North Central Columbia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Central Columbia
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.
Our pick of the best North Central Columbia Hotel Deals

Luxury Modern Downtown Columbia Lofts. 2 Beds, 2 Baths
Perfect location for our football game weekend.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Columbia, MO
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
I love staying at Stoney Creek. It is always clean. The staff is great. This was the first time that we stayed and our bed in room 153 was not comfortable. The head of the bed was couple inches lower than the foot. So my husband rotated mattress but did not help. Was a restless night.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia
Awesome service
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
great breakfast, clean room
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
A repeat visit staying in this hotel. Comfortable, convenient location, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Central Columbia

Thornbrook
When in Thornbrook, you can plan a visit to Shelter Gardens and Mizzou Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
