With some great road trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to explore all that Columbia, 25 miles away, has to offer. Mizzou Arena should be high up on your list here. Columbia Mall and Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium are fantastic attractions too. Situated 30 miles away, Macon is another popular option. If you visit, make sure you check out Maples Repertory Theatre, Long Branch State Park and West Winery.