North Central Columbia Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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.

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.
Mizzou Arena
Catch an event at Mizzou Arena during your trip to Columbia. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Our pick of the best North Central Columbia Hotel Deals

Luxury Modern Downtown Columbia Lofts. 2 Beds, 2 Baths
The loft is beautiful, and the host communicated very well! I would highly recommend staying here. Easy to park and get to, the location is central to so much good stuff in Columbia. I can't say enough about our stay, it was wonderful.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
I love the beds they are so comfortable it’s like sleeping on clouds ☁️
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
Staff - Elisa brings breakfast alive and started our day with a smile.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
Clean room. Staff courteous. Large room.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Best Western Plus Columbia Inn
It was a 10 out of 10
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia
Clean great staff. They have a bar!!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around North Central Columbia

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