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Day Trippin’

Best Day Trips

Great River Road head up River Road to visit the quaint little town of Elsah. Stop in the shops, admire the architecture, or picnic in the park. Head on up River Road to Grafton to enjoy the views from one of the seven wineries, pick up fresh fudge or shop the many stores that line River Road thru town. The fish sandwiches are fresh caught and if you keep your eye on the river you just may see an Eagle soar by. Calhoun County, go barn stormin’ a take a barn quilt tour where the pride of the heritage can be seen on barns throughout the county. Enjoy the roadside stands and visit the Center for Ameri- can Archeology in Kampsville. Springfield, IL visit the state capital and take a walk back in history. Visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library or the Old State Capitol Building. Cool off in the wave pool at Knight’s Action Park or enjoy a beverage at one of the amazing local wineries and microbreweries. Hannibal, MO visit the boyhood home of Mark Twain where you can visit the novelist’s childhood home or browse the extensive museum dedicated to the author and his works. Take a tour of the town to see monuments and art galleries or sit back and enjoy the sightseeing tour on the Hannibal Trolley. Meramec Caverns, MO One of the most intriguing natural wonders in the area, the Meramec caverns are one of the oldest attractions along Route 66. Once said to be the hide out for Jesse James. Hermann, MO Enjoy a day in wine country and take in the German heritage located along the Missouri River with beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Enjoy a glass of wine, shopping or tour a winery. Visitors can bike the Katy Trail from Hermann, the more adventurous can zipline above the vineyards. Shaw Nature Reserve; Gray Summit, MO 2400 acres of private nature reserve enjoy a day of hiking, bird watching, photography, biking, enjoy nature and relax. St. Charles, MO known for it’s historic architecture, specialty stores and antiques St. Charles is a great place to visit. Check out Kokomo Joe’s Family Fun Center or Adrenaline Zone for the kids or try your luck at Ameristar Casino.