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10 Can’t-Miss

Experiences

FROM THE MAYOR

Regions &

Neighborhoods

Dining

Sports & Outdoors

HistoricAL Sites

KCK ICONIC

EXPERIENCES

Entertainment

THEMED Trails

A City of Murals

Maps

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Mayor Tyrone Garner’s

Can’t Miss KCK

Kansas City Kansas – A place where we’ve got all that and more

On behalf of Kansas City, Kansas and all the many businesses and residents in our awesome community, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our great city. If you are looking for some of the most friendly folks in the region, we’ve got that. If you are looking for an abundance of dining and delicious food options—we’ve got that. If you’re looking for exciting entertainment venues, we’ve got that. If you are looking for phenomenal shopping opportunities, we’ve got that. If you are looking for a community that is rich in heritage and culture, we’ve got that. From our resurgent east to our dynamic west, there are tons of areas to explore, embrace, and create positive lasting memories. Above all else, it is my opinion that Kansas City, Kansas is a great and safe place to live, work, and raise a family…Yes, we’ve got all that.

Sincerely, Tyrone A. Garner, Mayor/CEO

Unified Government of Kansas City, KS/Wyandotte County

1

WYANDOTTE COUNTY LAKE

A 400-acre lake with boat rentals, kids’ fishing pond, picnic shelters and more.

2

ROSEDALE MEMORIAL ARCH

Paying tribute to soldiers who served our country in WWI. It includes a monument honoring World War II, Korea and Vietnam conflicts.

3

KCK BBQ

Kansas City is home to arguably the world’s best barbecue.

4

VILLAGE WEST SHOPPING

Deals can be had at the open-air Legends Outlets and explore Cabela’s, and Nebraska Furniture Mart.

5

JOHN BROWN STATUE

Near the heart of the city, this statue pays tribute to John Brown, one of the nation’s early-day opponents of slavery.

6

KCK TACO TRAIL

A guide to 50+ places to eat tacos, check in, and get rewards. KCKTacoTrail.com

7

ARGENTINE

NEIGHBORHOOD

Home to one of the largest murals in the state. The Anthology of Argentine mural was created by seven artists over three months.

8

PIERSON PARK

IN TURNER

A peaceful public park and fishing lake with tennis courts, a splash pad, and motorcoach parking.

9

KANSAS CITY KANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Theatre productions, music performances,

an art gallery, and community events are

open to the public.

10

LEWIS AND CLARK AT KAW POINT

The Expedition camped here for three days in 1804. There’s a park, a trail, and a great view.

regions & neighborhoods

Kansas City, KS is a city of neighborhoods comprised of five unofficial regions:

Downtown, Northeast, Midtown, West, and South. The city derives its personality from small communities and neighborhoods offering a unique blend of hospitality, diverse cultures, fun experiences, and an endless variety of things to do. Find the sights, sounds and tastes that await you around every corner of our city.

downtown

Downtown Kansas City, KS encompasses several neighborhoods including Strawberry Hill, Fairfax, and Central Avenue. Since 1889, Downtown has been the commercial hub and heart of the city. The Downtown business district is home to City Hall and Memorial Hall, a historic concert and entertainment venue. Learn about the area’s history at the Wyandot National Burying Ground or tour the Avenue of Murals.

Fairfax is the site where the B-25 Bombers were built during WWII. Celebrating its centennial in 2022, the area is believed to be the first planned industrial district in the country.

Strawberry Hill is a quaint neighborhood with a strong Eastern European heritage. Stop by the Strawberry Hill Museum and Cultural Center to learn more about the nationalities of the immigrants that made the area their home.

Central Avenue is thriving with Latino businesses offering authentic flavors from Mexico and Central America. Don’t miss La Placita Market from May to September, where you can browse colorful vendor booths for fresh produce, locally made products and tasty treats.

HIDDEN GEMS

Walk along the river where the Lewis & Clark Expedition camped on June 26, 1804, at the Lewis and Clark Park at Kaw Point

Head to Strawberry Hill for the best collection of neighborhood watering holes. You’ll find nearly a dozen local hangouts offering a selection of craft beer, friendly faces and chill vibes.

Find an art gallery in an architecture firm or hear a symphony in the middle of the street at Third Friday Artwalk, from May through October. Each month features an ever-evolving line-up of artists, performers, and activities.

northeast

The Northeast represents a significant part of Kansas’ history in the fight for freedom and equality. The neighborhood is rich in history and home to many historic churches and Black-owned businesses along Quindaro Boulevard.

The former town of Quindaro was a once-bustling Civil War-era free port of entry into Kansas and a stop on the Underground Railroad. The archeological ruins serve as a monument to racial harmony and to freedom and can be viewed from a stone platform at the Quindaro Ruins Overlook. In 2019, the federal government designated Quindaro as a National Commemorative Site. Today, visitors can see fascinating artifacts, documents and photographs and hear the stories of the people who settled in the town by visiting Quindaro Underground Railroad Museum. Nearby is one of the oldest statues of John Brown, a famous Kansas abolitionist.

