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 entertainment choices and great live music 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.
Top hotels in South Kansas City
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
Clean room!
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Really nice hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Awesome place. Very clean and sophisticated.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
Room was great
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
It was wonderful.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
Great customer service
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Kansas City
Raytown
You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in Raytown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cave Spring Interpretive Center or Crane Brewing.
Country Club Plaza
Notable for its shopping, restaurants and live music, Country Club Plaza is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Kansas City. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art or Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
Southmoreland
While visiting Southmoreland, you might make a stop by sights like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
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.
