Come and explore

Historic Boonville, Missouri.

From beautiful river scenes and stately century homes, to delicious dining, wineries, trails, museums, a casino and shopping - there are many "discoveries" to be made and fun around every corner.

Plan your day over a delicious breakfast at
The Bobber Cafe!

The town of Boonville was officially incorporated in 1839, but it all started back in the early 1800's when Daniel Boone's sons discovered a salt lick and set up shop to sell this much needed commodity to pioneers. You can visit the Missouri State Park's Boone's Lick State Historic Site located northwest of Boonville and see where it all began.

Boonville sits high on bluffs overlooking the "Big Muddy", otherwise known as the Missouri River. It is in central Missouri, halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City on Interstate Hwy 70.

Boonville's population is 8438 (2007). To learn more about the Boonville community visit the official city web site, www.BoonvilleMo.org.

You'll find a broad range of hometown dining, shopping, lodging and services by taking a tour through the Boonville Chamber of Commerce Business Listings at the Boonville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Discover Boonville's rich history. Read an overview on the official City of Boonville web site.

Boonville boasts over 450 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Research listings at the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

For information on touring Boonville and the surrounding areas see www.mo-river.net and click on the "Tourism" link.

Here you will also find a self-guided tour of historic sites.

If you're a Civil War buff, be sure to check out the Civil War Tours in Boonslick County. Learn about the First Battle of Boonville, June 17, 1861.

For information on local live performances, art shows and other cultural events visit Friends of Historic Boonville or see the calendar page at the Boonville Tourism Commission.

Bicyclists, runners and walkers enjoy the Katy Trail which meanders through Boonville. Katy Trail State Park is built on the former corridor of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT) Railroad (better known as the Katy). It runs almost 200 miles across the state. See Missouri State Parks for more information.

The Historic Boonville Katy Bridge.

Rivers and streams abound in and around Boonville. Enjoy fishing, canoeing and camping. Franklin Island Conservation Area is an ideal site to visit for outdoor activities. It is located just two miles north of Boonville. See the Missouri Department of Conservation web site, www.mde.mo.gov, and type in "Franklin Island" in the search box to get detailed information.

Sunset...time to refuel and reminisce at
The Bobber Cafe!