HIDDEN GEMS

Learn about the only legislated Black high school in the state of Kansas at the Chester C. Owens Sumner High School Alumni Room featuring photos, trophies, school newspapers and books written by alumni.

Drop in for a slice or two of Mr. Wilson’s famous pizza at Wilson’s Pizza. The hometown diner has been serving the community for many years and makes you feel welcome as you walk through the door.

No jazz musician was more innovative than Kansas City, Kansas native Charlie “Yardbird” Parker. Check out a unique memorial to the alto sax master at Big Eleven Lake.

The Black Lives Matter Mural is a community funded mural, created by Kansas City, KS artists and father-daughter duo Lucky and Anita Easterwood.

MIDTOWN

Midtown is where country life meets city life. The neighborhoods here are populated with longtime residents who live in the homes where they were born and raised. In Midtown, you will discover an array of locally owned restaurants that have been serving Kansas City, KS families for generations. In the Muncie neighborhood, you can visit the oldest farmhouse in Kansas, Grinter Place Historic Site. The home belonged to Moses Grinter and his wife Annie, who operated a trading post and ferry across the Kansas River.

Head west to Wyandotte County Lake Park to enjoy the beauty of nature in the 4,560-acre park offering trails, boating and camping. At the park’s entrance, don’t miss the first dual Korean-Vietnam War Memorial. Nearby, visit Mr. And Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Environmental Library, an interactive library and nature center featuring educational and recreational opportunities for kids of all ages.

HIDDEN GEMS

Kansas City Kansas Community College welcomes visitors. The Art Gallery promotes socially captivating art exhibits featuring local and national artists. While visiting make sure you check out the newly installed mural depicting the history of Kansas City, KS, and the college.

Bring home a taste of Kansas City, KS from MeMa’s Old-fashioned Bakery. Signature items include traditional English Walnut Povitica, authentic German Apple Strudel and their famous giant cinnamon roll.

Want to experience a little country in the heart of the city? Watkins “C” Ranch is just your spot! Enjoy the beauty of nature while riding horseback on a trail, at a private event, or just to take in the outdoor life. The beautiful surroundings will not disappoint.

Venture off the beaten path and find yourself at the Piano Technicians Guild Foundation Jack Wyatt Museum. The museum houses the piano that was onstage at the Ford Theatre the night of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination.

west

West Kansas City, KS is ready-made for visitors with shopping, dining, and a trifecta of sports venues to get your heart racing. Kansas Speedway welcomes tens of thousands of fans for the thrill of NASCAR racing. Next door at Children’s Mercy Park, soccer fans cheer on two professional teams: Sporting Kansas City of Major League Soccer and KC Current of the National Women’s Soccer League. Baseball fans love the family-friendly offerings and splendid views at Legends Field, home to the 2021 American Association Champion Kansas City Monarchs.

Kansas City, KS is a premier shopping destination with can’t miss stops at Legends Outlets, Cabela’s and Nebraska Furniture Mart. Visitors can stay in the heart of all the action at any of the surrounding hotels, including Great Wolf Lodge, an indoor waterpark resort and Chateau Avalon, a boutique hotel featuring uniquely themed rooms.

Nearby, the communities of Edwardsville and Bonner Springs offer several unique local restaurants and shops.

HIDDEN GEMS

Get your speed on at Lakeside Speedway, a 40-year Friday night tradition. The four-tenths-mile semi-banked oval dirt track features USRA Modifieds, Grand Nationals, USRA B-Mods and Factory Stocks.

Enjoy all things apple at Cider Hill Family Orchard. The 25-acre orchard features 1,000 apple trees where you can pick your own apples, take a hayride, fish in the pond or try apple slushes and apple cider donuts.

Concerts and fun for more than 30 years, Azura Amphitheatre is an open-air venue that provides a great fan experience. There’s not a bad seat, featuring 6,700 reserved seats and an expansive lawn seating area.

south

South Kansas City, KS is home to the long-standing and culturally rich neighborhoods of Rosedale, Turner, Argentine and Armourdale. Much of the city’s original growth began around this area. The railroads drew many families from Mexico beginning in the late 1800s, making the Argentine and Armourdale neighborhoods some of the first Latino communities to form in the Kansas City area.

The Argentine neighborhood is home to landmarks such as the Argentine Mural. Armourdale is home to several Mexican restaurants and Bichelmeyer Meats, a Kansas City tradition since 1946. Rosedale sits along the state line on the southern boundary of Kansas City, KS and is home to KU Medical Center, and the growing 47th Avenue corridor, home to several iconic neighborhood restaurants.

