HANNIBAL

Discover how a young boy growing up in the small village of Hannibal became one of the world's most beloved authors. A self-guided tour of the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum properties gives you the chance to explore the Hannibal of Samuel Clemens' youth and experience the amazing stories he created through the power of his imagination. The museum properties include six historically significant buildings and two interactive museums whose collections include 15 original Norman Rockwell paintings and a wealth of Twain artifacts. The Boyhood Home is designated a National Historic Landmark.

Admission is $10 for adults; $8.50 for those ages 60 and older; $6 for those ages 6-17; and children ages 5 and younger are admitted free.

This website offers information about the history of the Civil War in Missouri as the state prepares to commemorate the Sesquicentennial of the war, which was fought 1861-1865.

Throughout the site, you'll find details about Civil War battles that took places in Missouri, such as Wilson's Creek and Pilot Knob; the people who played a significant role in the war, such as Ulysses S. Grant and Sterling Price; and resources for educators, where links to lesson plans and teacher's guides are available. Information about upcoming Civil War events around Missouri can be found on the site, which also features videos about the war and its impact on the state.

You'll also find information about Civil War-related attractions in Missouri, such as the Old Courthouse, Battle of Lexington State Historic Site, and Calvary Cemetery, to name a few.

People interested in getting involved with Civil War Sesquicentennial events may use the website to submit their e-mail address if they'd like to receive more information about volunteer opportunities, as those opportunities become available.

Rooms include HBO, coffee maker and hair dryer. Continental breakfast. Wi-Fi. Coin laundry. Located four blocks form downtown.

Unique goldsmithing gallery specializing in jewelry designed and crafted on-site, by Certified Master Bench Jewelers.

Ayers Pottery is recognized for its form and intense color-rich glazes. Steve Ayers has been a professional potter for more than 30 years, always making pottery with the customer in mind. His pottery is beautiful and functional: handles feel comfortable; spouts pour evenly; the pottery is microwaveable, oven and dishwasher safe. All of our pottery is lead free and food safe. Visit our studio and watch us make pottery. Browse the showroom and then take home a true Hannibal souvenir. If there’s time, we’ll show you around the shop.

Guests have the opportunity to fly in a glider over the Mighty Mississippi or take a tandem skydive over America’s Hometown, Hannibal. We offer these experiences along with professional instruction for those wanting to pursue these sports. Call today for a unique experience.

Sit and enjoy an old-fashioned ice cream confection, cone, shake, float, ice cream soda, sundae, or one of our special concoctions. In our emporium, you may see one of our "I didn't know you could still get this" items. We have Hannibal and Missouri souvenirs of all kinds. Browse our selection of children's classic books, Hannibal and regional special books and our fine selection of Mark Twain books.

This hotel was completely remodeled in 2009. It is now a 100 percent non-smoking hotel offering views of the Mississippi River and convenient access to key area attractions. Within six blocks, you'll find downtown shopping, restaurants, Mark Twain Riverboat and the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum. Spacious rooms equipped with microwave, refrigerator, LCD TV, premium cable and work areas. A hot breakfast is served every morning in the breakfast room. Panoramic river views and meeting and banquet space for up to 75 people.

Cameron Cave offers a different underground adventure; you will tour the cave by lantern light, seeing it as it was when first discovered. The only changes made were those necessary to make the tour more comfortable and to meet Missouri State Safety regulations for show caves. This guided tour takes you through this complex maze cave. The tour lasts about 90 minutes. This is a unique cave experience. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day. Co-located with Mark Twain Cave; one mile south of Hannibal on Route 79.

These modern, fully furnished cabins with a kitchen can sleep six people; we can accommodate larger groups with our special suites. We have an indoor pool; a seven-acre private fishing lake; two playgrounds; two pavilions; and an onsite convenience and bait store. We are located one-half mile from the boat ramp, marina, and hiking trails at Mark Twain Lake; one-quarter mile from Rustic Oak Cabin Restaurant; and five miles from a public beach and water park.

