Title: Columbia Travel Guide: Best of Columbia, Missouri Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Columbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Hotels.d901.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Columbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Holiday-Rentals.d901.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Columbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Columbia.d901.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Columbia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Columbia.d901.Car-Hire-Guide)[Columbia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia.d901.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Columbia Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Missouri State Capitol which includes an administrative building, a fountain and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257633-Missouri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Columbia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257711-Central-Missouri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jefferson City showing heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257719-Central-Missouri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![University of Missouri which includes a garden, heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257708-Central-Missouri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Missouri State Capitol featuring a garden and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257723-Central-Missouri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Columbia Where to stay Things to do #### Encounter sinkholes and caves in the city’s outskirts and see the majestic buildings of the magnificent Red Campus in the historic university. Columbia is a lively town known for its university. It is considered one of the main college towns in the U.S. and has plenty of cultural events and activities year-round. Explore the two complementary parts of the diverse campus and head into the countryside for scenic state parks. The main attraction in Columbia is the University of Missouri, an impressive campus divided into two parts. Admire the historic brick structures that adorn the Red Campus, whose core is marked by the six columns of the Francis Quadrangle. Gaze up at the tall dome of the imposing 19th-century Jesse Hall. The other half of the college is the White Campus, which contains a range of neo-Gothic buildings, including the Memorial Union. Wander through the pleasant park areas of the university this campus doubles as a botanical garden. Enter the old schoolroom in the Shelter Gardens, where a stream flows beside eclectic floral displays. Use your senses of smell and touch in its sensory garden. Get around the downtown area by bus and take photos of the intriguing design of the Daniel Boone Regional Library. Attend one of Columbia’s many events, such as the True/False Film Festival in March and the Columbia Heritage Festival in September. Anticipate fairly wet and hot summers, when lightning storms provide exciting shows in the sky. Snow covers the charming university campus in winter. For a change of scenery, explore the pockmarked terrain of Rock Bridge Memorial State Park in the city’s southern outskirts. Delve into the Devil’s Icebox, a vast cave network through which a constant gush of cool air flows. The city is in the centre of Missouri, just north of the state capital, Jefferson City. It is between the very large cities of St. Louis and Kansas City. Fly into the Columbia Regional Airport. Drive north for 13 miles (21 kilometres) to get here in about 20 minutes. Columbia is a college town with fun events and picturesque parks. ### Where to stay in Columbia ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Central Columbia North Central Columbia might not have many top sights, but The District Downtown Columbia and Daniel Boone Regional Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-North-Central-Columbia.dx553248635976471662) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Thornbrook When in Thornbrook, you can plan a visit to Shelter Gardens and Mizzou Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Thornbrook.dx553248635976476810) - Top hotels in Columbia - Top Holiday Rentals in Columbia ![Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40200/40115/08435bc3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO 2500 I 70 Dr Sw, Columbia, MO £52 11 Nov - 12 Nov includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (513 reviews) "No comment" Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F11%2F2025&endDate=12%2F11%2F2025&selected=40115&PinnedHotelID=40115&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=901) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1658500/1658463/c8809092_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO 817 N Keene St, Columbia, MO £70 2 Nov - 3 Nov includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,645 reviews) "Stayed in town for an early morning appointment. This place was a great stay for the price. Rooms were clean!" 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Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F10%2F2025&endDate=28%2F10%2F2025&selected=22359&PinnedHotelID=22359&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=901) [See all 1,240 properties in Columbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F10%2F2025&endDate=18%2F10%2F2025®ionId=901) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Newly Renovated 3 Bedroom in the Heart of Columbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85660000/85654800/85654790/a981cdab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Newly Renovated 3 Bedroom in the Heart of Columbia Columbia Stay at this condo in Columbia. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bowden Park and Cosmo-Bethel park are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) "Beautiful condo and excellent location!" Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Hotels-Newly-Renovated-3-Bedroom-In-The-Heart-Of-Columbia.h85654790.Hotel-Information) ![Remodeled Home - Near Faurot Field!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82900000/82897200/82897165/7d4eff92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Remodeled Home - Near Faurot Field! Columbia, MO Stay at this holiday home in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Shelter Gardens and Daniel Boone Regional Library ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (32 reviews) "Cozy home with lots of beds and room. Very very quiet street in a beautiful neighborhood. Extremely close to the Mizzou campus (less than 10 minutes) and Veterinary Hospital. The host is extremely communicative and available. Would definitely stay here again!" 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Missouri-Columbia.d6093455.Attraction) ![Rock Bridge Memorial State Park featuring a river or creek and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257795-Columbia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rock-Bridge-Memorial-State-Park-Columbia.d6351945.Attraction) ![Shelter Gardens which includes a waterfall and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257798-Columbia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shelter-Gardens-Columbia.d553248621561876602.Attraction) ![Columbia featuring outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/258000/258131-Daniel-Boone-Regional-Library.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Daniel-Boone-Regional-Library-Columbia.d553248635919227137.Attraction) #### Mizzou Arena Catch an event at Mizzou Arena during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mizzou-Arena-Columbia.d6093461.Attraction) #### Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium Catch an event at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. 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