It’s cold. It’s barren. It’s winter in Missouri. But that doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy the weekend. Treat yourself to a vacation without needing to book a flight when you embark on this fun road trip . The fun’s right here in Missouri, just pack your bags and go.
The Route
Start your day off right with breakfast at Café Osage in St. Louis.
This garden and home store is also home to one of the most delicious breakfast spots in St. Louis. They also serve lunch and the veggies come straight from their on-site garden.
Address:
4605 Olive St.
St. Louis, MO 63108
While you're still in town, admire works of art at the St. Louis Art Museum
Less than a 3-mile drive away, you'll find the St. Louis Art Museum tucked away in Forest Park. Even better, It's free and open to the public.
Address:
1 Fine Arts Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63110
Drive on over to Ste. Genevieve at take a tour of the Bolduc House Museum.
Learn about Missouri's oldest town when you take a tour of this French Colonial historic site.
Address:
123 S Main St.
Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670
Spend the night in town at the Southern Hotel Bed & Breakfast.
Another historic spot you don't want to miss out on is The Southern Hotel. It is the oldest hotel west of the Mississippi River and has beautiful rooms to rent.
Address:
146 3rd St.
Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670
Rise and shine! Time to go on a walking or boating tour of Bonne Terre Mine.
Boating in winter? Yes, you can - when you join a tour at Bonne Terre Mine. If you're certified to scuba dive, you can reserve a time slot to take part in that, as well.
Address:
185 Park Ave.
Bonne Terre, MO 63628
Break for lunch at Junie Moon Cafe.
For a small town, this little cafe sure packs a big punch. It's the perfect place to fill up on a hearty meal after the mine tour.
Address:
340 U.S. 50
Union, MO 63084
Now, it's time we head to Hermann.
A road trip wouldn't be complete without visiting our favorite German town.
Tantalize your taste buds with a wine tasting at Stone Hill Winery.
Hermann is the heart of Missouri's wine country, so it would only make sense to make a stop at one of the best wineries in town. Taste a few before deciding on a bottle to choose...or maybe a few bottles.
Address:
1110 Stone Hill Hwy.
Hermann, MO 65041
Spend your last night at Harbor Haus Inn & Suites.
There's no better way to wrap up a cozy weekend road trip than spending the night at this adorable bed and breakfast in town.
Address:
113 Market St.
Hermann, MO 65041
So, what are you waiting for? Start packing your bags for this coming weekend and enjoy two days of pure bliss!
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