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Gateway Arch National Park, the most prominent feature on the St. Louis waterfront
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Patio overlooking Dogwood Canyon Nature Park in the Ozark Mountains
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In awe of colorful marine life at Wonders of Wildlife in Springfield
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The Mark Twain Riverboat traveling along the Mississippi River in Hannibal
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The Haygoods, one of Branson’s most popular shows, lighting up the stage
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A serene moment during a kayaking trip along the Ozark National Scenic Riverways
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Route 66 memorabilia at Gary's Gay Parita in Ash Grove
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Live band performing at the 1860 Saloon in St. Louis
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Patrons enjoying a meal at Arthur Bryant's Barbeque in Kansas City
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Live jazz performance at Kansas City's Green Lady Lounge
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A hub for Route 66 nostalgia, musical entertainment and outdoor fun
From the apex of the iconic Gateway Arch to the rollicking productions in Branson to the caves and forests in between, a visit to Missouri is like a buffet of the American experience. Enjoy a little bit of everything here, from the state’s scenic wonders to big city life. Cruise down Route 66 for vintage Americana; put on your dancing shoes for nights of jazz, blues and more; visit one of more than 50 state parks for outdoor adventure; and tuck into a plate of slow-cooked barbecue.
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Route 66 Americana and More
Historic Route 66 runs more than 480 kilometers through Missouri. Follow the “Mother Road” to explore nostalgic sites or stroll the limestone corridors of Meramec Caverns. Learn about the origins and Golden Age of Route 66 at the History Museum on the Square in Springfield. Refuel with stops at diners and eateries of a long-ago era, like Ted Drewes Frozen Custard in St. Louis, which dates to the 1930s. While in St. Louis, board the tram to the top of the awe-inspiring Gateway Arch, the tallest national monument in the USA. There’s plenty of history in the state as well: from presidential (Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum) and pop culture (Walt Disney Hometown Museum) to literary (Mark Twain Boyho