Missouri boasts a wonderful rural countryside in addition to its large metropolitan areas. Visit farms, wineries, orchards, and hundreds of fairs and festivals throughout the state to learn firsthand why Missouri is a top agricultural state.

See amazing natural mineral formations when you explore some of the 6,200 caves that lie beneath the surface of the "Cave State," or even have a unique underground wedding. For world class fishing, boating and golf, head to the Lake of the Ozarks, the state's largest lake and the premier lake resort destination in the Midwest.

Visit St. Louis for a ride to the top of the Gateway Arch where you'll experience a spectacular view of the city, and then take the kids below to the Museum of Westward Expansion and learn about Missouri's important history. Enjoy top-notch entertainment and bustling night life in Kansas City. Learn about Jazz legends like Charlie Parker and Count Basie at the American Jazz Museum or visit elephants and kangaroos at the Kansas City Zoo.