.70 (578 reviews)
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Missouri State Museum
Museum
History museum in the state capitol showing Missouri's natural & cultural development.
4.70 (396 reviews)
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Museum of Missouri Military History
Museum
πŸ‘πŸ‘ You have to get a tour from Charles, the historian in charge. He can lead you through the exhibits and is a walking storybook. Especially have him walk you through the cargo plane outside. Just message ahead of time via fb page. No charge. Donations only. Handicap parking and accessible. Accommodat...
4.70 (226 reviews)
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Katy Trail - North Jefferson City Trailhead
State park
Section of 238-mi. state park trail along a former railroad, popular with cyclists, hikers & riders.
4.70 (165 reviews)
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Lewis and Clark Monument
Monument
Prominent memorial honoring famous explorers in a serene space with waterfalls & landscaping.
4.70 (35 reviews)
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McKay Park
Park
20.4-acre green space with a lakeside fitness trail, basketball court, bank fishing & picnic tables.
4.50 (559 reviews)
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Ellis-Porter Park
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ It's a beautiful park and a little swimming pool. It has several paved paths to follow if you are looking for a great place to walk.
4.50 (490 reviews)
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Jefferson Landing State Historic Site
Historical landmark
Museum featuring changing exhibits of the state's history, art & culture in the State Capitol.
4.50 (92 reviews)
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Mossy Creek Station
Park
πŸ‘ Great way to spend a Saturday night. Band had some good songs. Good bbq from Bubba Q. Everyone seemed to be having a great time.
4.50 (49 reviews)
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McClung Park
Park
Enduring park built in 1915 by prison inmates, featuring a pavilion for live events & play areas.
4.40 (226 reviews)
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Roy Harmon Park
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Came here growing up. Now bringing my grandchildren. Great pool. Great kids who work there. We love it. 4 of us for 20$. Prices being what they are it's great
4.40 (59 reviews)
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McClung Park Indoor Pavilion
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ A little hard to find if you come from the north and the signage isn't there to support finding out.
4.40 (36 reviews)
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Centennial Park
Park
4.30 (176 reviews)
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North Jefferson City Recreation Area
City park
πŸ‘ Great park, had lots of fun. Just wish the bathroom situation was better. Only had a couple portapotties.
4.30 (141 reviews)
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Hough Park
Park
Park bordered by wooded areas offering a lake for canoeing & catching catfish, sunfish & bass.
4.30 (105 reviews)
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Quigg Commons
Park
😐 Formerly a serene oasis, the park's charm is now dulled by poor maintenance. Spring is ideal for a visit, with blooming beauty. Enjoyable picnic pavilions add to the experience.
4.30 (36 reviews)
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Mossy Creek Wildlife Viewing Area
Wildlife refuge
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Beautiful spot, used the telescope to take an awesome picture of this blue heron.
4.20 (99 reviews)
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