Wanting a perfect weekend getaway, but don't know where to start? Look to further - we've got your JCMO weekend itinerary.
Friday Evening:
- Arrive 4 pm, check into [hotel]
- 5 pm: Walk the Capitol grounds, sunset views
- 6:30 pm: Dinner at Madison's Cafe or The Grand Cafe
- 8 pm: Ghost tour at the Missouri State Penitentiary (seasonal)
Enjoy the views at Deborah Cooper Park, located on the north side of the Missouri State Capitol
Saturday:
- 9 am: Breakfast at Oscar's Diner (50s nostalgia)
- 10 am: Katy Trail walk/bike (rent at Red Wheel Bike Shop)
- 12 pm: Lunch downtown + Central Dairy ice cream
- 2 pm: Missouri State Penitentiary history tour
- 5 pm: Happy hour at BarWhiskey or Red Wheel Steam House
- 7 pm: Dinner at O'Donoghue's or Duke's on the Boulevard
- 8:30 pm: Live music at The Mission.
Enjoy delicious cocktails and live music at Red Wheel Steam House
Sunday:
- 8 am: Breakfast at the hotel
- 9 am: Walk the trails at Runge Nature Center
- 11 am: Capitol tour (FREE, Thomas Hart Benton murals)
- 12:30 pm: Depart
Stroll the trails at Runge Nature Center
Missouri State Capitol
- 201 W. Capitol Ave.
- (573) 751-2854
Completed in 1917, the Capitol covers three acres in downtown Jefferson City. Inside the Capitol you…
Madison's Cafe
- 216 Madison St.
- (573) 634-2988
Whether you wish to wine and dine clients, celebrate a special event or unwind and dine solo…
Deborah Cooper Park
- 130 W. Capitol Ave.
- (573) 634-6482
Explore Jefferson City’s premier riverfront park. Whether watching the sun rise over the Missouri…
Bicentennial Bridge to Adrian's Island
- 130 W. Capitol Ave.
The 12-foot-wide pedestrian/bicycle bridge connects the Missouri State Capitol Complex to the…
The Grand Cafe
- 107 E. High St.
- (573) 635-7842
When in historic downtown Jefferson City and on the prowl for lunch, dinner or just some cocktails…
Missouri State Penitentiary
- 115 Lafayette St.
- (573) 632-3999
Decommissioned in 2004, the Missouri State Penitentiary was the oldest continually operating prison…
Oscar's Classic Diner
- 2118 Schotthill Woods
- (573) 659-0006
Generous portions of made-from-scratch home-style favorites highlight Oscar's Award-winning menu…
Central Dairy Ice Cream Parlor
- 610 Madison St.
- (573) 635-6148
For a refreshing break any time, stop in at Central Dairy for legendary ice cream treats. This ice…
Red Wheel Bike Shop
- 400 W. Main St.
- (573) 638-2453
Looking for a new bike? How about a pair of cycling shoes or maybe just a new set of tires? Let Red…
Red Wheel Steam House
- 400 W. Main St.
- (573) 638-2453
We are excited to welcome you to Red Wheel Steam House to enjoy a delicious drink and tasty pastry…
O'Donoghue's Steaks and Seafood
- 900 E. High St.
- (573) 635-1332
Welcome to O'Donoghue's Steaks and Sea Food! We're located in Jefferson City's historic 1895 Kaullen…
Duke's on the Boulevard
- 2125 Missouri Blvd
- (573) 365-3334
We don’t make your average burgers, entrees and sides. Dukes on the Boulevard is crafting delicious…
Katy Trail State Park
- Jefferson City Trailhead Located at MM 143.2
- (573) 449-7402
Whether you're a bicyclist, hiker, nature lover or history buff, the Katy Trail offers opportunities…
