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Jefferson City

Jefferson City stands proudly at the center of Missouri, where the state’s past and present come together along the banks of the Missouri River. As the capital city, it offers a unique blend of civic grandeur and small-town warmth, with impressive architecture, a walkable downtown, and a landscape shaped by the river bluffs. Visitors will find a city steeped in history but full of fresh energy—perfect for exploring, learning, and relaxing at your own pace.

Did You Know?

• Jefferson City is one of only four U.S. capitals named after a president—and the only one named after a founding father.
• It’s one of the few state capitals not served by an interstate highway, adding to its relaxed, small-town feel.
• The Capitol building is topped with a statue of Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture—but the original statue was once blown off by a tornado!
• The city’s first Capitol building burned down in 1837 after being struck by lightning; the current structure was completed in 1917
• The Katy Trail runs directly through Jefferson City, with a dedicated pedestrian/bike bridge connecting trail users to downtown.
• In 2013, USA Today readers voted Jefferson City "Most Beautiful Small Town in America."
• The city is home to one of the few remaining 19th century German American neighborhoods, known as “Old Munichburg”, with shops, restaurants and restored architecture.
• The Governor’s Mansion is one of the oldest continuously occupied governor’s residences in the U.S., and tours are available seasonally.