Things To Do
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Admission is free. Exhibits span over 5,000 years of art. Marie's favorite exhibits include East Asian art, impressionist art including Monet's Water Lilies, and the contemporary gallery in the Bloch Building. Sean's favorite are the Contemporary and American collections. Be sure to check out the wonderful sculpture garden in the back!
Negro Leagues Baseball & American Jazz Museums
Learn about the history of Negro League Baseball and the Kansas City Monarchs. Afterwards check out the American Jazz Museum across the hall, then take a short walk to Arthur Bryant's, one of Kansas City's most famous BBQ spots!
National WWI Museum and Memorial
This is your chance to see the only WW1 museum in the country. The base of the memorial sits on a hill offering beautiful views of the Kansas City skyline. Across the lawn is Kansas City's Union Station, our historic train station which holds several exhibits.
Crown Center Shopping & Entertainment District
Crown Center is the premiere shopping and entertainment in the heart of Kansas City. Home to dozens of stores, fun activities, and attractions such as... -SEA LIFE Aquarium: Home to thousands of sea creatures and offers interactive exhibits. -LEGOLand Discovery Center: Enjoy the world of LEGO and engage with multiple interactive activities where your only limitation is your imagination (Only Ages 17 & Under) -Shopping Mall: Enjoy locally-owned stores and restaurants, then afterwards grab some dessert at Sheridans or Chip's Chocolate Factory & Candy Store. -When you're done, go and take a walk in the sky bridge directly to Union Station!
The Rabbit hOle
Great for kids or adults reliving their childhood! The Rabbit hOLe is a one-of-a-kind, immersive museum that brings some of the greatest children's literature of the last century to life.
River Market
River Market hosts a bustling farmer's market every Saturday morning, and while you're there check out some of the many restaurants surrounding the courtyard offering a variety of international cuisine. Take the Kansas City Streetcar to avoid the hassle of parking!
KC's Famous BBQ!
You can't visit KC without trying our world famous BBQ. Everyone has their favorite, but you can't go wrong where ever you choose! Jack Stack on the Plaza - Famous for having the largest wood-fired cookery, and their hickory smoked ribs. Close to the hotel. (Full-Service Restaurant) Arthur Bryants - Down the street to the Negro League Museum, a staple of the KC BBQ scene. Try the brisket sandwich! (Fast Casual) Q39 - Across the street from the venue, a trendier take on KC BBQ and family-favorite! (Full-Service) Joe's Kansas City BBQ - KC's most famous restaurant located in an old gas station across the state line. Lines can get long, so arrive early or order for pickup. (Fast Casual)
South Plaza - Dining
Area just south of Country Club Plaza, offering multiple locally owned restaurants. Favorites for Lunch/Dinner: Pizza 51, Martin City Brewery, Winstead's, or 3rd Street Social. Favorites for Coffee/Breakfast: eggtc., Crows Coffee, or Mildred's
Brookside Neighborhood - Dining
Cozy neighborhood with several bars and restaurants in one area, a short car ride from the hotel. Favorites for Lunch/Dinner - Bella Napoli, Brookside Barrio, Red Door Wood Fired Grill Favorites for Coffee - Roasterie Cafe, Kansas City's premier coffee roaster Favorites for Dessert - Foo's Fabulous Frozen Custard, try their concretes - a Midwest staple!