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Visiting Kansas City

Travelers to Kansas City give high marks for the fun sporting events, entertainment choices, and popular theater scene. Tourists who journey to this vibrant city can discover its museums, live music, and art. Top sights in the city include Hallmark Visitors Center, Liberty Memorial, and Crown Center.

• There are 271 hotels and other accommodations in Kansas City
• The closest major airport is in Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.), 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the city center

Sightseeing and Staying in Kansas City

Known for its theaters, museums, and live music, the city's cultural venues include Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and Just Off Broadway Theatre. Attractions like Kansas City Zoo and Worlds of Fun are fun for everyone, not just kids. Shopping is one of the favorite things to do, so consider an excursion to Crown Center, 39th Street West, and Country Club Plaza.

In Kansas City, you'll find 271 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have plenty of choices for your holiday getaway. These are top ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• TownePlace Suites by Marriott Kansas City Liberty - With a stay at this 3.5-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and an indoor pool, along with an in-room kitchen. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its breakfast and helpful staff.
• Southmoreland on the Plaza an Urban Inn - Our customers like the proximity to shopping at this B&B. This 3.5-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
• Drury Inn & Suites Kansas City Independence - This 3-star hotel features free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool. Expedia customers like its overall value and helpful staff.

Other favorite sights in Kansas City include Hallmark Visitors Center, Liberty Memorial, and Sprint Center. Outside the city, popular places to see include Argentine Carnegie Library, 4.4 mi/7.1 km from the heart of the city, and Legends Outlets Kansas City, which is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) away.

Getting Around Kansas City

If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Kansas City Union Station, Independence Station, or Lee's Summit Station. Kansas City might not have many public transit options to choose from so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

Dressing for Kansas City

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 62°F and the nighttime average to be 22°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 89°F during the day and 41°F at night
• July through September averages 91°F during the day and 54°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 74°F during the day and 23°F at night
• Average annual rainfall for Kansas City is 39.06 inches
• Hottest months are usually July and August with an average temperature of 89°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 25°F