Mark Twain used many of the places in Hannibal as inspiration for his most beloved novels, including The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Walk in Mark Twain's footsteps as you explore the place he immortalized in his famous literature.

Attractions include: Mark Twain's Boyhood Home (one of America's earliest home preservation projects), Mark Twain Cave (Missouri's oldest show cave), Mark Twain Riverboat, Historic Downtown Main St., Molly Brown Birthplace & Museum, Hannibal History Museum, Rockcliffe Mansion, Sawyer's Creek Fun Park, and Big River Train Town.

The area also has many natural attractions, including Mark Twain Lake, the Mississippi River, and public parks included on the National Register.

Festivals draw thousands and include National Tom Sawyer Days – an ABA Top 100 Events Winner; Autumn Historic Folklife Festival; Just Girls Weekend; 2nd Saturday Art Walk, Music Under the Stars, 50 Miles of Art and the Big Buddy Bass Tournament.

The Hannibal area includes a wide variety of lodging opportunities, including campgrounds, hotels/motels and Bed & Breakfasts. Over 800 lodging rooms are in the Hannibal area.