HIDDEN GEMS

The Rosedale Memorial Arch offers some of the best views of Kansas City. The 1923 veteran memorial is a scaled-down verson of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris and pays tribute to local World War I soldiers. In 1993, a monument was added to honor soldiers of WWII and the Korean and Vietnam conflicts.

Boulevard Drive-In is one of the only drive-ins in the metro and the first 4K drive-in cinema experience in the world. Enjoy all your favorite snacks while viewing the latest movies under the stars.

Feast on an oversized tenderloin sandwich, a mouth-watering burger or delicious shake at Christy’s Tasty Queen. This nostalgic drive-in diner has been serving customers for more than 40 years.

The Armoudale Hike & Bike Route is a 1.3-mile stretch of the Kaw River levee. The trail runs along the Kansas River and provides beautiful views, including an island frequented in the winter by nesting eagles.

BARBECUE IS ALWAYS A HIT

A little patience and slow-cooking are what make these local joints stand out. Everyone has a favorite and you can’t choose one if you don’t try them all!

You can find a full list of barbecue joints on our website.

Woodyard BBQ

3001 Merriam Ln

This BBQ joint is nothing short of legendary, as seen on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, as well as Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations. At Woodyard BBQ, you’ll find sandwiches, spare ribs, hot wings, and a piping hot bowl of burnt-end chili. They have a flavorful pulled pork sandwich that is hard to beat. You can’t go wrong with any of their sides so good luck choosing!

Jones Bar-B-Q

6706 Kaw Dr

A Kansas City tradition, Jones’ Bar-B-Q offers sausage, rib tips, burnt ends, and beef. A must-stop for those who enjoy smoked meats and their family’s secret BBQ sauce (made daily from scratch) is Deborah “Little” and Mary “Shorty” Jones’ restaurant. After nearly three decades, the sisters are still carrying on their father’s legacy. Stop by to buy a bottle of Jones Bar-B-Q Sweet & Tangy BBQ sauce to pour over ribs, chicken, or pork. Made with love in Kansas City.

Slaps BBQ

553 Central Ave

Slap’s BBQ (Squeal Like a Pig) offers a variety of daily specials, including Taco Tuesday (burnt end tacos with sauteed peppers, onions, and a spicy taco sauce), Wing Wednesday and spicy fried chicken Thursday. Slap’s actively competes on the KCBS circuit, participating in between 25 and 35 contests each season to stay sharp and skilled. Try the winning dishes for yourself.

Rosedale Barbecue

600 Southwest Blvd

Rosedale Barbecue has been serving delicious, slow-smoked meats and welcoming customers for more than 70 years in Kansas City, KS. This destination offers down-home cuisine in a casual environment. Enjoy a Flying Pig (half of a BBQ chicken plus three rib bones) or a delicious and mouth-watering basket of burnt ends and fries (often heralded as the best fries in KC!). Rosedale’s BBQ sauce is a spicy, mildly hot family recipe that compliments the meat to a tee. Try it with a side order of coleslaw today!

Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que

3002 W 47th Ave

In 1996, a BBQ restaurant opened inside a little neighborhood gas station at 47th Avenue and Mission Road in Kansas City. The Z-Man, slow-smoked beef brisket with smoked provolone cheese topped with crispy onion rings on a toasted Kaiser roll, became a household name in Kansas City. Owners Jeff and Joy Stehney are award-winning BBQ cooks, having competed in some of America’s most prestigious contests. Today, the restaurant boasts three locations and a shop full of merch and BBQ sauce.

BLIND BOX BBQ

located inside nebraska furniture mart

Located inside Nebraska Furniture Mart, Blind Box BBQ is a modern take on classic, Kansas City-style barbecue. Check them out on Friday evenings for live music. “Inside the Blind Box kingdom sits our single piece of royalty. She’s our wood-burning custom smoker, providing unmatched flavor + juice to all our smoked meats.” Whether you’re eating in, carrying out, or just stopping by, the aroma of smoked meats and unique sides will get your taste buds ready. To add to the experience the curated wine list, local beers, custom bourbon whiskey and cocktails will quench your thirst.

