Columbia (Missouri)

Columbia is a bustling college town in Missouri, halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City (Missouri) | Kansas City. It is home of the University of Missouri, Columbia (better known as 'Mizzou') as well as two other post-secondary institutions Stephens College and Columbia College.

How to travel to Columbia (Missouri)

By car

The city is accessible from Interstate 70, exit numbers from 121 east to 131. From the north and south, use U.S. Highway 63.

If you choose to drive, it'll take about 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours from/to St. Louis Lambert International Airport miles 112, and about 2 hours and 15 minutes to 2 hours and 30 minutes to/from Kansas City International Airport miles 150}}. Long-term parking is around $8/day at St. Louis airport and around $7/day at Kansas City airport.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Columbia (Missouri)

• Columbia Regional Airport IATA Flight Code: COU - 38.818056, -92.219722 Columbia Regional Airport - A655022 The city's own small airport. American Airlines offers non-stop service to Chicago-O'Hare and Dallas/Fort Worth. United offers non-stop service to Chicago-O'Hare and Denver International.

 MO-X] (pronounced 'moe-ex') operates an airport shuttle service that does door-to-door pick-up/drop-off from town to airport (St. Louis and Kansas City airports) & vice versa for about $44 each way, $82 round trip. It takes roughly two hours to reach St. Louis airport IATA Flight Code: STL and a little longer for Kansas City airport IATA Flight Code: MCI}}. It's rather slow is you use door=to door pick-up/drop-off, since it'll make many stops to pick up passengers.

Travel on a Bus in Columbia (Missouri)

• Greyhound. Bus station at 611A Big Bear Blvd.

How to get around in Columbia (Missouri)

There is a public bus system, COMO Connect, but the downtown area is very small, so you can easily get around on foot.

What to see in Columbia (Missouri)

The Columns GPS 38.946279,-92.328779 University of Missouri Quad . The Columns on the Quad of the University of Missouri campus are the second-most photographed landmark in Missouri, right behind the St. Louis Arch.

• Museum of Art and Archeology 115 Business Loop 70 West 38.967363, -92.338975 Mizzou North ☎ +1 573 882-3591 Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9am-4pm Saturday-Sunday, Noon-4pm Closed on Mondays and University holidays Free Has a fascinating collection of everything between ancient Southeast Asian sculpture to paintings by famous Missourians.

• Also on campus, close to the Quad, is the Ellis Library, which houses the /index.shtml State Historical Society of Missouri.
• The interesting and unique architecture of the Columbia Public Library, located just west of downtown at the junction of Broadway and Garth Avenue, is a sight to see. While you're there, enjoy a good book and a cup of coffee from the coffee bar located in the lobby.
• The Shelter Insurance Garden is located off of Ash Street, just before Stadium Boulevard. The gardens feature many different types of plants and flowers, along with beautiful sculptures, ponds, and a historic schoolhouse (circa 1800s).

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Columbia (Missouri)

