Cape Girardeau, MO

CAPE GIRARDEAU: WHY REUNITE HERE

• Easily drivable from several major American cities including St. Louis, MO,

Memphis, TN, Nashville, TN and Louisville, KY

• Over 24 parks and preserves with lots of amenities and activities for all ages

• Historic downtown and buildings dating back to the early 19th century

• Antique and boutique shopping and a vibrant food scene

• Accommodations for all styles and budgets including campgrounds,

RV parks, rental by owners and hotels

Cape Girardeau, MO

From historical sites to nature reserves and parks, Cape Girardeau has a lot to offer for a fun family reunion

“Cape Girardeau, Missouri is truly in the heart of America. Within a half-day driving distance from Memphis, St. Louis, Nashville, Louisville & Central Illinois, it is convenient to host a family reunion here. Cape Girardeau makes it easy to plan a multi-generational family event. We have activities for all ages and for most interests: hiking, biking, barbecuing, sports, water activities, wineries, relaxation, and more. Cape Girardeau has it all!”

Cape Girardeau, Missouri has everything to make your family reunion a memorable one. With over 24 different parks and nature preserves, families can go hiking and biking and have a picnic and cookout. With an array of amenities and activities, kids will especially love Capaha Park with a lagoon where you can feed ducks and a ballpark where the entire family can enjoy some sporting action at a Cape Catfish baseball game. The Dennis Scivally Park has a treehouse-themed playground and Winnie the Pooh stone bridge. Not to be missed is the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center where the rich cultural history and diverse natural resources of southeastern Missouri are showcased. Enjoy nature trails, wildlife viewing areas, freshwater aquariums and interactive exhibits. There’s even a kidsonly fishing pond and play area.

Check out historic Downtown Cape Girardeau with the Renaissance-Revival style architecture of Old St. Vincent’s Church dating back to 1853 and the Glenn House that is an old 1900s mansion. Other interesting sites are Cape Girardeau’s numerous murals, including the Cape Girardeau River Tails Mural on the riverfront wall along the Mississippi River.

Sit down for a family meal at one of the many eateries in Cape Girardeau ranging from cozy coffee houses to local taverns. For a taste of authentic comfort food, try Port Cape Girardeau, Katy O’ Ferrell’s, Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine and Sands Pancake House.

Action-Packed Adventure

During your family reunion, camp out in the great outdoors at any Cape

Enjoy some outdoor beauty at the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center. Cool off at Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center.

Girardeau’s three different camping locations including the RV-only Landing Point RV Park and the Trail of Tears State Park. At Cape Camping & RV Park, families can enjoy miniature golf, a game room, a swimming pool and access to the Cape LaCroix Recreation Trail.

For some wild fun, stop by the Lazy L Safari Park, a walk-thru zoo with exotic animals housed in different habitats where you can feed the animals. Families can cool off at the Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center where there’s a zero-depth entry pool and lazy river along with several water slides.

CONTACT: Alyssa Phares

Senior Director of Sales & Strategy Visit Cape aphares@visitcape.com 573-335-1631

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