restaurants

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1889 Pizza Napoletana

2876 W 47th Ave.

1889pizza.com

Big Q BBQ

2117 S 34th St.

913-362-6980

thebigqbarbecue.com

Blind Box BBQ

Inside Nebraska Furniture Mart

1601 Village West Pkwy

Blindboxbbq.com

Boba Blend

4305 State Ave.

913-766-9020

Bonito Michoacan

1150 Minnesota Ave.

913-371-0326

bonitomichoacanmarket.com

Bonito Michoacan Bakery

1200 Minnesota Ave.

913-233-0010

Breit’s Stein and Deli

412 N 5th St.

913-342-5311

California Taco Shop

1268 Kansas Ave.

913-281-7773

Caribe Blue Restaurant KC

913-232-9971

Caribebluekc.com

Carniceria y Tortilleria San Antonio

830 Kansas Ave.

913-281-6433

carniceriasanantonio.com

Chixen Kansas City

1407 Southwest Blvd.

816-368-1234

Chixenkc.com

Christy’s Tasty Queen

1405 South 55 St.

913-287-2800

Easy Inn

322 N 6th St.

913-291-0251

Dagwoods Café

1117 Southwest Blvd.

913-677-0747

dagwoodscafe.com

Danny’s Bar & Grill

10940 Parallel Parkway

913-328-0247

dannysbarandgrillwyco.com

Dave & Buster’s

1843 Village West Parkway, #201

913-981-6815

daveandbusters.com/locations/kansas-city

Deep Roots Restaurant and Bar

4601 Shawnee Dr.

913-677-4502

deeprootskc.com

Don Antonio Meat and Tortillas

7510 State Ave.

913-299-8898

Donantoniokc.com

The Dotte Spot Bar & Grill

8123 Parallel Pkwy.

913-299-0022

thedottespotbarandgrill.com

El Camino Real

903 N. 7th St.

913-342-4333

taqueriaelcaminoreal.com

El Camino Real

1147 Argentine Blvd.

913-342-4334

taqueriaelcaminoreal.com

Elevate Bar & Grill

7543 State Ave.

913-766-6610

elevatebarandgrill.com

El Jefe

1264 Central Ave.

913-730-8434

El Rinconcito Slavadoreño de Kansas City

4741 Parallel Pkwy.

913-400-2112

El Pollo Rey

901 Kansas Ave.

913-371-4243

El Torito Supermarket

1409 Central Ave.

913-233-1794

Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que

1320 Village West Parkway

913-334-8646

famousdaves.com

Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant

250 N. 18th St.

913-281-2777

fritzskc.com

GG’s Barbacoa Café

1032 Minnesota Ave.

913-562-8264

ggsbarbacoacafekc.com

Granite City Food & Brewery

1701 Village West Parkway

913-334-2255

Gcfb.com

Great American Grill at Hilton Garden Inn

520 Minnesota Ave.

913-342-7900

Gus’s World Famous Chicken

2816 W. 47th Ave.

913-232-7091

gusfriedchicken.com

Hana’s Donuts

2131 S 34th St.

913-362-0244

hanasdonuts.com

Hickory Log Bar-B-Q

5047 Welborn LN.

913-287-9560

Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway

777 Hollywood Casino Blvd.

913-288-9300

hollywoodcasinokansas.com/dining

The Hook

3708 State Ave.

(913) 283-9300

Italian Delight

8145 State Ave.

913-287-4323

italiandelightks.com

Jade Dragon Express

1005 Osage Ave.

913-912-1791

Jadedragonexpresskc.com

Jalisco Restaurant

5000 State Ave.

913-287-9268

Jarocho Pescado Y Mariscos

719 Kansas Ave.

913-281-7757

jarochokc.com

Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen

1859 Village West Parkway #102

913-328-0003

jazzkitchen.com

Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que

3002 W. 47th Ave.

joeskc.com

Jones Bar-B-Q

6706 Kaw Drive

913-788-5005

jonesbbqkc.com/

Kind Food

2820 W 47th Ave.

913-274-1666

Kindfoodkc.com

Kinship Café

719 N 6th St.

913-258-5613

kinshipcafe.us/

Krab Kingz

7704 State Ave.

913-912-1714

Krabkingzkck.com

Las Palmas

825 Minnesota Ave.

913-433-2432

Los Compas Burgers

305 N 7th St.

913-242-7804

orderhamburguesasloscompas.com

Mad Jack’s City Fish

1318 State Ave.

913-371-3384

Madjacksfreshfish.com

Mason Jar Brews & Burgers

941 N. 74th Dr.

913-242-8165

masonjarkc.com

MeMa’s Old Fashion Bakery

7634 Leavenworth Road

913-299-9121

memasbakery.com

Micheladas Culiacan

1618 Central Ave.

913-371-0838

Ms. R’s Café

720 Quindaro Blvd.

913-371-7611

Naree Kitchen Thai & Sushi

7933 State Ave., Ste. 105

913-766-1202

Nareekitchen.com

Nick’s Italian Pizza

714 Minnesota Ave.

913-321-1610

Ninfa’s

964 Kansas Ave.

913-621-1743

ninfaskc.com

Paleterias Tropicana

151 S 18th St.

913-621-7000

paleteriastropicana.com

Poi-O Mexican BBQ

800 S 7th St.

913-371-7646

Quickies Burgers & Fries

1000 Kansas Ave.

913-233-0333

Quickiesburgersandfries.com

Rosedale Bar-B-Que

600 Southwest Blvd.

913-262-0343

rosedalebarbeque.com

Sarah’s On The Hill

612 N 5th St.

913-608-5801

Slap’s BBQ

533 Central Ave.

913-213-3736

slapsbbqkc.com

Splitlog Coffee Co.

