Missouri Just Wouldn't Be The Same Without These 7 Charming Small Towns
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Beth Price-Williams
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Free time often means getting out there and exploring corners of Missouri we may not have checked out yet or revisiting places with which we’ve fallen in love. Arguably one of the best ways to spend a day or a weekend, these small towns in Missouri beckon visitors with their slower pace of life, old-school charm, and midwestern friendliness.
Fulton, MO 65251, USA
Wear your comfiest shoes for your visit to Fulton, a delightful small town that earns props as one of the best walkable small towns in the country. The postcard-perfect small town is home to a slew of attractions - the National Churchill Museum, for example - and a historic downtown area. Park in one of the downtown lots, so you can spend the day exploring the eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and seasonal farmers market. Did you know that Fulton is one of the most walkable small towns in America?
Weston, MO 64098, USA
A darling small town that beckons treasure hunters, Weston's downtown is home to a selection of antique and other unique shops. The small town is also known for its good eats with restaurants catering to carnivores, vegetarians, and vegans. If you're a fan of wine, go wine tasting at nearby wineries. Do you agree that Weston is the most beautiful small town in Missouri?
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Eminence, MO 65466, USA
Nature lovers flock to Eminence, perhaps best known as the home of Echo Bluff State Park and Alley Springs Mill. You'll probably need more than a day to explore all that Eminence has to offer. Add a hike to Blue Spring, Missouri's largest spring, to your must-visit list, too. Find out why this might be the most unique small town in Missouri.
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Cape Girardeau, MO, USA
One of the first things you'll likely notice when you arrive in Cape Girardeau is all of the murals. A stroll through town to admire the murals is a must when you visit this darling town. Be sure to also bookmark time for a visit to Trail of Tears State Park, haunted Old Lorimier Cemetery, and Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center. Learn more about this one-of-a-kind Missouri state town.
Carthage, MO 64836, USA
The adorable town of Carthage is worthy of a visit anytime of the year, but the landscape transforms into a brilliant masterpiece when autumn rolls around. The small Missouri town hosts the annual autumn Maple Leaf Festival, which runs for eight days. No matter when you visit, stop by the Precious Moments Chapel, and catch a double feature at the 66 Drive-In Theatre.
Read more about America's Maple Leaf City.
Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670, USA
The oldest town in Missouri, Ste. Genevieve is brimming with history and a full menu of attractions. You'll likely need at least a few days to see all this enchanting town has to offer. Make it a point to check out some of its more than a half of a dozen wineries and Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary. Discover why Ste. Genevieve has been named one of the most charming small towns in Missouri.
Rocheport, MO 65279, USA
"Come be our guests" is the Rocheport motto, and you'll feel right at home in this pretty small town. The darling downtown is home to a collection of shops and the Rocheport General Store and Café. Drink in some of the area's natural beauty with a visit to Katy Trail State Park. Do you agree that Rocheport is one of the prettiest small towns in Missouri?
What are your favorite small towns in Missouri? Let us know in the comments! For a unique way to see Missouri and beyond, set sail on a cruise along the Mississippi River.
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