Things To Do
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Joe's KC BBQ
The world-famous gas station location. Order the "Z-Man" sandwich. It's worth the potential line.
Q39 - Midtown
Polished "competition-style" BBQ. Their wood-fired grill and brisket are favorites for a reason. Reservations recommended.
Messenger Coffee Co.
A quick walk from the hotel. Great coffee and pastries in a warm, inviting space.
Ragazza Food & Wine
Soulful, lively Italian comfort food. Perfect for a family-style meal or a glass of wine. Reservations recommended.
TAILLEUR RESTAURANT
A European-inspired bistro on Main Street that combines an equestrian-chic aesthetic with high-end comfort food. Reservations recommended.
Rye Plaza
Famous for their fried chicken and homemade pies. It’s the quintessential "elevated Midwestern" brunch. Reservations recommended.
Prime Social
A stunning rooftop "glass house" lounge with creative cocktails and a sophisticated vibe. Reservations recommended.
Green Lady Lounge
A quintessential KC jazz club with live music every single night and no cover charge.
The Monarch Bar
Chic, contemporary bar with craft cocktails & small plates, plus a patio. Right next to our wedding hotel.
Boulevard Brewing Company
The largest specialty brewer in the Midwest. Visit the Beer Hall for a flight of KC's most famous wheat beer or their limited releases.
Up-Down KC
A lively arcade bar with vintage games, pinball, and a massive rooftop patio in the Crossroads area.
Tom's Town Distilling Co.
A sleek Art Deco distillery lounge with top-tier gin and bourbon flights.
National WWI Museum and Memorial
The only museum in the U.S. dedicated to WWI. Go to the top of the tower for the city's best view.
Union Station Kansas City
Directly across from the WWI Museum. A stunning 1914 architectural masterpiece with grand halls, rotating exhibits, and a planetarium.
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Located in the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District. A powerful and essential look at the history of the sport and civil rights.
Country Club Plaza
15 blocks of Spanish-inspired design, beautiful fountains, and major retailers. Great place to explore right outside of the wedding hotel.
City Market
Catch the market on a Saturday or Sunday for an array of local vendors. They have anything from fresh cut flowers to art and vintage tees. The perfect place to pick up your KC souvenir!
Made in KC Marketplace - Plaza
The best collection of local Kansas City goods, from apparel to snacks and home decor. Right in Country Club Plaza.