There’s always something new to see and do in Missouri.
From cool new theme park rides to sports action and nature, here’s a roundup of must-see recently opened attractions not to be missed:
Northeast
THE JOKER: Carnival of Chaos, St. Louis
Try out the new ride at Six Flags St. Louis, THE JOKER: Carnival of Chaos, one of the world’s tallest pendulum rides, standing at an impressive 17 storeys. With a top speed of 75 miles per hour, the giant disk swings back and forth, progressively getting higher and higher as it spins. It’s an exciting, chaotic thrill ride.
Museum of Illusions, St. Louis
A fascinating world where nothing is quite as it seems. Book tickets at the Museum of Illusions, which includes illusion rooms, mind-bending installations that will puzzle your perceptions, optical illusions, holograms and more.
The Rawlings Experience, St. Louis
Visit The Rawlings Experience at Rawlings’ world headquarters, located at Westport Plaza in St. Louis. With free admission, sports fans and athletes will have the opportunity to swing the latest Rawlings bats, custom design a glove and explore artifacts from baseball’s greatest highlights and careers.
AAA Motor Speedway, Owensville
Race at AAA Motor Speedway (Missouri’s second longest go-kart track) in Owensville, Missouri. Providing an exciting and safe environment, the curves and straightaways are enjoyed by drivers of all ages and skill levels.
Southeast
Ed Clarke Museum of Missouri Geology, Rolla
Illustrating the geological history of Missouri, the Ed Clarke Museum of Missouri Geology has a collection of rock, mineral and fossil displays. Admission is free, and guests can see some unique displays, including a meteorite found in a nearby small town, a mammoth tusk, and a fluorescent minerals display.
Central
Museum of Art and Archaeology, Columbia
Located at the University of Missouri campus, the Museum of Art and Archaeology has newly renovated galleries showcasing history spanning six continents and six millennia. The museum’s collections boast more than 16,000 objects, and the exhibitions include permanent and rotating exhibits, ranging from ancient artifacts to contemporary art. Admission is free, and visitors can opt for a self-guided visit or a guided tour (with a group of five or more).
Southwest
Immersive Disney Animation, Branson
Step into ‘a whole new world’ at Immersive Disney Animation in Branson. This innovative celebration takes you inside your favorite movies from Walt Disney Animation Studios, extending from the earliest, groundbreaking cartoons to the hit movies of today. Offering tickets for individuals, families and groups, guests will feel as though they’re in the films themselves.
Northwest
The Rabbit hOle, Kansas City
The Rabbit hOle in Kansas City takes adults and children alike ‘down the rabbit hole’ quite literally. Upon entering this immersive museum, visitors enter an enchanting world of children’s literature. Spanning three floors, the multi-sensory, narrative landscape provides places to read and explore as the popular children’s books come to life. You can catch a ride with Nana and CJ on the bus to the “Last Stop on Market Street;” scale the cliffs of “My Father’s Dragon;” slide down a massive foot from the poem “Me and My Giant;” and much more.
Origin Hotel, Kansas City
This boutique hotel is the first-ever hotel on the Berkley Riverfront and is steps from the Missouri River. It features pet-friendly rooms and suites, locally inspired art and furnishings, and farm-to-table dining at their on-site restaurant Show Pony. The Origin Hotel is a comfortable retreat that feels like home.
