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1. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Kauffman Memorial Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium

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4. City Market

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5. Starlight Theater

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6. Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

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7. Worlds of Fun

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8. Kansas City Zoo

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9. Arabia Steamboat Museum

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10. KC Fountains

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11. Loose Park

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12. The Money Museum

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13. Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

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14. T-Mobile Center

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15. The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

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16. National World War I Museum and Memorial

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17. Kauffman Stadium Tours

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18. Union Station

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19. Country Club Plaza

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20. Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

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21. Kaleidoscope

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22. Caffeine Crawl

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23. Boulevard Brewing Company

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24. Arrowhead Stadium

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Kansas City, Missouri offers visitors a choice of unique museums, gardens, parks, restaurants, and nightlife for a fun weekend getaway.
  • Top things to do in Kansas City include the The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, relaxing surrounded by nature in the Kauffman Memorial Garden, and eating great BBQ.
  • On a sunny morning, families with kids on their trip can stroll through the farmers market which is one of the best to see on your trip to Missouri.

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