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Vision User Conference 2026 · June 2–3 · Columbia, Missouri

Travel Guide

Getting to Columbia  ·  Where to Stay  ·  Getting Around

Road Alert
Active construction affects I-70 and downtown Columbia — plan ahead
  • Providence Road bridge at I-70 — demolition May 29–30; I-70 narrows to one lane each direction. Providence Road closed at the interstate through summer. Affects north-south navigation through central Columbia.
  • I-70 widening work zones east (toward St. Louis) and west (toward Kansas City) of Columbia — add 15–30 minutes to your drive time.
  • Hwy 63 southbound (from the south) — Grindstone Pkwy northbound ramps may be closed with detour signage. Southbound ramps unaffected.
Check live conditions → traveler.modot.org
01 · Airports
Flying In
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Recommended COU
Columbia Regional
~15 min from downtown
AmericanORD, DFW
UnitedORD, DEN
To downtown~15 min by car
STL — St. Louis Lambert
More options, lower fares
~2 hours from Columbia
AirlinesMost major carriers
To ColumbiaMOX shuttle or drive
Shuttle fare$60 one-way (online)
MCI — Kansas City
Fine if routing works
~2 hours from Columbia
To ColumbiaDrive or rental car
MOX shuttleNot available from MCI
Best forKC routing only

If you can connect through ORD, DFW, or DEN, COU is the easiest door-to-door option — 15 minutes to the hotel with no shuttle or long drive. STL has more airlines and often cheaper fares; use the MOX shuttle to connect. MCI works if that's where your routing lands, but STL ground options are more frequent.

02 · STL Shuttle
MOX Airport Shuttle
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MOX runs 10 scheduled round trips daily between St. Louis Lambert (STL) and Columbia. Express service runs pickup and dropoff at the MOX office in Columbia. Door-to-door service is available at a higher rate.

Schedule (Express)
STL → Columbia6:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Columbia → STL3:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Ride time~2 hours
Fares
One-way (online)$60
One-way (phone)$65
Round-trip (online)$115
Round-trip (phone)$125

Group discount: First passenger pays full fare. Each additional passenger on the same itinerary pays $50 one-way or $100 round-trip. Two or three people from your company flying into STL can come out cheaper than a rental — especially if you're staying downtown and won't need a car once you're here.

Door-to-door service: $70 one-way / $135 round-trip online, with slightly different departure times. Check moexpress.com for full schedules and to book online.

Reservations: (573) 256-1991 or toll-free (877) 669-4826. Payment required in advance to confirm. Tips not included in the fare. If arriving late, note that the last STL departure is 11:30 PM.

03 · By Car
Driving In
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Three active construction zones affect the drive to Columbia in early June. Add 15–30 minutes to any trip on I-70 and check MoDOT's traveler map the morning you leave.

Providence Road Bridge · Downtown Columbia
I-70 narrows June 2–3 — plan for one lane each direction
MoDOT is demolishing and replacing the Providence Road bridge over I-70. Targeted demolition window is May 29–30, with I-70 narrowed to one lane each direction during work. Providence Road will be fully closed at the interstate through summer — this affects north-south travel through central Columbia. If driving locally between the Hampton Inn area and downtown, you may need alternate routes. Detour signage will be in place.
I-70 East · Toward St. Louis
Columbia to Kingdom City
Between the US 63 interchange and US 54. Two lanes open each direction during the day, but expect reduced speeds and lane shifts through the work zone.
I-70 West · Toward Kansas City
Rocheport to Columbia
14-mile fresh work zone from the Missouri River bridge to US 63. Two lanes open during the day; construction patterns may still be settling in early June.
Highway 63 · From the South
Grindstone Pkwy ramps may be closed
If coming up from Springfield, Jefferson City, or south on Hwy 63: northbound on- and off-ramps at Grindstone Pkwy in south Columbia have construction underway. Watch for signed detour. Southbound ramps are unaffected. The rest of Hwy 63 between Jeff City and Columbia is straightforward.

Check live conditions before you leave: traveler.modot.org

04 · Transportation
Do I Need a Rental Car?
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Staying at The Broadway or Tiger Hotel
Probably not.
The conference venue, restaurants, coffee, and evening options are all within walking distance. A rental would mostly sit in a parking garage. Between the MOX shuttle and rideshare apps, ground transportation is covered without one.
Staying at the Hampton Inn
Plan on a car or rideshare.
The Hampton is about a mile south of downtown — not a comfortable walk. Free on-site parking means no added cost if you have a rental. If you'd rather not drive, rideshare apps work well for the conference commute.
05 · Your Hotel
Hotel Amenities at a Glance
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Find your hotel below for a full rundown of what's available — parking, dining, fitness, and anything worth knowing before you arrive.