This park, with its panoramic view of Hannibal and the Mississippi River, is reached by 244 stairs which begin at the north end of Main Street. At the bottom stands the bronze statue, sculpted in 1925, of Twain’s most memorable and mischievous characters, Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn walking along the banks of the mighty Mississippi River.

Motel rooms, kitchenettes and private bedroom kitchenettes; pool; picnic pavilion; recreation room; boat parking; and fishing ponds. All ground level with ample parking.

We have 45 sites (15 pull-thru) with 30/50 amp hookups, water and sewer. We also have tent sites, showers, laundry, arena campfire, firewood, Wi-Fi, cable, mini-golf, banquet room, pavilion, soft-serve ice cream, Broaster food products and propane refills. Pets must be leashed. We are located nine miles from the Mississippi River. Open year-round.

Located at the junction of Route 61 and Business Route 61; less than 10 minutes from downtown and attractions like the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum. We offer a hot breakfast bar, Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.

The 1896 Queen Anne Victorian home of lumber baron Albert Wells Pettibone, it is located in the historic district of Hannibal, three blocks from downtown.

Four guestrooms with semi-private baths; rooms may be combined to form two suites, each with a private bath.

Our seasonal gardens and front porch await you, along with the uniquely furnished home of yesteryear. Complimentary beverage and sweets at check-in; turn down service at night; triple-sheeted beds; chocolates; and plush, monogram robes.

Victorian mansion on 40 acres with a gazebo, meadows, ponds, walking trails, llamas and wildlife. Eight guestrooms and three cottages for couples or families. Feather beds, whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, hot tubs, and a full breakfast.

We feature art from local artisans. Take home an original painting, photo, piece of jewelry, pottery or turned wood that will become a treasured gift.

Hannibal Arts Council is a community arts agency hosting monthly exhibits, workshops, festivals, special events, performances and community arts programs. Additionally, the council has a gallery where works of local and regional artists are displayed.

Hannibal boasts a strong arts community offering year-round arts programs. The Hannibal Arts Council hosts a full exhibit schedule in its galleries, plus workshops, school touring and dozens of art programs and services.

Hannibal was the boyhood home of Mark Twain, and the author's spirit is alive and well at a variety of attractions around the city. You can visit places such as the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum, explore Mark Twain Cave and Cameron Cave, journey to the top of Cardiff Hill (like Tom and Huck did), take a riverboat ride on the Mississippi River or spend time shopping the city's unique retailers, including several located in the downtown area.

For everyone visiting Hannibal, the adventures of Mark Twain’s days are alive and well. Start with a tour of the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum. Continue in his footsteps as you explore the Mark Twain Cave Complex; find out where he got his pen name as you take a cruise on the Mark Twain Riverboat; enjoy a night of entertainment at one of Hannibal’s live theaters; take in a classic movie at the Star Theatre; visit historic homes, or spend time browsing in the Historic Downtown. With so much to do, you'll have to stay the night in America’s Hometown.

Discover the rich and colorful history of Hannibal. Learn of the region’s river explorers and pioneer settlers, the rise of steamboats and railroads, the Civil War, millionaire lumber barons during the Gilded Age, and architecture of our historic districts. The Hannibal History Museum promotes discovery, learning and an appreciation of Hannibal’s natural, cultural and industrial heritage.

This is an Official Missouri Welcome Center where you will find tourism brochures, maps and highway information. The staff is very knowledgeable about the area and the state. They will answer tourism-related questions; give you driving directions to attractions and areas you wish to visit; and offer suggestions on what to see and do throughout Missouri. The center offers a nice place for a break from driving.

Enjoy a narrated, 14-mile tour of historic Hannibal aboard our trolleys. We stop at all major attractions; you may visit each site and re-board to continue your tour. We operate open air as the weather permit. Shuttle service and private tours are available by reservation for groups. We also are available to make your wedding special and unique.

Open April-October. Tickets: $10.