Where is Hannibal, Missouri

Hannibal is a historic city in northeastern Missouri, located in Marion County along the Mississippi River. It is about 100 miles northwest of St. Louis and 25 miles southwest of Quincy, Illinois. The city is best known as the boyhood home of author Mark Twain and for the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum overlooking the Mississippi River.

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Where is Hannibal Located?

Hannibal is a city located in Marion County, Missouri, the United States. It sits along the Mississippi River in northeastern Missouri, about 100 miles northwest of St. Louis and roughly 25 miles southwest of Quincy, Illinois. Hannibal is part of the tri-state area around the Mississippi River and lies near the Illinois border. The city is located at approximately 39.708° North latitude and 91.358° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 17,108 residents. Hannibal covers about 16.21 square miles, or 41.98 square kilometers, including land and water. The city was founded in the early 19th century and incorporated in 1845. River transportation, railroads, manufacturing, and trade helped Hannibal grow into an important regional community. Hannibal is famous as the childhood home of Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. Many places in the city inspired settings in his novels, including the fictional town of St. Petersburg. The Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum is the city's best-known historic attraction. Other landmarks include the Mark Twain Cave, Rockcliffe Mansion, and the scenic Mississippi River waterfront. U.S. Route 36 and U.S. Route 61 provide major road connections to St. Joseph, St. Louis, and other cities across Missouri.

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Distance from Hannibal, MO to Nearby Cities

• Quincy, IL – 25 miles (40 km)
• Palmyra, MO – 12 miles (19 km)
• Bowling Green, MO – 25 miles (40 km)
• New London, MO – 15 miles (24 km)
• Monroe City, MO – 25 miles (40 km)
• Keokuk, IA – 60 miles (97 km)
• Columbia, MO – 90 miles (145 km)
• Jefferson City, MO – 100 miles (161 km)
• St. Louis, MO – 100 miles (161 km)
• St. Joseph, MO – 165 miles (266 km)
• Kansas City, MO – 180 miles (290 km)
• Springfield, IL – 100 miles (161 km)
• Jacksonville, IL – 70 miles (113 km)
• Decatur, IL – 125 miles (201 km)
• Des Moines, IA – 230 miles (370 km)

Top Attractions in Hannibal

• Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum – A historic collection of buildings connected to Samuel Clemens, the author who became famous as Mark Twain.
• Mark Twain Cave – A limestone cave south of Hannibal associated with Mark Twain and featured in the history of the region.
• Rockcliffe Mansion – A historic early 20th-century mansion overlooking the Mississippi River and the city.
• Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse – A landmark on Cardiff Hill offering views over Hannibal and the Mississippi River.
• Mississippi Riverfront – A scenic waterfront area with walking paths, river views, historic sites, and access to river recreation.
• Big River Train Town – A local attraction celebrating Hannibal's railroad heritage and regional transportation history.
• Mark Twain Riverboat – A sightseeing attraction offering cruises and views of the Mississippi River near Hannibal.
• Huckleberry Park – A large community park with walking areas, sports facilities, playgrounds, and recreational space.

Airports Near Hannibal

• Quincy Regional Airport (UIN) – 30 miles
• Kirksville Regional Airport (IRK) – 65 miles
• Columbia Regional Airport (COU) – 100 miles
• St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) – 110 miles
• Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) – 110 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official Hannibal city website and local government records.

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