South Kansas City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Kansas City
Popular places to visit
Kansas City Zoo
This well-stocked zoo offers the chance to see animals from the four corners of the world without leaving Kansas.
Starlight Theatre
This atmospheric outdoor auditorium has played a fascinating part in the history of American theatre.
Swope Park
Spend quality time in Kansas City’s favourite playground, home to an outdoor theatre, a zoo, a golf course and much more.
National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
Cherished dolls, rare teddy bears and historic toy cars are some of the fascinating items in this nostalgic collection of childhood treasures.
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Missouri-Kansas City as part of your travels around Kansas City. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
International House of Prayer
Find out about the history of Kansas City when you take a trip to International House of Prayer. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City
Our pick of the best South Kansas City Hotel Deals
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
Bathroom was not clean. Looked like it was forgotten about. Yuck. All else was good
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Argosy Casino & Hotel
Room was dirty. Staff rude. Bed frame was larger than the bed. Bathroom had someone else’s used soap in the shower and mirror was not cleaned, dusty room including bathroom. Room smelled like cigarette smoke badly and all of our things then smelled like stale smoke-even our luggage. We won’t stay ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Clean Room. Room service great
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
Great stay. Restaurant food was disappointing but the hotel was nice.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Don't rely on the margaritaville pamphlet, the listing or the fact that free self parking is advertised. They will still charge you. The pool was so dirty you couldn't hardly see through the water, let alone the smell of feces and actual feces from bloated diapers on baby's in the water not using ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City
Nice place for a vacation
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Kansas City
Raytown
Restaurants and churches are just a few things travellers like about Raytown. A stop by Crane Brewing is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Country Club Plaza
You'll love the popular shops in Country Club Plaza, and you might want to stick around to check out Plaza Tennis Center, a top place to visit.
Southmoreland
If you're spending time in Southmoreland, check out sights like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art or Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Southmoreland Tram Stop or Art Museums Tram Stop.
Plaza Westport
Though Plaza Westport may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
West Plaza
While West Plaza may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and 39th Street West.
Westport
Visitors highly recommend Westport for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Riot Room while you're in town.
