Click here to visit the Main Street Hannibal Cam! Welcome to Hannibal, Missouri America's Hometown! For everyone visiting Hannibal, the Adventure of Mark Twain’s day is alive and well. Start with a tour of the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum, then continue in his footsteps as you explore the Mark Twain Cave Complex, find out where he got his pen name as you take a cruise on the Mark Twain Riverboat, then get ready for a night of entertainment at one of Hannibal’s live theaters or take in a classic movie at the Star Theatre. All of this along with historic homes, like the childhood home of the Titanic’s Molly Brown, and Rockcliffe Mansion awaits you in historic Hannibal Missouri. Hannibal also features fine, and family dining around town at many of our great locally owned restaurants. With all of this, why not spend the night right here in “America’s Hometown.” Choose from one of our fine hotels, motels or world class Bed & Breakfasts! Photo of Fireworks with Riverboat by Bob Greenlee © 2007 Visit the Main Street Hannibal Cam!

View Our New Hannibal Guide! Beau Hicks, Executive Director of the Hannibal Convention and Visitors Bureau has announced the launching of Hannibal’s first interactive Visitors Guide. “This will be a great way for potential visitors to immediately be able to view our latest visitors guide in a very easy and interactive way.”  Click on the image or link above and experience our Hannibal Guide online.

Hannibal Today

Today, we have more parks per citizen than most towns in the Midwest, and our trail system is growing yearly. Hannibal is a wonderful place to hike, or bike. Boaters will find easy access to the Mississippi, as well as local lakes. Hannibal has grown into a thriving haven for artisans, and is included in the famous 50 Miles of Art. Fifty Miles of Art includes a scenic drive on Highway 79 and focuses on the growing art communities of Hannibal, Louisiana and Clarksville. Hannibal is home to numerous world-class artists and craftsmen.

Each year there are two studio tours (one in the Spring, and one in the Fall) that hightlight artists and their studios. If you like history, you'll love Hannibal. It's rich history comes to life when you walk the streets of downtown, or take a walking tour of Hannibal's beautiful historic homes. Start at the Hannibal Convention and Visitors Center for more information on walking tours.

Hannibal boasts a diverse industrial economy that includes the production of agricultural chemicals, food products, rubber and plastic products, electrical and automotive equipment, and various other manufactured goods. The many businesses in Hannibal provide friendly service, with a strong work ethic. You'll find wonderful and uniqe shops that are found only in Hannibal.

No matter what you choose to do you will find our town of nearly 18,000 very accommodating. I'm sure you will agree that Hannibal is a magical experience for individuals and families alike.

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Contact Mary Sexton for Group Tour Information

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