Since I am an animal lover, this was a wonderful experience! These horses are obviously pampered!…read moreIt was so fun to take the "Behind the Reins" tour where we were able to ride behind two gorgeous Clydesdales and stop periodically to take photos. The ranch itself is beautiful! We were so happy that we were also able to see the mares and their foals up close! I highly recommend this experience to anyone who enjoys the outdoors and these gorgeous animals.

Such a beautiful experience, the horses have such a an amazing temperament, they are funny and…read moresweet. I recommend this to anybody who loves horses. The guide was exceptionally knowledgeable. I wish I could remember her name.

Stopped here during a weekend trip near Lake of the Ozarks. Missouri has so many caves and I'd been…read morewanting to do one, so glad we picked this one. You can grab tickets online or in person, and they have a really cute gift shop with fun little trinkets worth browsing before or after your tour. Our tour guide Lee was so amazing! He's been there for years and years and you can just tell. Great stories, super personable, the kind of guide that makes the whole experience way more memorable. We even spotted a bat hibernating which was such a cool unexpected moment! The cave itself is fascinating and I loved that it was great for all ages. Our group ranged from little kids to people in their 70s and everyone was into it with no problems. A few spots can get slightly slippery so just watch your step, but there are handrails throughout so nothing felt unsafe. Also found out they host events here too like a black light event and even concerts inside the cave which sounds incredibly cool. Definitely want to come back for one of those. Overall I was really impressed and would highly recommend adding this to your Missouri road trip list.

What was nice about these caverns is that they are almost entirely wheelchair/stroller accessible…read moreand we were able to take our one-year old daughter on the tour in our stroller. That's pretty rare with cave tours. This was the only cave tour we did during our week-long family summer vacation in Missouri and we enjoyed it. Our guide, Maddie, was wonderful and very enthusiastic. The tour was an hour and we had a smaller group who were wonderful and I enjoyed learning about the cave, the history of the cave, and walking all around. It was fun and well done. If you are nearby, this is something I think you should do. They have plenty of parking, nice grounds, a penny press souvenir machine, a nice gift shop and are great with kids with some other interactive things to do before or after the tour.

I took the 6:00 PM, two-hour history tour on 20th June this year and had such a fascinating…read moreexperience. I feel lucky to have had Michael Lear as our guide, he was absolutely brilliant and was a stellar storyteller! The prison itself is very interesting, has alot of history behind it and honestly a little chilling. Hearing about its dark history really makes you stop, think about life and human existence. The parts about solitary confinement and how tiny the cells were with several people stuffed in were especially shocking. Michael even took us down to the basement solitary area and turned off the lights for a full minute so we could feel what it was like. That part gave me chills. We also got to see the prison cells from the 1800s all the way up to more recent ones, and even the gas chamber. It was intense but very eye-opening. I highly recommend this tour 1000%! And if you are lucky enough to have Michael as your guide, you're in for something fascinating. He also has a Missouri murder history podcast which is definitely worth checking out and supporting - It is called Show Me Murder. To conclude, thanks MSP for such an unforgettable experience!

The overnight paranormal investigation at the Missouri State Penitentiary was even cooler than it…read moresounds and honestly felt like a once in a lifetime experience. I was lucky enough to do the full eight hour overnight investigation, which means about 40 to 50 people with near free rein over three massive prison buildings in the middle of the night. Most of the time was spent breaking into small groups and exploring the grounds looking for paranormal activity, and for me that meant just me and one friend wandering dark cell blocks and corridors that felt completely abandoned. This is absolutely not for the faint of heart because there are long stretches where you truly feel alone, surrounded by silence, shadows, and your own racing thoughts. There were plenty of spine chills, more than a few moments where I questioned my life choices, and by the end of the night I walked out a full believer. It was intense, unforgettable, and easily one of the most fascinating and highly recommended adventures I have ever done.

