Posted in Missouri January 14, 2022 by Rebecca

Plan A Trip To Hannibal, One Of Missouri’s Most Charming Historic Towns

Interested in soaking up the history and charm of Missouri? Well, it doesn’t get more historic or charming than Hannibal, Missouri, whose claim to fame is being the birthplace of famous American novelist Samuel Clemens, aka Mark Twain. And if you’ve read Twain’s books like “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” or “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer,” visiting Hannibal is a must — the small, rustic town had a clear influence on his writing style.

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Hannibal, which is about 100 miles north of St. Louis on the Mississippi River, is very proud to be the birthplace of Mark Twain.

One of the most popular sights is the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum. In addition to learning all about Twain's life and exploring his childhood home, you can also see several original Norman Rockwell paintings.

Rockcliffe Mansion is another popular tourist spot. This absolutely stunning mansion was constructed in 1900 by lumber baron John J. Cruikshank, Jr. and overlooks the Mississippi River. It now offers guided tours so you can spend hours perusing this massive, beautiful house.

But maybe you'd rather get on the Mississippi River yourself instead of viewing it from the shore. Luckily, the Mark Twain Riverboat will take you for a cruise as you soak up the sights of the river and learn about Hannibal's history.

Of course, one of the sheer joys of visiting Hannibal is just enjoying the vibes of this pretty, rustic town. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and art galleries to try in the town.

Have you ever visited Hannibal, Missouri? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments! For another charming town in Missouri, check out our previous article.

Address: Hannibal, MO 63401, USA