• 'Katy Trail State Park' is a great outdoor resource for bikers and joggers. The MKT Nature and Fitness Trail starts in downtown Columbia (accessible near Providence and Locust and at Providence and Stewart). It stretches about miles 9 from downtown Columbia to McBaine. There the MKT connects to Katy Trail State Park, which travels across Missouri from St. Charles to Clinton following old railway lines. Several of Columbia's parks also connect to the MKT, including Flat Branch Park, Forum Nature area, and Hinkson Woods Natural History Area. There are plans to use federal grant money to extend this trail system further.
• 'Rock Bridge Memorial State Park', miles 7 south of Columbia, offers outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, caving and so on. Devil's icebox in the park is a great getaway during the hot summer days. A short walk will take you to the mouth of the cave and the chilled air will cool you off.
• 'Finger Lakes State Park'.
• 'Ragtag Cinema' is an unusual fusion of a high-minded arthouse cinema with a playful, lively organic juice hall. Showing the best national, international, and locally created films.
• Jewell Cemetery State Historic Site.
• Those interested in rock climbing will want to check out Capen Park. Capen park is well-visited by the local climbing community. Capen Park is located near the intersection of College and Stadium for those arriving by car, but may be visited via Columbia's trails for those who choose to walk, jog, or bike.
• 'The Blue Note' historic theater, located on North 9th street in the downtown area. Thit is a small theater that accommodates around 800 people. This venue always features top new music acts. Regardless what type of music you like, it features acts from country, ska, rock, alternative, indie, metal, comedy, hip hop, blues, etc. Some top acts that have visited the Blue Note include 311, Megadeth, Snoop Dog, Blues Traveler, Public Enemy, Ice T, Red Hot Chili Peppers. It also showcases local favorites like Gravity Kills and The Urge. Enjoy the dance floor and none-alcoholic drinks from the extensive café. Minors are also welcome, however some shows have a small extra charge.

• Cooper's Landing | 11505 Smith Hatchery Road ☎ +1 573 657-2544 - This stretch of land on the Missouri River is a lovely place to go hiking, walking, or to eat (Thai) food. It's a 10 minutes drive from south Columbia and is located on the Katy Trail.

Events & festivals

• True/False Film Festival occurs during the last weekend of February; it is a documentary film festival showcasing local, regional and international films.
• Roots North Blues North BBQ Festival is a yearly, dual stage festival featuring a mix of local and big name acts ranging from folk to rock. Numerous food vendors tending to specialize in the BBQ arts. Occurs late Sept.
• Summerfest shows
• Citizen Jane Film Festival

Shopping in Columbia (Missouri)

• Downtown Columbia is a major area for shopping and restaurants. Downtown Columbia, sometimes referred to as "The District" is centered on the junction of Broadway and Ninth Street, and extends for several blocks in each direction. Locally owned stores, a variety of restaurants and theaters, parks, and the nicely landscaped campuses of the area colleges are all within walking distance from the downtown area.

Columbia Mall Stadium Boulevard at Interstate 70. the largest mall in the mid-Missouri area, and contains many of the typical mall stores available around the nation.

• There are also new shopping developments available south of the mall on Stadium Boulevard.

Halal Restaurants

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• Shakespeare's Pizza on 9th and Elm - GPS: Some seriously good Pizzas and a goofy collegetown-like atmosphere.

• Booches on 9th Street has great burgers, supposedly the best Burgers in the nation. No known link to prove the claim, but they have a piece of newspaper framed on the wall that says so. One thing is sure and they really have great burgers. They go to church on Sundays.

• Addison's - An American Grill 709 Cherry St. a locally owned, affordable restaurant featuring "Americana" type food: unique sandwiches, burgers, Pastas and a few slightly more expensive entrees. Has a good and soft-drinks selection and very comfortable atmosphere. One of the local favorites is the "crab rangoo dip" appetizer.

• Bangkok Gardens on the junction of Ninth St. and Cherry, close to campus. A local favorite for (Thai) food.Atmosphere is refreshing and the cooks let you order your food on a "hotness scale of 1 (low) to 10 (very hot). It is also known for serving water out of their signature tin cups.

• Cafe Berlin International Focuses on organic options. Everything from coffee to salads is offered in organic options along with fresh squeezed juices. The breakfast menu contains tried and true favorites along with a variety of international options. Lunch is served as well.

• Chim's (Thai) Kitchen located at Cooper's Landing in nearby Easley Another option for (Thai) food. The food is served out of a trailer parked by the Missouri River, and there is often a band playing on summer nights which makes for a very fun filled evening.

• Ernie 10th and Walnut A great 1950s themed diner, open for breakfast and lunch. Very crowded on weekends so be prepared to wait.