I take my granddaughters here every chance I get. Love playing in the water in the caves. And they…read morelove the pathways and steps. I usually end up carrying one or both back out as they are exhausted. Afterwards a nice nap had by all!

Rock Bridge State Park is one of my favorite Missouri trials because of the views and…read moreaccessibility. This park is wonderful for people of all ages; especially for families! We love exploring the Devil's Icebox Cave and the Sinkhole short trail. There are parts on the trail that are easily accessible by following the wood-planked walkway, but there are also "off the beaten path" trails and spots to ride your bike. Rock Bridge State Park is absolutely beautiful and is a "Must Visit" outdoor spot in Columbia, MO!

Great way to enjoy the lake from another angle. The ship is 2 decks and accommodates at least 100…read morepeople. Family friendly and they serve drinks and snacks . They offer various cruises and normally last around 1 1/2 hours.

My company takes us out on this boat every year and it's always a blast! Amazing staff and great…read morecocktails. 10 stars if I could!!

This was such a fun adventure for our group of seven! We loved sampling a wide variety of delicious…read moretreats, but what made the experience even better was learning about the history of the area. Our guide was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, sharing stories and photos about how the area has evolved over time. She gave us fun facts about each stop, walked us right into each restaurant (with no waiting), and even arranged for us to meet and chat with one of the chefs! Every single bite was a delight, and by the end, we were all completely full. I highly recommend this tour to any foodies who enjoy a mix of walking, learning, and exploring. The key lime pie finale was the perfect sweet ending!

We really had a great time on this tour! We visit here quite often but never knew that some of…read morethese places existed! Also, we never knew how great the chefs were and the excellent food available. We'll definitely visit all of the establishments again. The guide was outstanding and we really enjoyed the historical tales and photos that she reviewed with us. We highly recommend the tour! Come hungry!

Had a great time here!…read more Five friends and I went on an amazing hike and caught some great views! Took lots of pictures of the wonderful nature and wildlife! Would definitely recommend these trails!

We decided to venture out to a really cool state park while we are staying near Lebanon. There is…read moreno admission fee and you can park right next to the castle if you are mobility challenge, but we parked at a lower level and hiked up. I'll paved walkway, not a bad walk at all. I added the picture of the story of the Kansas City businessman that decided to purchase 5000 acres and build a castle here back in the early 1900s. You can read the story on that particular photo. The ruins seem well maintained, you are not allowed to walk in them, but you can get pretty close and take photographs. There are also several viewing platforms around the area, which gives you some pretty cool views of lake of the Ozarks. They do have pit toilet Bathrooms available. Beautiful place and can highly recommend for a historical visit as well as spending some time in nature.

Our team had the best time! We loved all of the stops, the food and our guide Jeff! Highly…read morerecommend this for any large group. The booking process was so easy. Most definitely will be booking again!

I had the most fun spending my Thursday evening with Columbia Culinary Tours on the "Out on the…read moreTown" tour! With five exciting stops, we got our money's worth and more! Drinks and food were plentiful. Our tour guide Joe was so intentional to add surprises along the way while also being incredibly personable and fun. He was great with every guest and was so thoughtful to make sure each of us felt comfortable and included. As a Columbia resident, I can't wait to try another tour. A culinary tour will be high on my list of activities when I have friends coming to town. Thank you Columbia Culinary Tours and Joe for a great night!

Everything from the itinerary, the gracious hostesses and the bus driver was great. They shared…read moreinformation about each upcoming stop. Less than 20 guests allows for new friendships.

Our family chartered a USA Tours bus to recreate a journey taken by my great grandmother in a…read morecovered wagon 120 years ago. We had an unusual itinerary and four generations of family members onboard, from age 92 down to age 4. Rex helped us in the planning stages and was very accommodating and helpful. Our driver, Tyson, was the best!!! From helping older people on the bus to being very patient with the littles who all had to try out his microphone, we couldn't have asked for a better experience! I hope I get a chance to take more tours with them in the future!