As the vibrant hues of autumn color the town and crisp breeze blows around the fallen leaves, there’s no better time to enjoy a relaxing fall weekend getaway in Cape Girardeau. With unique places to stay, eat and dine, there are endless possibilities to enjoy a fall weekend treat, filled with scenic beauty, outdoor adventures and moments of relaxation.
STAY
Before arriving in town, be sure to book the perfect place to rest after your fun-filled days. Cape is home to a great mix of accommodations, from large hotels to small, to historic rentals. And, the area’s only boutique hotel, Rockwood Inn, welcomes visitors to Cape Girardeau into a piece of history on Southeast Missouri State University’s campus. Built in 1921 as a private resident, then used by the university for decades, the home has now been renovated into a 7-bedroom hotel with common space – rent the whole house or just a room! For other options, visit the VisitCape Lodging Page.
To truly immerse yourself in the fall season, pitch a tent at Trail of Tears State Park with access to full hookups and basic tent sites. If you own an RV, you’ll have views of the Mighty Mississippi River at the park’s RV site location. What’s more fall than a roaring campfire, roasting marshmallows for s’mores, and waking up to dew on the grass!
EAT
Time to check out the local dining scene. Many local establishments have developed menus inspired by the season’s bounty. Savor a hearty meal and may be even save room for a pumpkin-inspired dessert. Ebb and Flow Fermentations features an inviting outdoor patio, real wood fire pits and often eclectic live music Thursdays through Saturdays. Enjoy the fall foliage and weather while dining on an ever-evolving menu of seasonal features, but you’ll find things like a flatbread with apple butter, smoked chicken and white cheddar, or roasted sweet potatoes with berbere spice, chili aioli and feta! For more dining choices, visit our Dining Guide for delicious options.
DISCOVER
Cape’s Murals are one just aspect of Cape Girardeau’s vibrant arts community. While the fall afternoons bring warm temperatures, enjoy a stroll to appreciate the work and colorful depictions of these larger-than-life murals. There’s the Wall of Fame Mural along the Mississippi River Wall featuring 47 famous Missourians (think President Harry S. Truman and Jesse James). Or, admire the tile mural on the exterior of the Southeast Missourian newspaper building, which took 10 years to develop and two years to complete.
These examples are just a sampling of all there is to do and see in Cape. So, why wait? Plan your fall weekend getaway and immerse yourself in the magical embrace of autumn.
To see a calendar of events and happenings in town, be sure to visit our Events page!