Charming, historic, small town on the banks of the Mississippi. Enjoy all that Historic Downtown Hannibal has to offer!

 
 
 
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November 24th: Small Business Saturday
November 24th: Small Business Saturday

Join us in Historic Hannibal for a Small Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt! Small Business Saturday is the day to celebrate your love for local, small business shops. Skip the mess and madness, and make small business Saturday part of your holiday shopping traditions!

Fall Sidewalk Sale: September 29th & 30th #shoplocal
Fall Sidewalk Sale: September 29th & 30th #shoplocal

Join us in Downtown Hannibal on September 29th & 30th for a HUGE sidewalk sale! Support our local merchants and get great deals! 

What is Steampunk? And why it's such a HUGE DEAL in downtown Hannibal, Missouri.
What is Steampunk? And why it's such a HUGE DEAL in downtown Hannibal, Missouri.

What is Steampunk? And what does it have to do with the land of Mark Twain? Find out more about one of Hannibal’s hottest and unique festivals

 

Events

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Downtown Hannibal is home to many unique festivals from Twain on Main to Chocolate Extravaganza, the Great Girlfriend Getaway to the Haunted Hannibal Halloween Festival, Victorian Festival of Christmas, and many more.

Things to Do

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Shop until you drop, explore historic museums, enjoy classic architecture, relax in our lovely parks, or get a pedicure. There is something for everyone to enjoy in Historic Hannibal!

Food & Drink

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Taste your way through Historic Hannibal with mouth-watering burgers, Midwest Tenderloins, our very own brewery & winery, the first coffee shop west of the Mississippi, fine dining, and more. 

Lodging

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Relax and enjoy in some of the best Historic Bed & Breakfasts our region has to offer and enjoy riverfront views from our downtown hotels. Get the full experience by staying in the heart of the land of Twain!

About Hannibal

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Historic Downtown Hannibal has a rich history and culture featuring many characters alongside our most notable resident, Mark Twain. Learn more about our history, mobility and parking in downtown Hannibal, and planning your stay.

Blog

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Follow the insider updates to upcoming downtown festivals, lists for planning your upcoming trip to downtown Hannibal, features on local Hannibalians, and more.

 
 
 
Let is snow! Let it snow! Let is snow! 29 Days until Christmas and there's nothing like a white Christmas Season in downtown Hannibal. Don't miss the Jaycees Christmas Parade this Saturday, December 2nd at 6pm and Journey to Bethlehem begins this Friday, November 20th at 5pm. For more downtown Christmas Happenings visit www.HistoricHannibalMO.com/christmas #historichannibal #visithannibal #hannibalmo #high5hannibal #quincyil #missouriadventure #visitmo #marktwain #showmestate #mo #explore #showme #supportlocal #community #shoplocal #lovehannibal #wanderlust #travelgram #instatravel #travel #adventure #whitechristmas #christmas #letitsnow
We have had so many reasons to love living in Hannibal this fall from all the beautiful fall colors, fall festivals, and more. ❤️ 🍁 🎃 #historichannibal #visithannibal #hannibalmo #high5hannibal #quincyil #missouriadventure #visitmo #marktwain #showmestate #mo #explore #showme #supportlocal #community #shoplocal #lovehannibal
We’re in love with these new planters donated to downtown Hannibal! 😍🍂 Thanks to Scott Haycraft, Continental Cement, Salt River Master Gardeners, Larry & Detsyl Welch, and Green America for your generous donation. #historichannibal #visithannibal #hannibalmo #high5hannibal #quincyil #missouriadventure #visitmo #marktwain #showmestate #mo #explore #showme #supportlocal #community #shoplocal #lovehannibal
Don't miss your chance to the see some classic riverboats in Historic Hannibal this season! Here is the remaining 2018 Riverboat docking times: 10/3: 1-6p America Riverboat 10/7: 1-6p Queen of the Mississippi 10/14: 2-6p America Riverboat 10/18: 2-6p Queen of the Mississippi Riverboat docking times are subject to change. Please call 573-221-2477 or visit www.VisitHannibal.com for the latest updates.
Sidewalk Sales start tomorrow! Don't miss your chance to get some great deals at our local merchants in downtown Hannibal and check out the Fall Main Street Vintage Market. For more information click here www.historichannibalmo.com/article/fallsidewalksale2018
Fall is here and we are so excited! Save the date for these fun fall events: 🍂9/29-9/30: Fall Sidewalk Sales & Main Street Vintage Market 🍂10/6: Jaycees Haunted House opens (every Friday and Saturday in October) 🍂10/9: Hannibal Band Day Parade 🍂10/13: Hannibal Oktoberfest 🍂10/20-10/21: Historic Folklife Festival 🍂10/26: Ghouls Night Out 🍂10/27: Living Dead Windows, Jaycees Halloween Parade, and NEMO Humane Society Pet Parade 🍂10/31: Main Street Trick or Treat and DARE Trick or Treat For more information on downtown events please visit www.HistoricHannibalMO.com/events
Sidewalk Sales are this Saturday and Sunday! Don't miss your chance to get some great deals at our local merchants in downtown Hannibal and check out the Fall Main Street Vintage Market. #historichannibal #visithannibal #hannibalmo #high5hannibal #quincyil #missouriadventure #visitmo #marktwain #showmestate #mo #explore #showme #supportlocal #community #shoplocal #steamboat #rivercruise #mississippi #riverboat
Fall is here and this weekend is the perfect time to start celebrating in downtown Hannibal! Enjoy Sidewalk Sales for our downtown merchants and a Main Street Vintage Market this Saturday and Sunday. For more information click here www.historichannibalmo.com/article/fallsidewalksale2018 #historichannibal #visithannibal #hannibalmo #high5hannibal #quincyil #missouriadventure #visitmo #marktwain #showmestate #mo #explore #showme #supportlocal #community #shoplocal #lovehannibal