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Go Explore Midtown

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Visit Swope Park, Kansas City’s gem of a green space that is even larger than New York’s Central Park. Meet exotic animals at the Kansas City Zoo at Swope Park, where you can enjoy the new Elephant Expedition. Be sure to visit the camel feeding deck, touch stingrays, visit Berlin the polar bear, and explore the Helzberg Penguin Plaza, Billy Goats Gruff, Sumatran Tiger Exhibit, Australia and the world-class Africa exhibit. Ride the train, carousel, boat, tram and Sky Safari to enjoy terrific views of the animals. Other favorite attractions at Swope Park include Lakeside Nature Center, a free nature center with exhibits.

The Country Club Plaza, with beautiful towers, sculptures, paintings and mosaics inspired by Seville, Spain, is one of the prettiest places in Kansas City and is home to many of the city’s most beautiful fountains. The holiday season is not complete without a visit to the Plaza to enjoy the Christmas lights. Nearby, visit the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. The museum houses a charming world of toys with interactive exhibits taking visitors on a stroll down memory lane. Also, take some time to visit the free Kauffman Memorial Gardens, where something is always in bloom.

Kansas City boasts many remarkable art galleries, with three of her finest open to the public for free! The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, one of the largest galleries in the United States, maintains a permanent collection representing art from throughout history and around the world. The Sculpture Garden on the lawn is a favorite place for outdoor photos and a walk through art history. For modern art enthusiasts, the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art exhibits permanent and temporary collections with special events and workshops for families.

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