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Downtown Cape Girardeau market with flowers and pumpkins for sale.

Fabulous Fall Day in Cape

Fall is a season that beckons cozy sweaters, hot apple cider, and a gentle reminder to slow down and savor the simple pleasures of life before the craziness of the holidays is upon us. VisitCape has developed a curated list of fall-inspired stops throughout town. Morning Stroll on a Trail The day begins with a ... Read More

Cape’s Murals

You’ve probably driven or walked by them hundreds of times,but have you stopped long enough to really appreciate the murals that decorate our town? And, if you haven’t ventured to the other side of the tracks, you may not have known we are home to a new river wall mural, serving as a beautiful welcome ... Read More

Take Your Dog For a Walk…or a Treat!

Cape is definitely a pet-friendly town! There are many places that welcome pets including restaurants and parks. Local wineries Hunter Valley Winery and River Ridge Winery offer ample outdoor seating areas and often have live music on the weekends and welcome the furry members of your family. Katy O’Ferrells Irish Pub and Restaurant’s sidewalk seating ... Read More

Romantic backdrops: Exploring the city’s most scenic locales for marriage proposals and weddings

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

Day-cation Planning

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

Be a Tourist in Your Hometown: Claire Bruce

Claire, the creative force behind Sloan+Themis, has put together a weekend full of food, entertainment and more – take it away Claire! Being a Cape Girardeau local is a fairly recent thing for me. I spent part of my childhood 90 miles south of here. We would often travel back and forth to Cape for dining and ... Read More

Be a Tourist in Your Hometown: Jeanne Muckerman

Jeanne Muckerman might be Cape Girardeau’s biggest fan, and what better person to share her highlights of Cape Girardeau? “Cape Girardeau really has something for everyone,” Muckerman says. “Whether you enjoy nature, history, the arts, dining out or shopping, this city has something to offer. We have beautiful parks and opportunities to take in the ... Read More

Be A Tourist in Your Hometown: August Birk

It’s National Travel & Tourism Week, and a handful of locals who love Cape Girardeau were kind enough to tell us their favorite parts of our River City!  First up is Mr. August Birk; if you don’t know him, you’ve probably seen one of his wood carvings around town (his carving of Louis Lorimier at ... Read More
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