Crown Center District Travel Guide
Kansas City
Visit Crown Center District
Popular places to visit
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.
National World War One Museum and Memorial
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in National World War One Museum and Memorial during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Science City at Union Station
Experience the wonder of science via hands-on exhibits and experiments at this family-friendly museum set inside a century-old railway station.
Liberty Memorial
Casualties of World War I are remembered here at this memorial site which is also home to a comprehensive museum dedicated to “The Great War”.
SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium
Explore the underwater world of sharks, rays and starfish and watch the feeding shows of sea creatures more than 1,600 kilometres from the sea.
Country Club Plaza
Shop, dine or sip coffee at an outdoor table in this beautiful Spanish-style shopping area, which is scattered with picturesque statues and fountains.
Top hotels in Crown Center District
The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
"Staff was extremely helpful at checkin as well as with each encounter. Great complimentary breakfast!"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Kansas City Downtown
"Friendly staff, pretty nice location"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
"Very helpful staff, everything is working distance, parking attached to the hotel, clean rooms, smoke free"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium
"Staff was exceptionally friendly and made every effort to meet requests!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
"This was our first experience at Margaritaville and will be our last. It is a very expensive “resort” but doesn’t really include anything except the pools. 50% of the staff we encountered were unfriendly, especially at the Landshark Bar and Grill host stand. No smile or greeting. Far too overpriced ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG
"We attended an event at the T-Mobile Center and it worked perfectly for us to just walk from the hotel to our event!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Crown Center District
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
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.
South Kansas City
If you're spending some time in South Kansas City, International House of Prayer and Swope Park 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.
