Highest-rated things to do in Missouri, according to Tripadvisor
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Indeed, even if you've lived in Missouri your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Missouri reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Missouri using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Missouri, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. Runaway Mountain Coaster
- Rating: 5/5 (1,991 reviews)
- Address: 935 State Highway 165 Branson, Missouri
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#29. Branson Landing
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,689 reviews)
- Address: 100 Branson Landing Blvd. Branson, Missouri
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#28. Little Opry Theater
- Rating: 5/5 (714 reviews)
- Address: 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy IMAX Entertainment Complex Branson, Missouri
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#27. Ha Ha Tonka State Park
- Rating: 5/5 (858 reviews)
- Address: 1491 State Road D Camdenton, Missouri
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#26. Rockcliffe Mansion (Tours)
- Rating: 5/5 (914 reviews)
- Address: 1000 Bird St. Hannibal, Missouri
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#25. Kauffman Stadium
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,598 reviews)
- Address: 1 Royal Way Kansas City, Missouri
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#24. Saint Louis Art Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,469 reviews)
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#23. Pierce Arrow
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,943 reviews)
- Address: 3069 Shepherd of the Hills Expy Branson, Missouri
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#22. Jerry Presley's God and Country Theaters
- Rating: 5/5 (1,761 reviews)
- Address: 1840 West 76 Country Blvd. Branson, Missouri
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#21. Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum
- Rating: 5/5 (1,521 reviews)
- Address: 500 West US Highway 24 Independence, Missouri
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#20. Missouri State Penitentiary
- Rating: 5/5 (1,439 reviews)
- Address: 115 Lafayette St. Jefferson City, Missouri
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#19. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,583 reviews)
- Address: 2038 West State Highway 86 Lampe, Missouri
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#18. College of the Ozarks
- Rating: 5/5 (3,174 reviews)
- Address: 1 Opportunity Ave. Point Lookout, Missouri
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#17. Forest Park
- Rating: 5/5 (2,497 reviews)
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#16. Arabia Steamboat Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,246 reviews)
- Address: 400 Grand Blvd. Kansas City, Missouri
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#15. Presleys' Country Jubilee
- Rating: 5/5 (1,899 reviews)
- Address: 2920 West 76 Country Blvd. Branson, Missouri
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#14. Grant's Farm
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,383 reviews)
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#13. Fantastic Caverns
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,156 reviews)
- Address: 4872 North Farm Road 125 Springfield, Missouri
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#12. Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
- Rating: 5/5 (3,120 reviews)
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#11. Busch Stadium
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,957 reviews)
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#10. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
- Rating: 5/5 (3,340 reviews)
- Address: 4525 Oak St. Kansas City, Missouri
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#9. City Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (6,709 reviews)
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#8. Silver Dollar City
- Rating: 4.5/5 (12,249 reviews)
- Address: 399 Silver Dollar City Parkway Branson, Missouri
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#7. Missouri Botanical Garden
- Rating: 5/5 (4,497 reviews)
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#6. St. Louis Zoo
- Rating: 4.5/5 (8,706 reviews)
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#5. Titanic Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (7,463 reviews)
- Address: 3235 West 76 Country Blvd. Branson, Missouri
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#4. The Gateway Arch
- Rating: 4.5/5 (12,730 reviews)
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#3. National WWI Museum and Memorial
- Rating: 5/5 (5,658 reviews)
- Address: 2 Memorial Drive Kansas City, Missouri
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#2. Sight & Sound Theatres
- Rating: 5/5 (8,405 reviews)
- Address: 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expy Branson, Missouri
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#1. The Haygoods
- Rating: 5/5 (9,262 reviews)
- Address: 3216 West Highway 76 Clay Cooper Theatre Branson, Missouri
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
