Go See KC Classics

The Country Club Plaza, the first shopping district designed for shoppers traveling by automobile, is the pride of Kansas City. The architecture inspired by Seville, Spain, makes for one of the prettiest places in Kansas City and is home to many of the city’s most beautiful fountains and ideal backdrops for family photos. Among the many excellent restaurants in the district, two in particular serve Kansas City classics. Enjoy our signature barbecue at Fiorella’s Jack Stack or Kansas City steaks at Plaza III Steakhouse. Over the holidays, enjoy amazing views of the holiday lights with a horse-drawn carriage ride.

Spend a day at the National World War I Museum and Memorial, then take a tour to the top of this iconic landmark, where you’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the city’s ever-changing and improving skyline. One of the most notable landmarks you’ll see is Union Station, home to Kansas City’s Science City with loads of hands-on science exhibits for children and the Gottlieb Planetarium, one of the largest 360-degree domed screens in the Midwest. Nearby, make a stop at the Money Museum, a free museum where visitors leave with a souvenir bag of shredded cash.

Visit Crown Center for many wonderful family-friendly attractions, great shops and restaurants. Kaleidoscope is consistently ranked as one of the best kid-friendly destinations in Kansas City. Imaginations know no limit as kids create jigsaw puzzles, glow-in-the-dark art, crowns and more at this hands-on art center. Sea Life features a huge tropical ocean tank with a walk-through underwater tunnel and an enthralling journey from the fresh waters of the Missouri River to the deep, dark abyss of the Atlantic Ocean. The Legoland Discovery Center provides a range of interactive play areas, including a 4D cinema, classes, an exciting Lego ride and one-of-a-kind Lego exhibits. The Coterie produces professional children’s theater year-round.