Travel Destinations Kansas Kansas City, Kansas Top Things to Do in Kansas City, Kansas The Missouri and Kansas rivers meet at this destination for sports, shopping and some outstanding dining. By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 18, 2023 Children's Mercy Park. Photo: Courtesy of Sporting KC Do Children's Mercy Park When Sporting KC is in town, soccer fans snag tickets to a lively match at Children's Mercy Park. Courtesy of Chris Graythen/Visit KC Kansas Speedway If NASCAR is your speed, take in a race at Kansas Speedway in spring and fall, or try a test drive on the track at speeds up to 155 mph with the Richard Petty Driving Experience. Legends Field The Kansas City Monarchs, formerly the T-Bones, play baseball at Legends Field. Legends Outlets/Kansas City You'll find upscale chain stores and restaurants at an open-air shopping mecca. Strawberry Hill Museum and Cultural Center An eclectic museum, housed in an opulent 1887 home, covers the house's history and the cultures of regional immigrants. Courtesy of Urban Hikes KC Urban Hikes KC Lisa Peña and her guides lead treks through the hills, streets, neighborhoods and alleyways of Kansas City (both the Kansas and Missouri sides) to see street art and learn history. Hikes range up to 3.5 hours and 5 miles long. Border-Hop Between Kansas and Missouri to Fully Savor the Food, Sports and Culture of Kansas City Eat and Drink Arthur Bryant's Barbeque Made world-famous by a master of smoke, the tasty burnt ends at Arthur Bryant's are legendary. Fritz's Railroad Restaurant A little train delivers food; try the great burgers and onion rings. Three locations in the Kansas City area (both Kansas and Missouri). Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que This restaurant has a reputation for some of the best brisket, pulled pork, ribs and barbecue sandwiches. Go for a Z-Man brisket sandwich. Nate Luke Rye Leawood Check out craft cocktails and seasonal fare at Rye Leawood, created by award-winning chefs. Strang Hall With six restaurants in one airy space at Overland Park, meal combos are endless. Try steam buns from Anousone, tacos from Fenix or grilled shrimp from Solstice. Take a Trip Down Kansas City's Taco Trail Stay Great Wolf Lodge At the North Woods-theme hotel, kids can splash in the indoor water park. Other solid chain hotels in the area include Best Western Premier KC Speedway Inn and Suites and Hampton Inn Kansas City The Legends. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit