South Kansas City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular South Kansas City attractions

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Kansas City Zoo

8.4/10 (912 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Discover Kansas a Guided Tour

Discover Kansas: a Self-Guided Tour

AU$2
per adult
Discover Kansas: a Self-Guided Tour
Kansas City Outlaws and Legends Tour

Kansas City Outlaws and Legends Tour

AU$42
per adult
Kansas City Outlaws and Legends Tour
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$49
per adult
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

AU$21
per traveller
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

AU$153
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City

The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City

AU$61
per adult
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City
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Our pick of the best South Kansas City Hotel Deals

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 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$149
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,290 reviews)
"This place was quiet and perfect for our quick stay. This was our halfway point going to Kentucky."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South

3.5 out of 5
8601 Hillcrest Rd Kansas City MO
The price is AU$114 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$114
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

2.5 out of 5
8551 E Blue Pkwy Kansas City MO
The price is AU$163 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$163
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG
InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza by IHG

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza by IHG

4 out of 5
401 Ward Pkwy Kansas City MO
The price is AU$244 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$244
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,157 reviews)
"We had a two night staycation in KC. I had forgotten how wonderful this property is. Can’t beat the location and the property is beautiful."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza by IHG
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 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$392
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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 ...
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 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$104
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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
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Our guide on where to stay in South Kansas City

Find the best South Kansas City 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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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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Midtown - Westport

Noted for its theatres and live music, there's plenty to explore in Midtown - Westport. Top attractions like Uptown Theater and Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Westport Tram Stop or Armour Tram Stop to see more of the city.

South Kansas City Travel Guide

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