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The home of swing and bebop for some, "The City of Fountains" to others, Kansas City is different things to different people. Music enthusiasts are drawn to the jazz clubs and old haunts of famous musicians such as Charlie Parker and Count Basie. With more fountains than Rome, there is ample opportunity for scenic strolling from fountain to fountain. Stop along the way to discover interesting neighborhoods and browse through eclectic shops. Families are particularly attracted to the city because of its child-friendly events and venues. Science City features hands-on exhibits including a mock television studio where kids can deliver a weather forecast, while the Zoo houses impressive African and Australian exhibits plus an IMAX Theater. The city's museums cover everything from the history of jazz music to a celebration of African American baseball players. Once a trading post for pioneers heading to the Western United States, today Kansas City is a burgeoning metropolis with activities and attractions for visitors of all ages and interests.
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1. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
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5.0 based on 3,257 reviews
Drop in for an hour, come for lunch, or spend the entire day wandering through world-class galleries. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is the cultural jewel of Kansas City and just three blocks from the Country Club Plaza, and admission is free. The Nelson-Atkins, recognized as one of America’s finest art museums, strives to be the place where the power of art engages the spirit of community. With 40,000 works of art, the Nelson-Atkins is best known for its new Bloch Galleries, featuring Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, plus its Asian art, photography, American paintings, American Indian and Egyptian galleries. The Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, a beautiful setting for a walk or picnic, is an oasis in the city and home to notable sculptures.
Reviewed By pamhR1347EY - Kansas City, United States
Love to wander through the Nelson Art Gallery just about any day... Always great on a Sunday afternoon when I'll grab tea and dessert (or full lunch) at the great Rozelle Court. So beautiful. Add a walk down through tree shaded paths, and around art installations surrounding the buildings, ahhh, my idea of a great afternoon.
2. Barley Bus Tours
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5.0 based on 493 reviews
Tour & Taste KC's best breweries, wineries & distilleries! This is your opportunity to get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the places and people making some of KC's best beer, wine & liquor!
3. Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
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5.0 based on 588 reviews
Reviewed By 904carlp
Had the opportunity last week to hear the Kingdom Choir here and the sound and acoustics were phenomenal. A world class concert hall in the Midwest that should be on your to do list. Thank you to the Kauffman family for this gift to the city.
4. Tom's Town Distilling Co.
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5.0 based on 358 reviews
Drawing inspiration from the country's most corrupt political boss, Tom Pendergast, Tom's Town Distilling Co. is downtown Kansas City's first legal distillery since Prohibition. Enjoy a craft cocktail in our gorgeous art deco tasting room or take our 1 hour tour for an in-depth look at the distillation process and a brief overview of Kansas City during Boss Tom's rule. Cheers!
Reviewed By Peakles
A friend and I took the distillery tour and learned some lesser know Kansas City history in addition to the process for of the Tom's Town's different liquors. I discovered I like good vodka and gin and my friend discovered a new whiskey to love. Nicole was a great tour guide. She added bits of fun to the tour and was great answering questions.
5. Country Club Plaza
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4.5 based on 1,885 reviews
This ritzy marketplace features an outdoor plaza adorned with romantic European fountains and sculptures, plus designer shops and great restaurants.
Reviewed By N5732ACsaral
Beautiful area, fun to walk around and look at fountains, there’s a great selection of shops for all budgets, Starbucks opens really early. Clean and safe.
6. KC Fountains
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4.5 based on 376 reviews
"The City of Fountains" boasts more than 40 public water works, ranging from classical to modern, minimalist to ornate.
Reviewed By Y9090RNmichaelf
I've lived in KC many years and have experienced just about every fountain around. My top 5 fountains if you'd like to do a fountain tour... 1. J C Nichols Memorial Fountain - Plaza/Midtown 2. Crown Center Square Fountain - Crown Center/Downtown 3. Children's Fountain - North Kansas City 4. Northland Fountain - Kansas City/Northland 5. Meyer Circle Fountain - Ward Parkway/Midtown Honorable Mentions: Firefighter Fountain, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fountain, Loose Park Rose Garden Fountain, Henry Wollman Bloch Fountain (Union Station)
7. Boulevard Brewing Company
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4.5 based on 647 reviews
Reviewed By Cheriejay - Tulsa, United States
The tour guides are awesome, knowledgeable and passionate about the brewery. We had a great time on the tour, just long enough to explain the process but not boring. The tasting room is laid out well for quick service and all of the beer choices are well marked so you can choose what you like best. Perfect for an afternoon!
8. Green Lady Lounge
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4.5 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By AceBucki - Lewis Center, United States
I seldom go to bars or taverns because I don't drink, but my friends were in a jazz mood after having a great BBQ meal. They decided on the Green Lady Lounge and I am glad I decided to go. The atmosphere was perfect for a jazz lounge with a beautiful bar (don't let the look from out on the street fool you) and bartenders that care about their craft. They made me one of the best lemonade's that I have ever tasted! Would go back and be the DD.