Conference Hotel
The Broadway Columbia DoubleTree by Hilton  ·  (573) 875-7000
1111 E Broadway — in the heart of downtown's District neighborhood
ParkingAttached garage · Self-park $5/night (in-and-out) · Valet $12/day
Wi-FiFree throughout the hotel
Fitness centerOpen 24 hours
Business centerOpen 24 hours — printing, computers, calls
On-Site Dining & Drinks
11ElevenFull-service restaurant · Breakfast, lunch & dinner
The Lobby BarEspresso in the morning · Cocktails in the evening · Good spot to work
The RoofRooftop bar · Small plates & cocktails · June 1 evening social is here
Walnut Tower Note

The path from the garage to your room goes: garage elevator → short walk outside → tower entrance (key card access) → tower elevator. A little roundabout the first time — easy once you've done it once.

Downtown · 1 Block from The Broadway
The Tiger Hotel voco by IHG  ·  (573) 875-8888
23 S 8th St — same walkability as The Broadway
ParkingValet $35/day · Self-park $18/day (nearby lot)
Wi-FiIncluded
On-Site Dining
Glenn's CafeCajun/Creole
twainMissouri BBQ & Taproom
The VaultCocktail bar
~1 Mile South · Near Mizzou Campus
Hampton Inn & Suites Hilton  ·  (573) 214-2222
1225 Fellows Pl · Stadium Blvd
ParkingFree on-site
BreakfastFree hot breakfast included daily
PoolOn-site
Wi-FiIncluded
To conference venue~1 mile · Short drive or rideshare

Map centered on The Broadway Columbia, 1111 E Broadway. The Tiger Hotel is one block west; Hampton Inn is ~1 mile south on Stadium Blvd.

06 · Coffee
Coffee in The District
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Columbia has a strong local coffee scene. All of the following are in The District, walking distance from The Broadway and The Tiger Hotel. Hampton Inn guests: a short rideshare away, or grab coffee at the hotel before heading over.

Shortwave Coffee
Generally considered the best coffee in town. Two nearby locations: Alley A (small, cozy roaster) and 9th & Cherry (bigger, food, table chargers — good for working).
Lakota Coffee
Columbia institution since 1992. Roasts their own beans, open late. Reliable and familiar.
Fretboard Coffee
The spot if you care about brew methods — more options than anywhere else in town, including syphon brewing.
The Lobby Bar
At The Broadway. Espresso in the morning, cocktails in the evening. Good for a fast cup before sessions.
07 · Dining
Food Near the Hotels
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Broadway & Tiger Hotel Guests
Downtown Columbia's District
Packed with restaurants within a few blocks — local, chef-owned spots alongside casual favorites. Quick bites, sit-down dinners, late-night options. If organizing a group dinner, make a reservation. Downtown gets busy on weeknights. 11Eleven at The Broadway is better than typical hotel fare if you don't feel like wandering.
Hampton Inn Guests
Stadium Blvd Area
Stadium Blvd has its own cluster of restaurants and fast-casual spots — you don't need to head downtown for a quick meal. For a sit-down dinner or late-night options, downtown is a short drive or rideshare away.
Quick Reference

Key contacts and logistics — Vision UC26 · June 2–3, 2026 · Columbia, MO

Conference Hotel The Broadway Columbia (DoubleTree by Hilton) · 1111 E Broadway · (573) 875-7000 · Self-park $5/night · Valet $12/day
The Tiger Hotel 23 S 8th St (1 block from Broadway) · (573) 875-8888 · Valet $35 · Self-park $18/day
Hampton Inn 1225 Fellows Pl (~1 mile south of downtown) · (573) 214-2222 · Free parking · Free breakfast
COU Airport ~15 min from downtown · American: ORD, DFW · United: ORD, DEN · Recommended
STL Airport ~2 hrs from Columbia · Most major carriers · Use MOX shuttle to connect
MOX Shuttle moexpress.com · (877) 669-4826 · Express pricing: $60 one-way / $115 round-trip (online) · Door-to-door service available at higher rates · 10 daily trips STL ↔ Columbia
Construction I-70 work zones E & W of Columbia — add 15–30 min · Providence Road at I-70 closed through summer · traveler.modot.org
Quick Reference
Hotels
The Broadway (conference)(573) 875-7000
Tiger Hotel (downtown)(573) 875-8888
Hampton Inn (Mizzou)(573) 214-2222
Airports
COU — Recommended~15 min
STL — More options~2 hrs
MCI — Kansas City~2 hrs
MOX Shuttle (STL ↔ Columbia)
Toll-free(877) 669-4826
Express one-way$60 online
Express round-trip$115 online
Door-to-doorHigher rate, varies
Websitemoexpress.com
Road Construction
I-70 (both directions)+15–30 min
Providence Rd at I-70Closed thru summer
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