Visit Crown Center in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, for many attractions, great shops and restaurants. Throughout the year, enjoy free hands-on exhibits for children. Families enjoy skating at the Ice Terrace, the city’s original outdoor rink, throughout the winter. The Coterie produces professional children’s theater year-round. Kaleidoscope is a free kid-friendly art center where imaginations know no limits as kids create their masterpieces. Sea Life features a walk-through underwater tunnel and an enthralling journey from the fresh waters of the Missouri River to the saltwater of the Atlantic Ocean. Legoland Discovery Center provides a range of interactive play areas, including a 4D cinema, classes, an exciting Lego ride and one-of-a-kind exhibits.
Spend a day at the National World War I Museum and Memorial, exploring the interactive displays, thought-provoking films and eyewitness testimonies that help guide visitors through one of the largest collections of WWI artifacts in the world. Then take a tour to the top of this iconic landmark, where you’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline. One of the most notable landmarks you’ll see is Union Station, home to Science City with great hands-on science exhibits for children, and 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.
At Union Station, you may board the KC Streetcar for a free ride from the iconic landmark to City Market with many stops along the way. Nearby, visit the National Archives of Kansas City that offers the free exhibit, “We, the People,” and staff on hand to assist with research projects. Enjoy lunch at a variety of restaurants nearby. For barbecue try Jack Stack, for Italian eat at Lydia’s, and if you’re dining with kids, enjoy Fritz’s where trains deliver food to your table. Want to eat locally grown food? Try Unforked, or for steak try Pierpont’s. These are just a few favorite restaurants in the area.