South Kansas City
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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.
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Missouri-Kansas City as part of your travels around Kansas City. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Research Medical Center Brookside Campus
If Research Medical Center Brookside Campus is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Kansas City.
Things to do
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in South Kansas City
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
Likes: The room itself was clean with comfortable mattresses. The front desk staff was nice. Dislikes: The beds were taller than average. The elevator and hallway had very strong cigarette and Marijuana smells.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Clean, modern, great restaurants
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Argosy Casino & Hotel
The room was very spacious. The view was of the parking lot but one wall was a huge window, wall to wall and floor to almost the ceiling. It was gorgeous! The bathroom was huge with a huge walkin shower, double shower head (one was a rainfall shower overhead ). It was a bit dated by the phone installation ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
Spotless room, helpful staff, excellent amenities, comfortable bed!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Nice but will come back when pool area is open
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was very dark and felt very dated. Also, our view was horrible. The side of a building that multiple people lived in.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
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.
