Quick Summary:

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

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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2. Kauffman Memorial Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Kauffman Memorial Garden | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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3. SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium

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SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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4. City Market

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City Market | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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5. Starlight Theater

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Starlight Theater | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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6. Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

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Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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7. Worlds of Fun

Worlds of Fun | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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8. Kansas City Zoo

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Kansas City Zoo | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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9. Arabia Steamboat Museum

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Arabia Steamboat Museum | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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10. KC Fountains

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KC Fountains | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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11. Loose Park

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Loose Park | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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12. The Money Museum

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The Money Museum | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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13. Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

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Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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14. T-Mobile Center

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T-Mobile Center | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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15. The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

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The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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16. National World War I Museum and Memorial

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National World War I Museum and Memorial | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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17. Kauffman Stadium Tours

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Kauffman Stadium Tours | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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18. Union Station

Union Station | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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19. Country Club Plaza

Country Club Plaza | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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20. Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

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Negro Leagues Baseball Museum | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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21. Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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22. Caffeine Crawl

Caffeine Crawl | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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23. Boulevard Brewing Company

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Boulevard Brewing Company | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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24. Arrowhead Stadium

Arrowhead Stadium | Things to Do in Kansas City, Missouri
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