Missouri is full of beauty, some of which is made by Mother Nature and some of which is made by man. In addition to these amazing man-made wonders, check out the breathtaking spots listed below in the Show-Me State.
- Alley Spring Mill - Eminence
Tom & Carol McCreary/flickr When it was first constructed, Alley Spring Mill served as a grain mill that converted wheat into flour using water power.
Address: Eminence, MO 65466
- Missouri State Capitol - Jefferson City
Jim Bowen/flickr The Missouri State Capitol houses the legislative and executive branches of the U.S. Senate of Missouri. In addition to its political importance, it also boasts stunning architectural features. Its dome soars 238 feat above ground level with the Missouri River as its backdrop.
Address:
201 W. Capitol Ave. Jefferson City, MO 65101
- Loose Park - Kansas City
Katie L./Yelp During the warmer months, Loose Park is packed with grill-outs, joggers and sunbathers, alike. The 75-acre park features a Rose Garden, a playground, tennis courts and a trail along the outer area.
Address: 5200 Wornall Rd. Kansas City, MO 64112
- Katy Trail - Machens to Clinton
Eric Langhorst/flickr The Katy Trail is a 268-mile-long rail trail that runs from Machens all the way to Clinton. After the rail line went out of service, this strip of land was converted into a beautiful recreational path for joggers, walkers and cyclists. To find the nearest trail head to you, click here.
- Nathanael Greene Close Memorial Park - Springfield
Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park/Facebook This botanical garden features 21 gardens and horticulture collections with hundreds of plant varieties. They may not be wild plants, but you’ll certainly go wild over how many unique plant species are grown here.
Address:
2400 S. Scenic Ave. Springfield, MO 65807
- Liberty Memorial - Kansas City
Lane Pearman/flickr The Liberty Memorial was completed in 1926 and is undoubtedly one of Kansas City’s most iconic structures. It was built as a memorial for all of those who served in World War I.
Address: 2 Memorial Dr. Kansas City, MO 64108
- Smithville Lake - Smithville
Cherie816/TripAdvisor Locals flock to this 7,190-acre reservoir in the summer to swim, kayak, boat and even paddleboard. It may be man-made, but it’s one of the best natural spots near Kansas City to enjoy a sunny day outside.
Address: 4619 Chapel Rd. Smithville, MO 64089
Where are some of your favorite man-made spots in Missouri? We’d love to hear about them in the comments below.
Tom & Carol McCreary/flickr
When it was first constructed, Alley Spring Mill served as a grain mill that converted wheat into flour using water power.
Address: Eminence, MO 65466
Jim Bowen/flickr
The Missouri State Capitol houses the legislative and executive branches of the U.S. Senate of Missouri. In addition to its political importance, it also boasts stunning architectural features. Its dome soars 238 feat above ground level with the Missouri River as its backdrop.
Address:
201 W. Capitol Ave. Jefferson City, MO 65101
Katie L./Yelp
During the warmer months, Loose Park is packed with grill-outs, joggers and sunbathers, alike. The 75-acre park features a Rose Garden, a playground, tennis courts and a trail along the outer area.
Address: 5200 Wornall Rd. Kansas City, MO 64112
Eric Langhorst/flickr
The Katy Trail is a 268-mile-long rail trail that runs from Machens all the way to Clinton. After the rail line went out of service, this strip of land was converted into a beautiful recreational path for joggers, walkers and cyclists. To find the nearest trail head to you, click here.
Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park/Facebook
This botanical garden features 21 gardens and horticulture collections with hundreds of plant varieties. They may not be wild plants, but you’ll certainly go wild over how many unique plant species are grown here.
Address:
2400 S. Scenic Ave. Springfield, MO 65807
Lane Pearman/flickr
The Liberty Memorial was completed in 1926 and is undoubtedly one of Kansas City’s most iconic structures. It was built as a memorial for all of those who served in World War I.
Address: 2 Memorial Dr. Kansas City, MO 64108
Cherie816/TripAdvisor
Locals flock to this 7,190-acre reservoir in the summer to swim, kayak, boat and even paddleboard. It may be man-made, but it’s one of the best natural spots near Kansas City to enjoy a sunny day outside.
Address: 4619 Chapel Rd. Smithville, MO 64089
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Address: 2 Memorial Dr. Kansas City, MO 64108Address: 5200 Wornall Rd. Kansas City, MO 64112
