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Legends Outlets Kansas City

Legends Outlets Kansas City

3/5(1 review)

With a visit to Legends Outlets Kansas City, a popular shopping spot in Kansas City, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.

Legends Outlets Kansas City
Kansas Speedway

Kansas Speedway

Catch an event at Kansas Speedway during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.

Kansas Speedway
Kansas City featuring a pool and a water park as well as children

Village West

During your trip to I-435 West, you can enjoy retail therapy at Village West. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Village West

City Park

City Park is just one of the places to see in Kansas City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

City Park

University of Kansas Medical Center

If University of Kansas Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rosedale.

University of Kansas Medical Center

Children's Mercy Park

Catch an event at Children's Mercy Park during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.

Children's Mercy Park

Activities

Tom’s Town Distilling Co., the first legal distillery in downtown KC since Prohibition, produces premium craft spirits including award-winning Bourbon, Gin, Barreled Gin and Vodka.

Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour

Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour

AU$8
per adult
Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

AU$157
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game

Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game

AU$64
per adult
Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour

Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour

AU$54
per adult
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
The Depths

The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City

AU$64
per adult
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City
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Our pick of the best Kensington Hotel Deals

Loews Kansas City Hotel

Loews Kansas City Hotel

4 out of 5
1515 Wyandotte Street, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$392 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$392
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,816 reviews)
"Would highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Loews Kansas City Hotel
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

3.5 out of 5
11828 NW Plaza Circle, Kansas City, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$153 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$153
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,771 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly pleasant and the room was clean band the bed was comfortable. You can get a cocktail in the evening and breakfast in the morning. They offer long term parking at a very reasonable rate with shuttle to and from the airport. Will definitely stay again when flying out of KC"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
Kansas City Marriott Downtown

Kansas City Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
200 W 12th Street, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$359 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$359
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Great location. Huge hotel. Awesome bar. Everything was as expected. Lines were kinda long to check in but we got there right at check in time for a KC opening game weekend so it was expected. A bottle or 2 of water in our room would have been nice though."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Kansas City Marriott Downtown
Origin Kansas City Riverfront, a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Kansas City Riverfront, a Wyndham Hotel

3 out of 5
1001 E Riverfront, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$236 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$236
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Worlds of Fun and T-Mobile ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (380 reviews)
"The staff both at check-in and checkout made us feel like valued friends. The room looked and felt luxurious. I particularly loved the shower followed by large fluffy towels. Many amenities were available, but we were on a tight schedule and couldn’t indulge. Would love to stay here again."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Origin Kansas City Riverfront, a Wyndham Hotel
Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1301 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$228 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$228
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"We chose this hotel because it is walking distance from our event. Friendly staff. Easy check in."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG
American Inn North Kansas City

American Inn North Kansas City

3.5 out of 5
1211 Armour Rd, North Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$122 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$122
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in North Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (1,011 reviews)
"Very convenient"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

American Inn North Kansas City
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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington

Kansas City

Riverview

While visiting Riverview, you might make a stop by sights like Kansas City Memorial Hall and Granada Theater.

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Northwest

When in Northwest, you can plan a visit to Granada Theater and Kansas City Children's Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Northeast

When in Northeast, you can plan a visit to Granada Theater and Kansas City Memorial Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northeast
Kansas City

Strawberry Hill

Unique features of Strawberry Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Kansas City Memorial Hall or Strawberry Hill Museum while you're exploring the area.

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Armourdale

While there might not be top attractions in Armourdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kemper Arena and American Royal Complex.

Armourdale
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Coronado

Though Coronado may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kansas City Children's Museum and Granada Theater.

Coronado

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