548 Central Ave.

913-549-4904

splitlogcoffee.shop

Stix

1847 Village West Parkway

913-299-3788

stixkc.com

Tacos El Amigo

1008 Osage Ave.

913-251-5134

tacoselamigokc.com

Tacos El Tio

78 N. 10th St.

913-281-7388

Taco Republic

500 County Line Road

913-262-8226

eattacorepublic.com

Tarahumara

Mexican Restaurant #1

3212 Merriam Ln.

913-387-4120

tarahumaras1.com

Tarahumara

Mexican Restaurant #21

503 N 6th St.

913-912-7259

tarahumaras2.com

Tao Tao

1300 Minnesota Ave #4308

913-342-1331

taotaokck.com/

Tapatio Mexican Grill

151 S 18th St. A

913-621-5555

tapatiokc.com

Taqueria Mexico #4

3300 Rainbow Blvd.

913-722-9200

Taqueriamexicokc.com

The Mockingbird Lounge

204 Orchard St.

913-283-8661

themockingbirdkc.com

Three Bee’s Pottery &

Coffee Shop

925 Southwest Blvd.

913-703-7229

threebeeskck.com

Velvet Crème

4710 Belinder Ave.

913-236-7742

Velvetcremepopcorn.com

Vietnam Café

3934 Rainbow Blvd.

913-262-8552

thevietnamcafe.com

Wilson’s Pizza & Grill

1801 Quindaro Blvd.

913-621-4066

The Windmill KC

840 S 55th St.

913-291-0006

thewindmillkc.com

Woodyard Bar-B-Que

3001 Merriam Lane

913-362-8000

woodyardbbq.com

Wyandot Barbeque

8441 State Ave.

913-788-7554

wyandotbarbeque.com/

Yard House

1863 Village West Parkway

913-788-4500

yardhouse.com

SPORTS & OUTDOORS

Fans unite!

Step inside Children’s Mercy Park, home of MLS club Sporting Kansas City, and you’ll soon realize why Kansas City is now known as the Soccer Capital of America. KC Current has made a commitment to become the best women’s soccer club in the world and will also play at Children’s Mercy Park this season! If the ballpark calls your name, cheer on the Kansas City Monarchs from the stands, Legends Club or grab a spot in the grass berm just beyond the outfield where playing catch is encouraged!

Race fans and adrenaline junkies are in for a treat at Kansas Speedway! The track hosts two NASCAR Cup Series weekends each year, along with approximately 200 other event days each year. This includes the American Royal World Series of Barbecue, the largest barbecue competition in the world attracting barbecue fans domestically and internationally. Spanning more than 40 years, Lakeside Speedway, plays host to many national touring series at its dirt oval track USRA Modifieds, Grand Nationals, USRA B-Mods and Factory Stocks.

Attractions

Sporting Kansas City - Children’s Mercy Park, opened in 2011, a cutting-edge facility that hosts more than 20,000 fans per match under a canopy roof. Whether you’re a long-time soccer fan or have yet to see a professional match, a Sporting Kansas City game is a highlight of any Kansas City, KS travel itinerary.

KC Current - In 2020 the NWSL announced the decision to award an expansion franchise to Kansas City. In the year following, world-class women’s soccer was brought to The Heartland, where KC NWSL completed its inaugural season in front of the world’s best sports fans.

Kansas City Monarchs - Affordable tickets and free parking make for an unforgettable family outing that doesn’t break the bank. If you prefer a more flexible seating option than the ballpark stands, bring a blanket and grab a spot in the grass berm just beyond the outfield.

Kansas Speedway - The Kansas Speedway is big-so big, in fact, that you can fit Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Stadium, and the parking lot between the two stadiums in Kansas Speedway’s infield! With 92 acres dedicated to camping and 2,000 reserved camping spots, there are plenty of options for race fans to immerse themselves in the full NASCAR race-weekend experience. Kansas Speedway is owned by NASCAR.

Lakeside Speedway - Lakeside Speedway’s dirt oval track features USRA Modifieds, Grand Nationals, USRA B-Mods and Factory Stocks. Spanning more than 40 years, the speedway plays host to many national touring series. Racing every Friday night, April – October.

The Great Outdoors

Get out and explore nature by finding a trail to hit. Paved trails include Grinter Walking Trail and the Lewis and Clark Heritage Trail. Rozarks Nature Trail and Wyandotte County Lake Park offer an immersion in nature and a variety of scenery. Bike or hike along the Kansas River on The Armourdale Hike & Bike route. Urban explorers can also hike and learn about the city with Urban Hikes KC on their 5-mile guided hike through historic Strawberry Hill neighborhood.

Looking for something new to try? Head over to Zip KC where you can choose to explore 9 zip lines totaling more than a mile or test your skills on the two-hour guided Ninja Training Tour. Watkins “C” Ranch offers amenities that include access to horseback riding lessons and trail rides, dinner dates and private events.

