Mark Twain Memorial Bridge, Road bridge across Mississippi River in Hannibal, US
The Mark Twain Memorial Bridge spans the Mississippi River with four traffic lanes connecting Missouri and Illinois. The structure uses a truss design that extends approximately 1,370 meters across the water.
The original bridge opened in 1936 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt and served as a crucial link between the states for decades. The current structure replaced it in 2000 to meet modern traffic demands.
A stone carving of Mark Twain greets travelers at the Missouri entrance, honoring the author who grew up in Hannibal. This tribute shows how deeply the town connects its identity to the writer's presence here.
The bridge carries Interstate 72 and U.S. Highway 36, making it a major crossing point over the river. Traffic can build up during peak hours, so plan your crossing accordingly.
The bridge eliminated a dangerous sharp curve on the Missouri approach, which had caused safety concerns for decades. The wider design with modern safety features made crossing significantly safer for drivers.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Mark Twain Cave
3.6 km
Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum
630 m
Rockcliffe Mansion
1.4 km
Mark Twain Memorial Bridge
664 m
Lock and Dam No. 22
12.5 km
Wabash Bridge
1.2 km
Hannibal Old Police Station and Jail
1 km
Mark Twain Historic District
585 m
Buildings at 207–209 South Main St.
882 m
Riverview Park (Hannibal, Missouri)
1.9 km
Eighth and Center Streets Baptist Church
1.3 km
Standard Printing Company
779 m
John Garth House
7.1 km
Davidson Building
766 m
Central Park Historic District
1 km
Robert Elliott's Wholesale Grocery
882 m
Maple Avenue Historic District
1 km
Marion County Courthouse
1.3 km
Ilasco Historic District
6.2 km
Hock Building
804 m
North Main Street Historic District
626 m
Digel Block
874 m
Broadway District
795 m
Ebert-Dulany House
1.1 km
Saverton School
11.1 km
Green Double House
890 m
Benjamin Horr House
791 m
Haunted Hannibal Ghost Tours
668 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes