Popularly known as the setting for the Wizard of Oz, Kansas City is a true-blue city in the American Midwest. The city offers visitors a plethora of exciting experiences – gushing fountains, parks, live music venues, museums, and amazing cuisine. Whether you’re following the Yellow Brick Road or on a travel adventure of your own, Kansas city will not disappoint.
Places to visit in and around Kansas
National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial
Visit Kansas City's National World War I Museum to view an extensive collection of letters, artifacts, films, and other items of historical significance between 1920 and the present day. The museum stands near Liberty Memorial, a stupendous Egyptian-style monument that pays tribute to the people who served and died during the war.
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art contains an astounding 34,500 pieces of artwork. Essentially spanning 5000 years of humanity, the museum preserves fascinating pieces such as ceramics from ancient Chinese tombs, pathbreaking contemporary art, African art, American and European paintings, and the Native American gallery.
Union Station
The iconic Union Station built in 1914 is an important landmark in Kansas City. The station underwent a complete overhaul in 1999 and transformed into a vibrant city center complete with restaurants, stores, and other services. While the railway services became smaller (it now functions as an Amtrak stop), the station continues to bring people from the town together. Union Station is also home to great locations such as Science City, the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium, and the Regnier Extreme Screen Theater. It is also close to great hotels such as OYO Hotel Eastin Riverwalk.
Science City
Enjoy a fun and educational day out with the family at the popular Science City in Kansas. All the exhibits are interactive where children can observe and understand concepts such as Force and Motion, the properties of food and water, the science of astronomy, and the wonders of the natural world.
Arabia Steamboat Museum
Visit the Arabia Steamboat Museum to view rare artifacts and collectibles from the Civil War. The steamboat sank on its way back to Kansas City in 1856. 130 years later, an amateur archaeologist discovered the shipwreck underneath a cornfield. A museum was set up to exhibit some of the most fascinating Civil War artifacts found on the ship.
Hallmark Visitors Center
Travel back to the history of the greeting card at the Hallmark Visitors Center. The Center documents the story of how Joyce Hall came to build and consolidate the legendary Hallmark industry.
Westport Neighborhood
If you enjoy a good walk in a new city, Kansas’ Newport Neighborhood is the best place to be. Newport - one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city – is home to the Harris House Museum, chic stores, fantastic restaurants, concerts, and numerous cruises that set out on the Missouri River.
American Jazz Museum
When in Kansas, don’t miss out on a visit to the historic Jazz District here. Kansas City is famous for producing some of the most influential jazz musicians – Charlie Parker, Count Basie, and Big Joe Turner, to name a few. The museum contains an excellent collection of memorabilia like Ella Fitzgerald’s gown, vintage mixing boards, and sounding stations. Make sure to catch a jazz night at the Blue Room, a popular Jazz Club in the area.
Food in Kansas City
A trip to Kansas City would be incomplete without sampling the famous BBQ. Visit Joe’s Kansas City Barbeque to try the best in the city. Pizza fans should try the delectable pies at II Lazzarone.
Getting to Kansas City
Kansas City International Airport operates flights from all major cities in the US and Canada. Visitors can also reach the city via the smaller Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport. Those taking the train can take daily Amtrak trains from Chicago, Los Angeles, and St. Louis. Visitors can drive to Kansas City by taking the interstate 435.
Best Accommodation in Kansas City
If you are looking for a comfortable stay at the best rates, look no further than the OYO hotels in Kansas City. Equipped with a vast array of services and amenities like free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee maker, comfortable beds, ensuite bathroom among more. For your next stay in Kansas City, book OYO Hotels for a comfortable and convenient stay experience.