Attractions

Zip KC - The Ninja Training Tour is a two-hour guided hike through wooded trails along the bluffs of the Kansas river, an exciting hike including various obstacles. Nine zip lines, totaling over a mile, let you race at speeds of up to 50 mph!

Urban Hikes KC - Urban Hikes KC offers a four-mile hiking experience that mixes modern sites with KC’s history, while getting a workout. You’ll take in views from the bluffs, see street art and historical and modern buildings, trek above and below major highways, and get a good feel for the revival in Kansas City.

Take on the rustic life at Watkin’s “C” Ranch. A little country vibe in the heart of midtown, where you can enjoy beautiful surroundings and connect with nature while taking a trail ride, horseback riding, private event or just taking in the outdoors.

HISTORICAL

SITES

The People who

shaped this city

Born in Kansas City, KS, Charlie Parker was an American jazz saxophonist and composer, see his memorial at Big Eleven Lake.

John Brown was a famous abolitionist who made fierce efforts to end slavery in Kansas. Due to the abolitionist effort, Kansas entered the Union as a free state, on Jan. 29, 1861, hence the unofficial nickname “The Free State.”

Stand on the same grounds where the brave Conley Sisters served as the champions of the Wyandot National Burying Ground. Sisters, Lyda, Helena and Ida erected a tiny fort on the grounds to protect their parents’ graves from developers. Lyda Conley eventually became the first Native American woman to appear before the high court and argue a case.

Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center – The 1887 Victorian Queen Anne-Style home celebrates the different ethnic groups who have settled in Kansas City, KS. The museum hosts various exhibits of original art, music and dance from many cultures.

In the historic Vernon Multi-Purpose Center, the Quindaro Underground Railroad Museum is another must-visit museum, housing several artifacts and documents to share the story of the town and people of Quindaro.

Peek into the past at the stone and brick foundations that still stand at the port of entry for free soil immigrants traveling into Kansas from the Missouri River. For an elevated view of the National Commemorative Site, visit the Quindaro Ruins Overlook, where ruins of the town, founded in 1856, can be viewed from a stone platform. While you’re in the neighborhood, check out the statue of John Brown, a famous abolitionist who made fierce efforts to end slavery in Kansas.

Immersive Experiences

Legendary Kansans at Legends Outlets – Learn about more than 80 famous Kansans at Legends Outlets represented on murals, sculptures and medallions.

Don’t just study history — fully immerse yourself in the learning at Wyandotte County Museum. Grind corn, build pots and dig like an archeologist at the museum, which has holdings of more than 75,000 artifacts! Tours are adapted to fit any age.

Want to be “udderly” immersed in agriculture? Visit the National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame, where you can learn how to milk a cow!

If cooking is more up your alley, check out the Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center’s cooking classes. Learn how to make homemade meatballs or a sweet apple strudel at the museum.

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library, offers hands-on nature and science-based educational programs to students and the public along with a “touch table” of many animal biofacts.

Get a glimpse of the rich history of Kansas City, KS from a firsthand perspective at Grinter Place, a fully preserved farmhouse once owned by two pioneers. The farmstead overlooks the historic Delaware Crossing on the Kansas River.

For picturesque sights, check out the best view of the Kansas City skyline at Lewis & Clark Park at Kaw Point. The confluence of the Kansas and Missouri River is where the Lewis and Clark Expedition camped for three days to rest, repair their boats and explore the beautiful countryside.

KCK Legacy Trail - Through your journey, you’ll discover the people, stories and legacies of Kansas City, KS. Find out more on page 36.

Commemorating Bravery

Korean-Vietnam War Memorial – Located at the entrance of the Wyandotte County Lake Park, this memorial was the nation’s first dual-war memorial and is dedicated to veterans of both the Korean and Vietnam conflicts.

WWII Bomber Builder Monument - It was created to honor the employees that built 6,608 B-25 bombers in the Kansas City, KS Fairfax district during World War II. The plant played a significant role in the history of both the city and the nation and contributed to the advancement of women and minorities in the workplace.

Rosedale Memorial Arch - Modeled after the Arc de Triomphe is Paris, the Rosedale Memorial Arch pays tribute to soldiers who served our country in World War I.

entertainment

Strawberry Hill

may have the best

Dive bars in KC

Enjoy local cocktails in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood, rich in culture and history and set on the bluffs overlooking the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers.

The Mockingbird Lounge (204 Orchard St) — Delicious cocktails on the patio overlooking the river with live entertainment, karaoke, open mic nights and the occasional game of old school Nintendo.

Chicago’s (534 Central Ave.) — Friendly bartenders, free popcorn and a great beer selection.

The 403 Club (614 Reynolds Ave.) — This No-frills watering hole features pinballs machines and pinball tournaments.

