* Hannibal Attractions *
Places of Interest in Hannibal (selection)
Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum - Come visit the true boyhood home of one of life's best authors. See the home as it was when Twain lived here. Self-guided tours include several different structures, Adults $6, Children 6-12 $3.00 - 208 Hill Street, 573-221-9010
New Mark Twain Museum & Gift Shop - New Mark Twain Museum & Gift Shop is located at the corner of Main and Center Streets, this newly restored structure houses an art gallery featuring 15 original Norman Rockwell Paintings which were used as illustrations for special editions of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. The New Museum gift shop features unique items of both Mark Twain and Norman Rockwell, as well as a complete gift line.
Mark Twain Himself Live Show - Laugh along with Tom Sawyer and catch a glimpse of America through the eyes of Huckleberry Finn. It's great theater, hilarious comedy and heartwarming drama performed the historic Mark Twain Hotel at 200 South Main. Call box office for dates and times, 573-231-0021
Mississippi Riverboat Cruises - Cruise this nostalgic riverboat from the landing at the foot of Center Street, up and down the river for one or two hours at a time. See our famous river town from the boat that bears the name of its most famous citizen...Mark Twain. Food and drinks are available during cruises, reservations needed only for two-hour dinner cruises. One hour cruises at 11am, 1:30pm, and 4pm $10.00 Adults, $7.00 Children. Dinner Cruise at 6:30pm $27.95+tax Adults, $19.95+tax Children (ages 3-12). 573-221-3222.
Optical Science Center and Museum - This nationally recognized, one-of-a-kind science center is great fun for the entire family. The hands-on learning station provides first hand optical demonstrations. Both adults and children will enjoy playing with light rays, 3-D posters, eye tests and fun optical trickery. Have fun with all the great optical illusions that are sure to trick your eyes! 214 North Main. Adults $3.50, Children 2.00. Call or Fax (573) 221-2020 for more information.
Mark Twain Cave and Annex - Experience the excitement of traveling through Missouri's oldest show cave and one of the state's largest caves. Take a one-hour tour through Mark Twain Cave and see the cave as Mark Twain did. Stop in at Treasure Hollow for a unique demonstration of candle carving and to visit specialty shops located there. Stop in at Olivias's Ice Cream Parlor and restaurant and the Rock Shop where you can join the fun of panning for gemstones. Located one mile south of downtown on Highway 79. Open 8am - 8pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day; 9am-6pm April, May, Sept and Oct; 9am-4pm Nov-Mar. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Tours are a 1 hour easy walk (no steps). Adults $12, Children 5-12 $6.00, ages 4&under Free. For information call (573) 221-1656 x22.
Cameron Cave - Cameron Cave, Missouri's newest show cave, offers you a different and exciting underground adventure. You'll see the cave nearly as it was when first discovered. The tour lasts one-and-one-forth hours and several visitors on the tour will get to carry a lantern. A two-cave discount between Mark Twain Cave and Cameron Cave is available through the Mark Twain Cave Visitor's Center. Adults $14 Children 5-12 $7. Call (573) 221-1656 for more information.
Mark Twain Outdoor Theatre - This delightful two-hour pageant is presented by 25 local actors who unfold the story of Mark Twain and his famous characters. Episodes from Tom Sawyer, Huckleberry Finn, and Life of the Mississippi come alive in a very special way. Dinner-Theater combinations available. Theatre - Adults $14+tax, Children under 10 $8+tax, Dinner and Theatre - $23.95+tax/$13.95+tax Call: (573) 221-2945 or (573) 985-3581 for more information.
Hannibal Trolley Company - Join us for and old fashioned trolley ride. Step back into history with us and relive the adventures of Mark Twain's days in Hannibal. On the tour, you will hear about the history of Hannibal, see sites, and be allowed to stop and visit several of our local attractions. Located at the corner of Main and Bird Streets. Adults $7.00, Seniors $6.50, Children 5-12 $4.00. Call (573) 221-1161 for more information.
Twainland Express Sightseeing Tour Trains - RIDE THE TRAIN! Let the sights and sounds of a trip on Twainland's "Choo-Choo" (Hannibal's only passenger train) take you away for the best of historic Hannibal. Expert guides combine colorful anecdotes, humorous stories, and well-researched historical facts to provide a unique, fun, and educational tour. Adults $7.10, Seniors $6.85, Children 5-16 $5.10. Family rates available. Prices shown include tax. Call (573) 221-5593 or toll free 1-800-786-5193 for more information.
