A look at area heritage and culture is available at the Cape River Heritage Museum, 538 Independence St.; phone (573) 334-0405. The city contains many scenic parks. Ivers Square overlooks the Mississippi, while Capaha Park boasts a notable rose garden. A scenic portion of I-55 runs 57 miles north from Cape Girardeau to St. Mary.
Visitor Centers
Cape Girardeau Convention and Visitors Bureau 220 N. Fountain St. Cape Girardeau, MO 63701. Phone:(573)335-1631 or (800)777-0068
Self-guiding Tours
A pamphlet outlining a walking tour of historic downtown Cape Girardeau is available from the convention and visitors bureau.