Breit’s Stein and Deli (412 N. Fifth St.) — Known for reasonably priced beer and its Rueben sandwich.

The Easy Inn (322 N. Sixth St.) — The ultimate dive spot to play a game of pool or grab a beer and wings.

Fat Matt’s Vortex (411 N. Sixth St.) — Former funeral home turned bar in historic Strawberry Hill. The only place you can get the infamous Grog shot.

Johnnie’s on Seventh (55 South 7th Street)

A downtown neighborhood bar since 1934. Cheer on your favorite team or find a new team to support. There’s always someone to cheer for!

Sammy’s Tavern (222 North 6th Street)

A local watering hole serving a wide variety of beers and killer drinks!

Manor Records (401 North 6th Street)

A non-profit record label, record store, & neighborhood bar, turning profits into resources to support local musicians.

Have a seat and

enjoy the show

Boulevard Drive-In — Boulevard, the oldest operating theater in the Kansas City metropolitan area, is the first drive-in theater in the world to install digital sound.

AMC Legends 14 Theatre — The AMC Legends 14 Theatre is a can’t-miss viewing experience. with a full-service kitchen and food brought right to your seat.

Azura Amphitheater - An open-air amphitheater providing great fan experiences for more than thirty years. Azura Amphitheater can host up to 18,000 people, including nearly 3,100 reserved seats and multiple open-air suites.

Hands-On Experiences

With a 95% payback rate, 7th Street Casino gives players more play times and more fun. For the celebrity experience, take a trip down the red carpet at Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway. Their gaming floor features penny slots to $100 machines, plus video poker.

7th Street Casino – Located in downtown Kansas City, KS, nearly 600 slots offering more payouts than any other casino in the area.

Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway - The gaming floor features 2,000 of the newest slot machines.

Dave & Buster’s - Catch all your favorite sports games on the big screens or make your way to the Million Dollar Midway for arcade fun.

Epic Clay Studio – Located on 6th Street in Strawberry Hill, EPIC offers affordable clay classes to community members of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. They stay at the heart of Third Fridays Artwalk which happens from May through October.

Shopping at Village West includes Legend’s Outlets, Cabela’s and Nebraska Furniture Mart.

KCK TACO TRAIL

Eat tacos, check in and get rewards as you embark on a culinary adventure on the KCK Taco Trail. The KCK Taco Trail pass is the ultimate resource to help blaze your own path through Kansas City’s taco scene.

How It Works

Sign Up – Go to KCKTacoTrail.com to sign up for the KCK Taco Trail pass. It’s free and instantly delivered via email and text. No app to download and easily accessible! The pass maps out all the restaurants, filters them by taco type and keeps track of your progress.

Check In – Don’t forget to turn on your phone location feature so the passport can recognize where you are on the trail. As you eat, check in to keep track of where you’re at on the trail.

Get Rewards – Unlock cool KCK Taco Trail prizes by eating tacos and checking in at restaurants:

Explore KCK’s vibrant cultures on the KCK Legacy Trail. The self-guided KCK Legacy Trail will feature multiple mapped-out journeys honoring KCK’s diverse history and cultures including Latino, European, Black, Indigenous Peoples and Modern Immigrants. Through your journey, you’ll discover the people, stories and legacies of Kansas City, KS.

Sign Up - It’s free and instantly delivered via email and text. No app to download and easily accessible!

Complete each Journey to unlock a KCK Legacy Trail print designed by local artists (total of five prints).

Complete all five Journeys to win a KCK T-shirt and have your name included on the KCK Legacy Trail Wall of Fame.

AUDIO TOUR

Use your cell phone to listen to the unique history of Kansas City, KS. Call 913-489-3423, key in the extension number followed by the # key to hear about each attraction. There is no cost to call except use of minutes on your cell phone. Look for signs at the following locations.

1# Cabelas

2# Legends

3# 7th Street Casino

4# Kansas City Monarchs

5# Lewis & Clark Historic

Park at Kaw Point

6# Wyandotte County Lake

7# F.L. Schlagle

Environmental Library

8# Korean-Vietnam War

Memorial

9# Rosedale Memorial Arch

10# James P. Davis Hall

11# Sunflower Hills

Golf Course

12# Quindaro Ruins

Overlook

13# John Brown Statue

14# Wyandotte County

Park

15# Grinter Place

Historical Site

16# National Agricultural

Center & Hall of Fame

17# Old Quindaro Museum

18# Strawberry Hill

Museum And Cultural

Center

19# Wyandotte County

Historical Society And

Museum

20# B-25 Bomber

Builders Monument

21# Children’s Mercy Park

24# Moon Marble

Company

25# National Farmers

Memorial

26# Wyandotte County

Fairgrounds

27# Quindaro

Underground

Railroad Museum

28# Sumner High School

Alumni Room

ATTRACTIONS

1) 7th Street Casino

777 N. 7th Street Trafficway • 913-371-3500

2) Azura Amphitheater

633 N. 130th St, Bonner Springs • 913-825-3400

3) Boulevard Drive-In Theatre

1051 Merriam Lane • 913-262-0392

4) Cabela’s

10300 Cabela Drive • 913-328-0322

5) Chester C. Owens Sumner High School

Alumni Room

1610 N. 8th St • 913-710-0461

6) Children’s Mercy Park

(Sporting KC & KC Current)

