Houston Lake Travel Guide
Kansas City
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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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Kauffman Stadium
Catch an event at Kauffman Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Worlds of Fun
Shoot through corkscrews in rollercoasters, plummet down water slides and explore all the continents in this fun-filled family entertainment park.
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.
Kansas City Zoo
This city zoo is home to a huge array of animals from the four corners of the globe, and boasts one of the best African exhibits in the country.
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Home to some of the world’s most iconic works of art, this globally recognized museum also offers one of Kansas City’s best outdoor spaces.
Top hotels in Houston Lake
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Room was super clean and had everything we needed! Staff was professional and helpful. Lots to do for kids ! Cant wait to come back this summer
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
Incrediable hotel everyone was great!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Fantastic room!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
The hotel is cute. Good location. Friendly staff. Our only complaint was the pillows…. Had to sleep on 3.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
We stayed here because of the long term parking with shuttle service to and from the airport. The drivers were great and the van was clean.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza
Nice view. Staff was friendly
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Houston Lake
Gladstone
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Gladstone. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Worlds of Fun and Harrah's Casino are a few top places to visit.
River Market
The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about River Market. City Market of Kansas City and Arabia Steamboat Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at River Market North Tram Stop or City Market Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Financial District
Live music, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers enjoy about Financial District. Check out Santa Fe Trail or Kansas City Public Library while you're exploring the area.
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 North Loop Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Northeast Kansas City
While visiting Northeast Kansas City, you might make a stop by sights like Isle of Capri Casino Kansas City and Kansas City Museum.
