15 Ways to Have a Great Girlfriends’ Getaway in Missouri

Founded in 1859, this is the country's oldest botanical garden in continuous operation. It is a National Historic Landmark with 79 acres of gardens and historic structures.

Outdoor and indoor displays include the Climatron tropical rain forest; Kemper Center for Home Gardening; Japanese Garden; George Washington Carver Garden; historic Tower Grove House; Stephen and Peter Sachs Museum; and the seasonal Doris I. Schnuck Children's Garden.

At this park, giant, billion-year-old granite boulders stand end-to-end, like a train of red circus elephants. Spend some time reading the names and comments carved into the red granite by 19th century miners who worked in the area.

A self-guiding trail (with Braille signage) winds among these geologic wonders and takes you past what remains of the long-dead mining operation.

Set on 970 acres of lush, rolling hills and windswept meadows, Powell Gardens–Kansas City's botanical garden–offers breathtaking display gardens, interesting architecture and a nature trail.

Besides being a gardening enthusiast's dream, Powell Gardens offers unique contemporary architecture. The Marjorie Powell Allen Chapel, designed by architect Fay Jones, offers a quiet place for reflection and inspiration.

Their staff is trained in all aspects of the menu and wine service, with an emphasis on understanding and respecting the kitchen. Their chef uses local purveyors when possible, and our menu features produce, cheese, meat, and value-added products from Columbia and the surrounding area.

 Sycamore is a comfortable and stylish downtown restaurant with an open kitchen and spacious dining room.

Located in the Missouri Ozark Mountains overlooking Table Rock Lake, Big Cedar Lodge is a remote haven of natural beauty and outdoor adventure. With genuine Ozarks hospitality and unmatched attention-to-detail, this premier wilderness resort has received numerous awards including being named the number one resort in the Midwest by Travel and Leisure magazine.

The resort features a collection of lodges, cottages and cabins offering the perfect place to relax with friends after a day on the lake. Big Cedar is home to numerous world-class restaurants and attractions like a breathtaking spa, championship golf, an expansive shooting facility and the brand new Fun Mountain, a 50,000-square-foot activity center. 

At the first AAA Four Diamond hotel in St. Charles, the 397 luxurious suites are comfortable and versatile with oversized baths, sunken living rooms and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Missouri River or the city of St. Charles.

A luxury spa escape is just moments away. Featuring a captivating 7,000 square foot design, innovative spa experiences, state-of the-art fitness center, spa boutique and star quality service, ara spa offers a unique spa destination for hotel guests and Missouri locals. Come discover why ara is the highest rated luxury spa in the area.

Located just steps from the famed Country Club Plaza, The Raphael Hotel is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel with European style elegance and charm. Housed in a significant historic landmark, The Raphael delivers a unique blend of vintage hospitality with highly individualized service. 

The hotel's signature restaurant, Chaz on the Plaza, features an award-winning wine list that complements the fresh, seasonal menu of Executive Chef Joe Cizek.