5 Unique Experiences That Should Be On Everyone’s Missouri Bucket List
By Beth Price-Williams|Published October 24, 2023
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Bored when we live in Missouri? Pfft. The only way we can truly be bored is if we want to be; after all, there is so much to do that we often struggle with deciding what to do next. While we all need those days where we indulge in doing absolutely nothing, sometimes we want to get out and explore. That’s when we pull out our bucket list, and choose one of these unique experiences in Missouri for our next adventure.
1. Copperhead Mountain Coaster
Copperhead Mountain Coaster, 6021 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616, USA
We don't have to have a ton of time for an adventure, and Copperhead Mountain Coaster in Branson proves that. Zip along the track that features heart-thumping twists and turns and boasts some gorgeous views of the Ozark Mountains. Learn more and reserve your tickets for this one-of-a-kind attraction at Shepherd's Adventure Park on Viator.
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2. Walking Tour In Kauffman Stadium
Kauffman Stadium, 1 Royal Way, Kansas City, MO 64129, USA
If you're not a diehard baseball fan yet, you likely will become one with a behind-the-scenes tour of Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City. The 90-minute tour will take you to all of the normally off-limits parts of the stadium, including the dugout, press box, interview room, Diamond Club, and outfield plaza. You'll even have time to check out the Royals Hall of Fame. The experience price also includes a collector pin of Kauffman's Stadium.
Meander through the St. Louis neighborhood of Soulard on a walking tour that offers a fascinating glimpse of its history, including some of its most infamous
true crimes. A seasoned tour guide will share tales of long-ago armed robberies, riots, and duels during the era of Prohibition in St. Louis.
4. Tiger Feeding Tour
National Tiger Sanctuary, 518 State Hwy BB, Saddlebrooke, MO 65630, USA
Go on an hourlong tour of the National Tiger Sanctuary, where you'll have the unique opportunity to watch some of its residents at mealtime. While you watch the tigers eating, playing, and relaxing, your tour guide will provide insight into the care and needs of these "big cats."
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5. Adventure Valley Paintball (& Ziplines)
Adventure Valley Zipline Tours and Paintball Park, 5320 State Hwy MM, House Springs, MO 63051, USA
Up for some good, old-fashioned fun? How about an action-packed round of paintball? Adventure Valley Paintball Park has eight paintball fields, where you can show off your skills. You'll receive 500 rounds of paintballs. You can also soar across the sky on the park's two ziplines that will take you 1.5 miles at speeds of up to 50 miles per hour.
How many of these unique experiences in Missouri will you add to your bucket list? Have you tried any of them yet? Let us know in the comments! For more unique adventures, set off on one of the many road trips in Missouri, or follow one of the best hiking trails in Missouri.
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