Kansas City

Travel Guide

Union Station showing landscape views, a high-rise building and a city
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts showing modern architecture and interior views
Starlight Theatre which includes theatre scenes and heritage architecture
Kansas City featuring a park, a bridge and a river or creek
Liberty Memorial featuring night scenes

With art galleries, farmers markets, jazz clubs, state-of-the-art sports stadiums, theatres and a zoo, there’s never a dull moment in this city, whose residents love barbecue and sports.

Visit the buzzing districts, markets, museums and performing arts venues of Kansas City, Missouri. Kansas City’s diversity has prompted many nicknames since first being settled in the 1820s. Come and see why it’s known as the Barbecue Capital of the World, City of Fountains, Gateway to the South and Paris of the Plains.

Downtown Kansas City blends entertainment with business activities of the Financial District. Admire architectural landmarks including the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Central Library and KCMO City Hall. Select from more than 50 bars, cafés, restaurants and barbecue joints in the Power and Light District. Enjoy live cultural performances at Folly Theater, KC Live! and the Sprint Center.

Bordering downtown’s southern edge is the Crossroads Arts District, where boutiques, galleries and restaurants occupy spruced-up warehouses. Watch ballet, Broadway, opera and rock shows at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. On the Missouri River’s banks is the city’s oldest neighborhood, River Market. Visit the Arabia Steamboat Museum and browse food and retail stalls at the 150-year-old City Market.

Travel south to Penn Valley Park, home to the Liberty Memorial and the National World War I Museum and Memorial. See hands-on attractions at Science City at Union Station. Spot colorful ocean life at Sea Life Aquarium. Continue south to the nightlife district of Westport or scrutinize the exhibits at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

Relax at Swope Park, which has the Kansas City Zoo and the open-air Starlight Theatre. Attend an NFL game at Arrowhead Stadium and a baseball game at Kauffman Stadium. Across the state border in Kansas City, Kansas, are Children’s Mercy Park soccer arena, Kansas Speedway and Schlitterbahn Kansas City Waterpark.

Reach Kansas City by flying to Kansas City International Airport, located 20 miles (32 kilometers) north of downtown. The free KC Streetcar makes traveling in and around the downtown area effortless and fast.

Where to stay in Kansas City

Union Station showing landscape views, a high-rise building and a city

Downtown Kansas City

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Kansas City. You can visit top attractions like Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland and Kansas City City Hall, and jump on the metro at Metro Center Station or North Loop Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown Kansas City
Country Club Plaza

Country Club Plaza

Notable for its shopping, restaurants and live music, Country Club Plaza is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Kansas City. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art or Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

Country Club Plaza
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Power and Light District

The ample dining options and great live music are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland or T-Mobile Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Power and Light Tram Stop to get around town.

Power and Light District
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South Kansas City

If you're spending some time in South Kansas City, Swope Park and Bay Water Park are top sights worth seeing.

South Kansas City
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts showing theatre scenes and interior views

Crossroads Arts District

4/5(1 area review)

Crossroads Arts District is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Crossroads Tram Stop or Kauffman Center Tram Stop to explore sights like Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.

Crossroads Arts District
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art featuring a garden

Midtown - Westport

Unique features of Midtown - Westport include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Uptown Theater or Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art while you're exploring the area.

Midtown - Westport
Loews Kansas City Hotel

Loews Kansas City Hotel

4 out of 5
1515 Wyandotte Street, Kansas City, MO
The price is €214 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€214
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,745 reviews)
"Wonderful experience"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Loews Kansas City Hotel
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

3.5 out of 5
11828 NW Plaza Circle, Kansas City, MO
The price is €94 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
€94
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,555 reviews)
"Rooms were very nice and up to date."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
American Inn North Kansas City

American Inn North Kansas City

3.5 out of 5
1211 Armour Rd, North Kansas City, MO
The price is €68 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
€68
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in North Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (1,012 reviews)
"Very inexpensive property. Probably because the bathroom door would not close completely and I pointed out to someone who I thought was a housekeeping supervisor that the ceiling above the toilet next to the bathtub appeared to have mold. Nothing was done about that during our 4 day stay. Otherwise, ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

American Inn North Kansas City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Historic mansion in the Scarritt Renaissance District

Historic mansion in the Scarritt Renaissance District

KCMO
Stay at this vacation home in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)
"Our group stayed at the mansion for a week and it was amazing. The house is huge enough to be a lovely place to relax and for kids and adults to have space to be in the same place. Full kitchen, well-equipped, and clean, well-kept rooms. Ross and Angela were terrific hosts. We had a large group- ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Historic mansion in the Scarritt Renaissance District
Newly Renovated Stylish 3rd Floor Apartment 5 mins from Country Club Plaza

Newly Renovated Stylish 3rd Floor Apartment 5 mins from Country Club Plaza

Kansas City
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Crown Center and GEHA ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Perfect Spot in KC
"Had a great stay and will absolutely be back anytime I'm in the area. The apartment is super cute, easy to access, has comfy beds, and a great location."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Newly Renovated Stylish 3rd Floor Apartment 5 mins from Country Club Plaza
NEW LISTING! Home with a POOL, PARK, and close to Arrowhead & Kauffman!

NEW LISTING! Home with a POOL, PARK, and close to Arrowhead & Kauffman!

Blue Springs
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Blue Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Metro East Tennis Center ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
The pool was set up for the family to enjoy
"This is a great house, with plenty of room for a family to enjoy. Especially the basement was a surprise and a great entertainment area for us"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

NEW LISTING! Home with a POOL, PARK, and close to Arrowhead & Kauffman!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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