7-Day Missouri Itinerary

Fly into St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).

Top Things to Do in St. Louis

• Visit the Gateway ArchRide to the top for amazing views.
• Eat on the McDonald's RiverboatA nostalgic dining experience on the Mississippi River.
• Catch a St. Louis Cardinals Game at Busch Stadium (Seasonal).
• Tour the Anheuser-Busch BreweryHome of Budweiser.
• Dinner at Pappy's SmokehouseFamous for St. Louis-style ribs.

Overnight in St. Louis.

Explore More of St. Louis.

Top Things to Do

• Visit the Missouri History MuseumLearn about the Lewis & Clark Expedition.
• Explore Forest ParkHome to the St. Louis Zoo (one of the best free zoos in the country!).
• Check Out City MuseumA giant playground for kids and adults alike.
• Take a Riverboat Cruise on the Mississippi.

Overnight in St. Louis.

Drive from St. Louis to Meramec Caverns (1.5 hours).

Top Things to Do

• Tour Meramec CavernsA famous cave system tied to Jesse James.
• Drive a Stretch of Historic Route 66Stop at quirky roadside attractions.
• Lunch at The FourWayA classic Route 66 diner.

Drive to Springfield, MO (2 hours).

Overnight in Springfield.

Explore Springfield, Missouri.

Top Things to Do

• Visit Wilson's Creek National BattlefieldA key Civil War site.
• Check Out the Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium.
• Stop by the Original Bass Pro ShopsThe Largest in the World!
• Dinner at Lambert's CafeHome of the "throwed rolls."

Overnight in Springfield.

Drive from Springfield to Branson (1 hour).

Top Things to Do in Branson

• See a Live Music ShowThe "Live Entertainment Capital of the World!"
• Explore Silver Dollar CityA Wild West-style theme park.
• Take a Boat Ride on Table Rock Lake.
• Dinner at Dolly Parton's StampedeA fun dinner show experience.

Overnight in Branson.

Drive from Branson to Lake of the Ozarks (2.5 hours).

Top Things to Do at Lake of the Ozarks

• Rent a Boat or Go Fishing on the Lake.
• Hike in Ha Ha Tonka State ParkSee castle ruins with a view!
• Explore Bridal CaveA Stunning Underground Lake Cave.
• Dinner at Baxter's Lakeside Grille.

Overnight at Lake of the Ozarks.

Drive from Lake of the Ozarks to St. Louis (3 hours).

Optional Stops Along the Way

• Visit Hermann, MOMissouri's wine country for a tasting.
• Stop at Daniel Boone Home in Defiance, MO.

Fly out of St. Louis (STL).