Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

61. Kansas City Workhouse Castle (Kansas City)

This abandoned jail looks like a medieval castle and was abandoned in 1972. Although it’s not blocked off in any way and is easily accessible, in order to avoid trespassing, it’s best to view it from the outside and use it as the backdrop in a cool photo op.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

56. Danna’s BBQ (Branson)

This place is known for it’s made from scratch old fashioned barbeque. All three locations are family owned and have a laid back vibe. The smoke all their meet and make their own rubs and sauces, which you can buy bottled to recreate your experience at home. Have lunch or dinner at Danna’s, you won’t be disappointed.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

46. Haha Tonka State Park (Camdenton)

This is a state park around the grounds of a castle that was built by a businessman at the turn of the 20th century. There’s more than 15 miles of hiking trails that lead visitors around the castle grounds, to the lake, to playgrounds, picnic areas, and caves. If you love the outdoors, you could spend half a day here.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

31. Lake of the Ozarks State Park(Kaiser)

This park has something for everyone. From fishing, boating, and beaches to hiking, camping, cave exploring and more. If you’re an outdoors lover, you will be able to spend a whole weekend here.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

26. Citygarden (St Louis)

Located in downtown St Louis, Citygarden serves as an outdoor recreational space for the people who live and work there. It has paths, fountains, trees, and large scale sculptures by more than 20 artists. Allow yourself an hour or so to walk around this public space and take in the sights.

Missouri is a great state to get outdoors, but it also has a lot of interesting urban sights to see and a lot of roadside oddities that make it one interesting place to visit.

16. Missouri Botanical Garden (St Louis)