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For Visitors

Welcome to Independence, Missouri, the Queen City of the Trails in the heart of our nation. We are the perfect destination for your next daytrip, girls weekend, or family vacation. From pioneer trails to President Harry S. Truman and those who stayed, we are rich in Great American Stories. Your trail for the next chapter in the great American story awaits in Independence, MO.

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Where to Stay

If there’s one characteristic the people of Independence share, it’s our warm and welcoming nature. So get ready for us to roll out a red carpet of goodwill for your visit. Whether you’re staying in one of our Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, RV Parks or Campgrounds, we plan to give you a friendly greeting and an authentic dose of small town Americana with big city convenience.

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An image of the Enchanted Forest sign with two pine trees and animals lit up at nighttime.

Enchanted Forest 2024

Friday, October 25, 2024
7:00pm
George Owens Nature Park
Entertainment, Family Activity, Holidays, Outdoor
Image of fall leaves outside of the Vaile Mansion in Independence, Mo

Vaile Mansion Macabre Tours

Friday, October 25, 2024
7:00pm
Vaile Mansion
Entertainment, Holidays, Outdoor
A police officer waves to the crowd from the top hatch of a Police response vehicle during the annual Halloween Parade.

Halloween Parade

Saturday, October 26, 2024
10:00am
Truman Courthouse
City-Wide, Entertainment, Family Activity, Holidays, Outdoor
Image of fall leaves outside of the Vaile Mansion in Independence, Mo

Vaile Mansion Macabre Tours

Saturday, October 26, 2024
7:00pm
Vaile Mansion
Entertainment, Holidays, Outdoor
An image of the Enchanted Forest sign with two pine trees and animals lit up at nighttime.

Enchanted Forest 2024

Saturday, October 26, 2024
7:00pm
George Owens Nature Park
Entertainment, Family Activity, Holidays, Outdoor
Looking up at the statue of President Truman walking with his cane on the east side of the Historic Truman Courthouse in Independence, Mo.

Independence Historic Preservation Division 2nd Saturday Autumn Architecture Tours: The Gunfight on the Independence Square

Saturday, November 9, 2024
10:00am
Truman Courthouse
City-Wide, Entertainment, Outdoor