Merriam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Mid-America Sports Complex

Catch an event at Mid-America Sports Complex during your trip to Shawnee. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.

Mid-America Sports Complex

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

If AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Overland Park.

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park

Catch an event at Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park during your trip to Shawnee. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park

Tomahawk Hills Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Shawnee at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.

Tomahawk Hills Golf Course

KU MedWest

If KU MedWest is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Shawnee.

KU MedWest

Shawnee Town 1929

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Shawnee Town 1929 during your travels in Shawnee. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Shawnee Town 1929

Activities

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

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

Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game

AU$65
per adult
Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game
Kansas City Brewery, Winery, and Distillery Tour

Kansas City Brewery, Winery, and Distillery Tour

AU$150
per adult
Kansas City Brewery, Winery, and Distillery Tour
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

AU$23
per traveller
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best Merriam Hotel Deals

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam

3 out of 5
9009 W Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Mission, KS
The price is AU$167 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$167
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mission. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,654 reviews)
"Was clean n comfy for our family stay"

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam
Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Merriam

Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Merriam

2.5 out of 5
7400 West Frontage Rd, Shawnee, KS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$177 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$177
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Shawnee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place, but you wanna be parked early"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Merriam
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport

3.5 out of 5
11828 NW Plaza Circle, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$142 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$142
14 Sept - 15 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! (2,674 reviews)
"Orangewood Inn was clean, quiet, comfortable and the staff was wonderful. It was a perfect location for our needs. Thank You!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
Loews Kansas City Hotel

Loews Kansas City Hotel

4 out of 5
1515 Wyandotte Street, Kansas City, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$369 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$369
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,770 reviews)
"It was wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Loews Kansas City Hotel
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

3.5 out of 5
1491 North 98th Terrace, Kansas City, KS
The price is AU$384 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$384
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Legends Outlets Kansas City and Kansas ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"We had a wonderful experience!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
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$217 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$217
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (325 reviews)
Great stay!
"Hotel was clean & staff friendly. Hotel location was great & just a simple quick drive to many nice restaurants & easy access to the interstate. Loved being on the riverfront to get a beautiful walk in too. Lots of construction happening next to the hotel but still we felt the rooms were quiet despite ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Origin Kansas City Riverfront, a Wyndham Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Merriam

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Lake Quivira

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lake Quivira and surrounding area, you can visit Mid-America Sports Complex and 3 and 2 Baseball Park.

Lake Quivira

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