Park Central-Research Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Catch an event at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Worlds of Fun
Visit the four corners of the world in a single day at this family favourite, which combines high-octane thrills with poolside chills.
Kauffman Stadium
Catch an event at Kauffman Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Kansas City Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Kansas City Convention Center during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Crown Center
During your trip to Kansas City, you can do some window-shopping at Crown Center. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
T-Mobile Center
Catch an event at T-Mobile Center during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Our pick of the best Park Central-Research Park Hotel Deals
Loews Kansas City Hotel
"This was perfect! Close to the trolly too."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium
"Room is clean free WiFi staff are nice and helpful"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG
"CLEAN AND BEST SERICE AND GREAT LOCATION."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
"Nice place for a quick getaway, loved the staff the clean rooms and the service"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
"We will probably not re book this property. The building and location are great and walking distance easily to grab streetcar- that part was awesome. We were never greeted at anytime entering or leaving building. —staff acted like they didn’t want to be there. Thank yous were said but only at check ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
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Our guide on where to stay in Park Central-Research Park
Downtown Kansas City
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Kansas City. You can visit top attractions like Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland and Kansas City City Hall, and jump on the metro at Metro Center Station or Library Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Countryside
While there might not be top attractions in Countryside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Museum of Toys and Miniatures and Plaza Tennis Center.
Country Club Plaza
Country Club Plaza is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Plaza Tennis Center and Country Club Plaza.
South Kansas City
If you're spending some time in South Kansas City, Swope Park and Kansas City Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Power and Light District
The ample dining options and great live music are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland or T-Mobile Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Power and Light Tram Stop to get around town.
