South of Route 66 is the Ozark Plateau, with many forests, a very undulating hills and beautiful lakes. Worth a trip to the countless small villages are especially the autumn when the leaves change color colorful, very beautiful.

In Jefferson City, Missouri’s state capitol of Missouri is, this place is certainly worth a detour. Jefferson City is located on the Missouri River.

Moreover, lying almost directly off of Route 66, the Meramec Caverns, you can hardly miss this. Even for miles is being advertised with large posters for the caverns.