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22 Best and Fun Things To Do In Jefferson City Mo


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The 22 Most Popular Things To Do In Jefferson City Mo

22. Bicentennial Bridge

“4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews”

Location: 226 298 W Capitol Ave Jefferson City MO

21. Deborah Cooper Park on Adrian’s Island

3.4 ★★★☆☆ (7 reviews)

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Location: 130 W Capitol Ave Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6482

Web Address:   https://jcparks.com/park/deborah-cooper-park/

20. Jefferson City Museum of Modern Art

3.9 ★★★★☆ (9 reviews)

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Location: 220 E High Street a Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 635 1114

Web Address:   http://jcmoma.com/

19. Cole County Historical Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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Location: 109 Madison Street Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 635 1850

Web Address:   http://colecohistsoc.org/

18. Clark’s Hill-Norton State Historic Site

4.5 ★★★★★ (81 reviews)

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Location: 8838 1816 Osage Hickory Street Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 449 7402

Web Address:   http://mostateparks.com/park/clarks-hillnorton-state-historic-site

17. Hough Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (99 reviews)

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Location: Ivan Road Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6482

Web Address:   https://visitjeffersoncity.com/recreation-and-outdoors

16. Ellis-Porter Riverside Pool

4.5 ★★★★★ (111 reviews)

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Location: 320 Ellis Porter Dr Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6585

Web Address:   http://jcparks.com/facility/ellis-porter-pool/

15. North Jefferson City Recreation Area

4.4 ★★★★☆ (120 reviews)

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Location: 927 4th Street Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6482

Web Address:   https://jcparks.com/park/north-jefferson-recreation-area/

14. Community Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (182 reviews)

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Location: 725 Marshall Street Jefferson City MO

Web Address:   https://jcparks.com/park/community-park/

13. McClung Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (195 reviews)

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Location: 931 McClung Park Dr Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6482

Web Address:   http://jeffersoncitymo.gov/parks/city_parks/mcclung_park/index.php

12. Ellis-Porter Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (427 reviews)

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Location: 1425 Riverside Dr Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6585

Web Address:   https://jcparks.com/park/ellis-porter-riverside/

11. Jefferson City Memorial Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (497 reviews)

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Location: Memorial Park 111 Memorial Park Dr Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6588

Web Address:   https://jeffersoncitymo.gov/parks/city_parks/memorial_park/index.php

10. McKay Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (506 reviews)

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Location: 1700 Southridge Dr Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6482

Web Address:   http://jeffersoncitymo.gov/parks/city_parks/mckay_park/index.php

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9. Lewis and Clark Monument

4.8 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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8. Missouri Governor’s Mansion

4.8 ★★★★★ (30 reviews)

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Location: 100 Madison Street Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 751 4141

Web Address:   http://mansion.mo.gov/

7. Missouri State Penitentiary Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (67 reviews)

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Location: 700 E Capitol Ave Jefferson City MO

Tel:  866 998 6998

Web Address:   http://missouripentours.com/

6. Jefferson Landing State Historic Site

4.6 ★★★★★ (71 reviews)

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Location: 100 Jefferson Street Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 751 2854

Web Address:   http://mostateparks.com/park/missouri-state-museum

5. Museum of Missouri Military History

4.6 ★★★★★ (187 reviews)

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Location: 2405 Logistics Road Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 638 9603

4. Missouri State Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (315 reviews)

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Location: 201 W Capitol Ave Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 751 2854

Web Address:   https://mostateparks.com/park/missouri-state-museum

3. Binder Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (593 reviews)

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Location: 5840 Rainbow Dr Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 634 6482

Web Address:   https://jcparks.com/park/binder-park/

2. Missouri State Capitol

4.7 ★★★★★ (643 reviews)

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Location: 201 W Capitol Ave Jefferson City MO

Tel:  573 751 2854

Web Address:   https://mostateparks.com/page/55186/missouri-state-capitol

1. Missouri State Penitentiary

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,395 reviews)

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Location: 115 Lafayette Street Jefferson City MO

Tel:  866 998 6998

Web Address:   http://missouripentours.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Jefferson City Mo! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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