Park Central-Research Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Park Central-Research Park attractions

Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden

Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden is just one of the places to see in Kansas City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
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Activities

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$50
per adult
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Kansas City Outlaws and Legends Tour

Kansas City Outlaws and Legends Tour

AU$43
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kansas City Outlaws and Legends Tour
Kansas City Haunted Pub Crawl Ghostly Drinks and Stories

Kansas City Haunted Pub Crawl Ghostly Drinks and Stories

AU$50
per adult
Kansas City Haunted Pub Crawl Ghostly Drinks and Stories
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

AU$157
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Discover Kansas a Guided Tour

Discover Kansas: a Self-Guided Tour

AU$6
per adult
Discover Kansas: a Self-Guided Tour
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City

The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City

AU$62
per adult
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City
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Our pick of the best Park Central-Research Park Hotel Deals

Loews Kansas City Hotel

Loews Kansas City Hotel

4 out of 5
1515 Wyandotte Street Kansas City MO
The price is AU$324 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$324
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,112 reviews)
"Awesome hotel"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Loews Kansas City Hotel
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium

3 out of 5
3830 Blue Ridge Cut Off Kansas City MO
The price is AU$104 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$104
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park

Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park

3 out of 5
500 E 105th St Kansas City MO
The price is AU$149 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$149
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

4 out of 5
1491 North 98th Terrace Kansas City KS
The price is AU$240 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$240
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Legends Outlets Kansas City and ...
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence

Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence

3.5 out of 5
18011 Bass Pro Drive Independence MO
The price is AU$173 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$173
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,792 reviews)
"Asked for Glassware from the Front Desk, only Paper cups in room. They said that they’re understaffed and couldn’t help. The Bed Pillows are absolutely horrendous and flat as pancakes."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
Kansas City Marriott Downtown

Kansas City Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
200 W 12th Street Kansas City MO
The price is AU$275 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$275
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in Park Central-Research Park

Find the best Park Central-Research Park areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 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.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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Crossroads Arts District

Crossroads Arts District is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Crossroads Tram Stop or Kauffman Center Tram Stop to explore sights like Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.

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