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Popular places to visit

Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden
Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden is just one of the places to see in Kansas City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Catch an event at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Worlds of Fun
Ride roller coasters, get wet on the water slides and explore the world in a day at this family amusement park.

Kauffman Stadium
Catch an event at Kauffman Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Crown Center
During your trip to Kansas City, you can do some window-shopping at Crown Center. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Kansas City Zoo
Take a trip through an African plain, as well as meeting animals from other parts of the world, at this city zoo.
Things to do

Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting

Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour

Kansas City Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds

Kansas City Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Park Central-Research Park

Loews Kansas City Hotel
Staff were wonderful. M
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
My only issue is they don't have ceiling fan on the room and for a woman dealing with menopause and the room was at a standing 68 degress, i was so upset that i forgot my fan. Everything else was beautiful i just wish at the temp that the outdoor pool had been open.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
The hotel was very nice and the room was spotless. Decor throughout was upscale and all staff members I encountered were friendly. The restaurants were all good to great with the exception of the Burger Joint, where I encountered slow service and an unkempt dining area. The casino was tight, but ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

American Inn North Kansas City
The room was great, and adorable. I enjoyed the tub.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Hotel Savoy Kansas City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
i really appreciated that the hotel had my room ready early and also provided me with the extra roll-away bed in my room. Staff were always friendly too. I would definitely come back. My only note would be that i didn't really care for the scent of the lobby. It did not smell pleasant. Like a musty ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam
Great location, bed, linens, all that stuff with moderate pricing.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Park Central-Research Park

Southmoreland
While visiting Southmoreland, you might make a stop by sights like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

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.

Plaza Westport
Though Plaza Westport may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

Westport
Visitors highly recommend Westport for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Riot Room while you're in town.

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.

Sunset Hill
While Sunset Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Museum of Toys and Miniatures and Kansas City Repertory Theatre.



