Location: Kansas City
Top Things to do in Kansas City
Top 7 Traveler Resources in Kansas City, Missouri (MO)
The home of swing and bebop for some, "The City of Fountains" to others, Kansas City is different things to different people. Music enthusiasts are drawn to the jazz clubs and old haunts of famous musicians such as Charlie Parker and Count Basie. With more fountains than Rome, there is ample opportunity for scenic strolling from fountain to fountain. Stop along the way to discover interesting neighborhoods and browse through eclectic shops. Families are particularly attracted to the city because of its child-friendly events and venues. Science City features hands-on exhibits including a mock television studio where kids can deliver a weather forecast, while the Zoo houses impressive African and Australian exhibits plus an IMAX Theater. The city's museums cover everything from the history of jazz music to a celebration of African American baseball players. Once a trading post for pioneers heading to the Western United States, today Kansas City is a burgeoning metropolis with activities and attractions for visitors of all ages and interests.
Restaurants in Kansas City
1. Hallmark Visitors Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 471 reviews
Discover how a teenager from Nebraska tucked two shoeboxes of postcards under his arms and set out to create an iconic company in Kansas City. More than 100 years later, our billion-dollar brand contains a diverse portfolio of six businesses. Combined with one of the world’s largest creative communities, Hallmark helps to foster a more emotionally connected world. From our timeline walking visitors through Hallmark’s humble beginnings, to famous collaborations with U.S. presidents, world leaders, and famous artists, to samples of our current products customers have grown to love, come visit us and be immersed in the world of Hallmark at our Visitors Center.
Reviewed By Schisler1978
We were in KC for my son's wedding and had some spare time. We so enjoyed the Hallmark Visitor's Center and learning about the humble beginnings of the company. We love Hallmark movies and products. This gave us a new appreciation for the company. The short film at the beginning is a great way to start your tour. The museum itself is filled with such great history, not just of Hallmark, but of our country. So much of the history is intertwined with Hallmark products. I would highly recommend spending some time here.
2. National Archives at Kansas City
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Explore our exhibit galleries, watch Democracy Starts Here (11 min film), make rubbings of famous signatures, research your family history and more!
3. Kansas City Public Library
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4.5 based on 212 reviews
The Kansas City Public Library system consists of a central library, nine physical branches, a digital branch, and an outreach services program serving a constituency of over 250,000 in Kansas City, Missouri. In addition to providing library services to residents, the Library also serves as a resource for the 1.7 million metropolitan residents of greater Kansas City.
Reviewed By Sigamalolo
This very unique Library was once a bank. The parking garage is designed to look like a giant shelf of books. Even the steps look like books. Inside the Library is beautiful, upstairs is an incredible room for kids. On Saturdays they show movies Inside the old vault. There is a coffee shop available, it is well worth the visit.
4. Kansas City Convention Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By DaleK415
Bartle Hall is the largest convention Center in Kansas. It typically hosts large conventions, trade shows (cars, boats, outdoor gear, etc.). There is adequate parking nearby and several amenities for food and drink within walking distance. There are several hotels close by as well. The venue itself has the normal snack food/bar concessions which vary by type of event.
5. KCI Expo Center
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3.5 based on 14 reviews
6. Red Bridge Branch Mid-Continent Public Library
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
7. Waldo Branch Library
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3.5 based on 2 reviews
