South Kansas City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Starlight Theatre
This self-producing, top-class performing arts venue is a national treasure.
Swope Park
From Broadway shows to African animal enclosures and everything in between, Kansas City's biggest park has activities to suit everyone's taste.
National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
Take a step back in time with a visit to this incredible museum that houses a collection of toys from the Victorian era onward.
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Catch an event at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Kansas City Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Kansas City Convention Center during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in South Kansas City
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
For what we paid, it was acceptable but I won’t stay again. The room I selected wasn’t available because housekeeping didn’t show, which was a slight problem but not huge. The room smelled absolutely awful. The carpet needs desperately cleaned. There were still hairs on the floor in the bathroom. ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South
Smells…all the smells…pot, tobacco, wet dogs. Sketch…men hanging around outside on the parking lot, dark, dingy, not family friendly at all
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Argosy Casino & Hotel
Not much nearby
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Very nice
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
The 20th floor room was large and well appointed. Bed was ok
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Staff was wonderful and very friendly. My 6 year old had a blast in the indoor pool area. However, I will say if he was a little bit smaller I'm not sure he would have enjoyed it as much. We will definitely be back and hope to catch some rays outdoors! When leaving, my son asked if we could go back, ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
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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.
