Merriam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Mid-America Sports Complex

Catch an event at Mid-America Sports Complex during your trip to Shawnee. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.

Mid-America Sports Complex

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

If AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Overland Park.

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park

Catch an event at Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park during your trip to Shawnee. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park

Tomahawk Hills Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Shawnee at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.

Tomahawk Hills Golf Course

KU MedWest

If KU MedWest is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Shawnee.

KU MedWest

Shawnee Town 1929

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Shawnee Town 1929 during your travels in Shawnee. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Shawnee Town 1929

Activities

Guided Trolley Tour of Kansas City

Kansas City Fun Tours

NZ$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kansas City Fun Tours
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

NZ$170
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Tom’s Town Distilling Co., the first legal distillery in downtown KC since Prohibition, produces premium craft spirits including award-winning Bourbon, Gin, Barreled Gin and Vodka.

Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting

NZ$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kansas City Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds

Kansas City Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds

NZ$20
per adult
Kansas City Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds
Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour

Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour

NZ$8
per adult
Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

NZ$25
per traveller
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best Merriam Hotel Deals

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam

3 out of 5
9009 W Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Mission, KS
The price is NZ$181 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$181
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mission. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,652 reviews)
"Very clean, beds and pillows comfortable. Chair very comfortable. Good lighting. I gave a 4 on property condition only because the carpet needs repair in one spot, just needs replacing. Everything else was great. Probably my favorite hotel that we’ve stayed in lately. I rate it 4.9 stars 😁"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam
Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Merriam

Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Merriam

2.5 out of 5
7400 West Frontage Rd, Shawnee, KS
The price is NZ$221 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$221
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Shawnee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great place, but you wanna be parked early"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Merriam
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

3.5 out of 5
11828 NW Plaza Circle, Kansas City, MO
The price is NZ$154 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$154
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,634 reviews)
"Soft bed. Nice restaurant. Nice staff"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
Loews Kansas City Hotel

Loews Kansas City Hotel

4 out of 5
1515 Wyandotte Street, Kansas City, MO
The price is NZ$400 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$400
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,764 reviews)

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Loews Kansas City Hotel
Kansas City Marriott Downtown

Kansas City Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
200 W 12th Street, Kansas City, MO
The price is NZ$291 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$291
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Kansas City Marriott Downtown
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

3.5 out of 5
1491 North 98th Terrace, Kansas City, KS
The price is NZ$378 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$378
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Legends Outlets Kansas City and Kansas ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (53 reviews)
"Was the best"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
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Other neighbourhoods around Merriam

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Lake Quivira

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lake Quivira and surrounding area, you can visit Mid-America Sports Complex and 3 and 2 Baseball Park.

Lake Quivira

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