After February’s winter weather, we’re likely all ready for some Spring time. Check out three of our favorite places to catch early glimpses of the new season in Cape Girardeau. The Mississippi River Front Downtown Cape Girardeau is a beautiful place to get out and enjoy warmer temps, especially along the river front and the ... Read More
From the city’s original namesake, French officer Jean Baptiste de Girardot, to architectural and cultural influences, Cape Girardeau is among several communities along the Mississippi River whose French heritage is alive and well. In honor Mardi Gras, we’re exploring some of that heritage with three places you can experience it firsthand in the city’s downtown ... Read More
For African American History Month, we’re exploring Cape Girardeau’s trove of related historical sites. Due to ongoing construction at the historic Common Pleas Courthouse, visitors cannot currently enjoy Ivers Square. This area will soon be a remarkable addition to the history of Cape Girardeau! Say abreast on the updates and come visit these exciting downtown ... Read More
Love is in the air this month, and that makes it a popular time for marriage proposals. A recent survey found that as many as 6 million couples get engaged on Valentine’s Day each year*. If you’re pondering a future trip down the aisle (or just like to admire scenic views), check out some of ... Read More
Visit Cape is thrilled to introduce to you our newest employee, Emily Hagan! Emily has joined the team as our Office Administrator. She’ll likely be the first Visit Cape member you’ll interact with should you come in our office or call us up. Emily is responisible for helping visitors begin their Cape Girardeau adventure, keeping ... Read More
In honor of #NationalPlanForAVacationDay, so we’re sharing our top tips for day-trip excursions around Cape Girardeau. Whether you’re an out-of-town visitor or an area resident looking to explore, follow this quick guide for planning the perfect day-cation. And don’t forget to check out www.visitcape.com’s planning tools for more options on where to eat, stay and ... Read More
Four family-friendly activities to get you out of the house and active this month This can be a tough time of year for getting out and about, especially for families. The busy holiday season is over. The weather can be unpredictable. But there are still fun activities and exciting things to see and do ... Read More
Do you love our local restaurants? We sure do! We also love to show off the cuisine from our local spots through images of some of their dishes. The next time you stop to grab a bite at your favorite restaurant, snap an image of your delicious dish and send it to us to be ... Read More
