South Kansas City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Kansas City
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Worlds of Fun
Shoot through corkscrews in rollercoasters, plummet down water slides and explore all the continents in this fun-filled family entertainment park.
Activities
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Our pick of the best South Kansas City Hotel Deals
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
"The queen size bed was fine if you can sleep in the center. We were two people sleeping on a queen mattress fighting the slope on either side. The room was otherwise clean, up to date and pleasant. Ask for an odd room on the West side to see the sunset."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South
"Good location to visit the KC Zoo and Starlight Theater. Our room and the hotel in general looks a bit in rough shape. Could use an update. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Made up for some of the physical issues with the building."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
"great location, great staff, would definitely stay here again"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium
"My stay was fine. It was more than sufficient for a one night stay. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was fully stocked and sufficient as well."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
"Good experience overall, and very easy to send them with my car. Overall found the place a little grungy for the price like there was a stain on the carpet and something on the wall that looked spilled. Not disgusting just not spotless I would say. The coffee was never there in the morning it felt ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
"Great hotel and staff"
Reviewed on 19 May 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.