• Murry's close to the junction of Green Meadows and Providence A locally owned restaurant with a flair for jazz. During most evenings and there is a live jazz piano and occasionally has a live Jazz band play (participates in the "we always swing" jazz series wing.org/]) The atmosphere is kind of dark, crowded (due to its popularity). The food is excellent with a menu that ranges from the affordable (sandwiches and burgers) to more higher end entrees.

• Sophia's South Providence Road A restaurant owner by the same group that owns Addison's. The higher mid-range restaurant offers an excellent atmosphere, and a menu that features many diverse Pasta. some unique to the area. Sophia's also has nice options and an excellent dessert menu.

• Main Squeeze 9th Street The only Vegetarian restaurant in central Missouri, and it's quite popular with the lunch crowds. The cafe also serves breakfast.

• The Root Cellar on Broadway Serves up local foods and produce, but is not entirely Vegetarian.

• Sports Zone | 2200 I-70 Drive Southwest ☎ +1 573-445-8383 - Sports Zone Restaurant and Grill's casual upscale atmosphere encourages everyone to relax and have a great time while catching sports action on high definition flat screen TVs placed throughout the restaurant.

• Flat Branch is Columbia's original micro-brewery, serving a plethora of house made brews and a few home-made sodas. It offers a wide variety of tasty food items for reasonable prices. Can be crowded.
• The Heidelberg (a.k.a. the 'Berg) is a bar/hangout close to campus that is enjoyed by many young students. Has a nice outdoor patio on the second floor. Go toward the restroom, and you'll find the stairs going up. Has good happy hour deals (e.g., buy one appetizer, get one free). It was burned down in October 2003 but has opened again.
• Quinton's, Ninth Street. Good happy hour deals with some exceptional sandwiches, and there is never a cover. Best jukebox in the state.

• Broadway Brewery - 816 East Broadway $$ Local brewery, started by some of the same folks from the Root Cellar. Solid selection of house brews, along with a good sampling of non house soft drinks, and a menu showcasing locally grown and raised food stock.

• Sycamore | 800 E Broadway Corner of Brodway and 8th ☎ +1 573 874-8090 Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 2PM, 5PM Monday - 10PM Combining local ingredients, swanky atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable wait staff, along with a heaping dose of excellent management. One of the true gems of Columbia's culinary scene. Dinner can be a bit pricey, but lunch is a steal for the quality. Rotating taps from all over the world and a wide selection of local and not so local none-alcoholic drinks, along with monthly organic juice and dinners.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Columbia (Missouri)

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The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Columbia (Missouri) is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Columbia (Missouri).

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Nearly every national hotel chain has a location in Columbia, with more being added seemingly all the time. It is quite common for hotels in Columbia to be booked full on University of Missouri football weekends.

• Holiday Inn | 2200 I-70 Drive, S.W at the Stadium exit right off I-70 and just minutes away from the University of Missouri campus ☎ +1 573-445-8531 - Pet Friendly Hotel.

• Comfort Suites | 1010 W. Business Loop 70 ☎ +1 573 443-0055 From $79 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: 11AM Indoor heated swimmingpool and wireless high-speed Internet access.

• Ramada Inn | 901 Conley Road 38.9594, -92.2932 ☎ +1 573 443-4141 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: 11AM Outdoor pool, free breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access.

Stay Safe

Columbia is generally a safe, quiet, low-crime city. However, in recent years and there has been a slight rise in crime due to the city's rapid growth. Violent crime is common. Petty crime (i.e. and theft) is the most-common crime in Columbia. Simple common sense should keep you out of trouble. Petty theft, including from automobiles, is a slight problem on the MU campus. The best advice is to not leave anything of value in plain sight in a parked vehicle.

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Columbia (Missouri)

• The historic Santa Fe Trail started nearby, with its starting point at the small town of Boonville (Missouri) | Boonville. Parts of the trail are preserved as a unit of the United States National Park System|national park system ].
• The Missouri State Capitol is a half hour south in Jefferson City.

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