Hannibal, Missouri

INCLUDED WITH YOUR VOYAGE

Hannibal, Missouri HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR

Remember! Your vacation, your choices. Visit as many or few of the included attractions in Hannibal listed below at no cost. Visit the Mississippi River Tales Murals or learn of the area's early settlers!

THE MARK TWAIN BOYHOOD HOME & MUSEUM

This included tour visits seven buildings, five of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and two that are highly interactive museums showcasing fifteen original Norman Rockwell paintings! Learn about the Hannibal of Samuel Clemens’s childhood and explore the stories created through the powerful imagination of American icon, Mark Twain.

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH

For more than 150 years, the Sanctuary of Trinity Episcopal Church, designed by architect Joseph A. Miller, has stood the test of time. With an interior consisting of a deeply arched heavy wooden beamed ceiling, beautiful bronze lanterns and side wall lamps, an impressive pipe organ and 18 illustriously conceived stained glass windows, Trinity Church is truly a historic marvel.

CAVE HOLLOW WEST WINERY

Located on the beautiful grounds of the Mark Twain Cave Complex, the Cave Hollow West Winery features a full-scale winery, tasting bar, and gift shop. Stop in to enjoy tastings of their unique Missouri-made wines. Be sure to check out their special series of wines, such as the Mark Twain Reserve, the Gilded Page, the Jumping Frog, and more.

After sampling some wines, explore the cave that Mark Twain made famous! Experienced guides will escort you on a 60-minute tour of the cave where the walkways are smooth and there are no steps. The cave is not wheelchair accessible due to its natural state. (Admission to cave is additional; bring a light jacket; tour takes one hour to complete).

HANNIBAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Uncover the rich history of Hannibal as you explore the exhibits of this insightful museum. Learn about the founding of Hannibal from the Sauk and Fox tribes to settler Moses D. Bates, who established the city’s first log cabin in 1819. Travel through the steamboat era of Hannibal to discover the stories of General Putnam, Bates’ steamboat and the steamboat trade that soon attracted many families to Hannibal, including the Clemens family. Continue your adventure through Hannibal’s past with exhibits on the Civil War, local lumber barons, the Industrial Revolution, architecture, and more. Visitors are probably quite familiar with Hannibal’s most-famous resident Samuel Clemens, but they will be sure to find out this charming river town has sprouted its fair share of historical figures.

Hannibal Premium Experience MISSISSIPPI MUD...A HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE

HIGHLIGHTS

GET READY FOR A DAY OF CREATIVITY AT AYERS POTTERY

As you enter, take in the organic, earthy aroma that radiates from each rustic brick lining the walls of the gallery. Appreciate the unique, handcrafted pottery pieces ranging in different sizes, shapes and textures.

VIEW A LIVE DEMONSTRATION

Get a personal demonstration from Steve Ayers, as he works his hands into the clay and produces one-of-a-kind art. Look around at all of Ayers' masterpieces – all of which are fully functional, contain no lead and are both dishwasher and microwave safe!

SUIT UP AND GIVE IT A TRY!

Head down to the workshop and become an artist, spinning your very own potter’s wheel as you try out some of the techniques you watched during the demonstration. Feel your mind drift into serenity as you press your thumbs into the cool, damp clay, molding a piece of art into your very own souvenir. Project your creative mind and personality into a masterpiece that will then be fired up and shipped to your home as a perfect and unique keepsake of your Hannibal adventure! A protective apron/suit will be provided, but keep in mind that creativity can be messy business! Let your creative juices flow!

Please note in advance that in order to proceed to the workshop, guests will need to be able to travel down a 16-step flight of steps comfortably. International shipping is not available.

HALF-DAY $69

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE. RESERVE TODAY!

Hannibal Premium Experience MUDDY RIVER RADIO'S LIVE RENDITION OF "THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN" HIGHLIGHTS

HOW IT ALL BEGAN...

With the introduction of radios in most households around the country, the entertainment industry began to explode like an uncontainable, vibrant wildfire which swept across the nation, enticing listeners from coast to coast. Sounds of swing music, smooth jazz, presidential addresses, and globalized news reports became the anthem of our country. Perhaps the most popular and captivating, though, were the contemporary sounds of live radio theatre productions, which prompted families to gather around the radio and, for a moment, forget the worries of everyday live in the early 1900s.

ENTER THE HEART OF HANNIBAL

Embark on a journey into the heart of Hannibal, Missouri, hometown of American icon Mark Twain. Arrive at the Mark Twain Museum Gallery, where, surrounded by artifacts from Twain’s illustrious career, you will experience one of Twain’s novels brought to life by the talented actors of the Muddy River Radio Theater group. From moving monologues to sound effects, everything will be performed live, right in front of your eyes! See for yourself how live radio would have been recorded in the Golden Age of Radio and be swept away by one of Twain’s most beloved stories.

ENJOY "THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN"

The Muddy River Radio group will take the stage and offer a nostalgic presentation for our guests with their rendition of America’s famous novel, “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” This entirely acoustic performance will showcase the power of sound to recreate a story near and dear to the Mississippi region. Enjoy Muddy River Radio’s masterful interpretation, alluring your imagination to run wild as Tom and his gang are brought to life! Do not miss out on this exclusive opportunity to celebrate the Mississippi region and an era that has faded into our history books! Enter the Golden Age of Radio and be swept away by one of Twain’s most beloved stories.

HALF-DAY $69

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE. RESERVE TODAY!