One Sporting Way • 913-912-7600

7) Cider Hill Family Orchard

3341 N. 139th St • 913-721-2507

8) Clendening History of Medicine Museum

at KU Med

3901 Rainbow Blvd (Robinson Bldg.)

913-588-7087

9) Dub’s Dread Golf Course

12601 Hollingsworth Rd • 913-721-1333

10) F.L. Schlagle Environmental Library

4051 West Dr • 913-295-8250

11) Grinter Place Historical Site

1420 S. 78th St • 913-299-0373

12) Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway

777 Hollywood Casino Dr • 913-288-9300

13) The Kansas City Renaissance Festival

633 N 130th St, Bonner Springs • 913-721-2110

14) Kansas Speedway

400 Kansas Speedway Blvd • 913-328-3300

15) Korean-Vietnam War Memorial

91st St & Leavenworth Rd • 913-573-8327

16) Lakeside Speedway

5615 Wolcott Dr • 913-299-9206

17) Legends Field (KC Monarchs)

1800 Village West Pkwy • 913-328-5618

18) Legends Outlets

1843 Village West Pkwy • 913-788-3700

19) Lewis & Clark Park at Kaw Point

1403 Fairfax Trafficway • 913-677-2088

20) Memorial Hall

600 N. 7th St Trfy • 913-371-7560

21) Moon Marble Company

600 E. Front St, Bonner Springs • 913-441-1432

22) National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame

630 Hall of Fame Dr, Bonner Springs • 913-721-1075

23) Nebraska Furniture Mart

1601 Village West Pkwy • 800-407-5000

24) Painted Hills Golf Course

7101 Parallel Pkwy • 913-334-1111

25) Piano Technicians Guild Foundation

Jack Wyatt Museum

4444 Forest Ave • 913-432-9975

26) Quindaro Ruins Overlook & John Brown Statue

27th & Sewell St

27) Quindaro Underground Railroad Museum

3436 N. 27th St • 913-321-1220

28) Rosedale Memorial Arch

3602 Springfield St • 913-573-8327

29) Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center

720 N. 4th St • 913-371-3264

30) Sunflower Hills Golf Course

12200 Riverview St, Bonner Springs • 913-573-8570

31) Venue at Willow Creek

3150 N. 91st St • 913-568-9535

32) Wyandot National Burying Ground

641 Minnesota Ave

33) Wyandotte County Fairgrounds

13700 Polfer Rd • 913-788-7898

LODGING

A) American Motel

7949 Splitlog Ave • 913-299-2999

B) Baymont by Wyndham Kansas City

501 Southwest Blvd • 913-677-3060

C) Best Western Premier KC Speedway Inn & Suites

10401 France Family Dr • 913-334-4440

D) Candlewood Suites Kansas City Speedway

10920 Parallel Pkwy • 913-788-9929

E) Chateau Avalon Hotel Spa

701 Village West Pkwy • 913-596-6000

F) Comfort Inn Bonner Springs

13041 Ridge Drive, Bonner Springs • 913-721-3877

G) Comfort Suites Speedway Kansas City

3000 N. 103rd Ter • 913-305-5938

H) Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Kansas City

at Village West

1805 N. 110th St • 913-299-4700

I) Days Inn by Wyndham near Kansas Speedway

7721 Elizabeth Ave • 913-624-3459

J) Great Wolf Lodge

10401 Cabela Drive • 913-299-7001

K) Hampton Inn Kansas City-The Legends

1400 Village West Pkwy • 913-328-1400

L) Hilton Garden Inn Kansas City, Kansas

520 Minnesota Ave • 913-342-7900

M) Holiday Inn Express Kansas City-Bonner Springs

13031 Ridge Ave, Bonner Springs • 913-721-5300

N) Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kansas City KU Medical Center

3932 Rainbow Blvd • 913-236-8700

O) Holiday Inn Express Kansas City at The Legends

1931 Prairie Crossing • 913-328-1024

P) Home2Suites by Hilton Kansas City KU Medical Center

3440 Rainbow Blvd • 913-335-9950

Q) Homewood Suites by Hilton Kansas City Speedway

10922 Parallel Pkwy • 913-288-9999

R) Quality Inn I-70 near Kansas Speedway

234 N. 78th St • 913-871-5517

S) Residence Inn by Marriott Kansas City at The Legends

1875 Village West Pkwy • 913-788-5650