Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway or a traveler just passing through Missouri, the Bowling Green community offers a variety of interesting and compelling tourist attractions. Among them are a chocolate factory, antique stores, an historic home and museum, fishing lakes, campground, a world-renowned smoked meats producer, and an Amish community featuring handcrafted woodworking and baked goods.
Located along the Avenue of the Saints, Bowling Green is in the center of a hub of activity with metropolitan St. Louis just one hour south, Mark Twain’s Boyhood Home in Hannibal just 30 minutes to the north, Mark Twain Lake and Clarence Cannon Dam lies 30 minutes to the northwest and the Mississippi River a short 10 minute drive to the east.
Plan extra time in your trip – you’re sure to find some new attractions in and around Bowling Green that you won’t want to miss!
Upcoming Events:
Pike County Fair: July 24 – 28, 2012
Champ Clark Heritage Festival: Sept. 8, 2012
Christmas in the Green: Nov. 15 – 17, 2012