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Things to do in Kansas City
With 483,000 people making up its population (though rising well past 2 million in the metropolitan area), Kansas City is a Southern town with plenty of something for everyone. While many come to KC for annual events like the Kansas City Kansas Street Blues Festival, others come for its many unique attractions, such as the massive Worlds of Fun amusement park, the Kansas City Zoo, Westport entertainment district, Arrowhead Stadium – home of the Kansas City Chiefs of the NFL and way more. The city has been a world leader in many markets, with several Fortune 500 companies calling it home, and Gross Metropolitan Product of around $42 billion. With plenty to see and do, it’s no wonder that Kansas City sees as many visitors as it does. This town has it all!
Attractions and Sights
American Jazz Museum on Kansas City's famous 18th & Vine features live music, interactive exhibits and a huge archive.
Worlds of Fun in Kansas City is a 235-acre amusement park that has been a city landmark since 1973.
Parks and Outdoor Activities
Kansas City Zoo is home to some 1300 animals in more than 200 acres of beautifully-landscaped grounds.
Landmarks
Liberty Memorial & National World War I Musuem in Kansas City is a National Historic Landmark and site of interest.
Shopping
Country Club Plaza is a major upscale shopping center in Kansas City.
Festivals and Events
Kansas City Kansas Street Blues Festival is the city's best event dedicated to blues music.
Arts and Entertainment
Starlight Theatre is a large outdoor theatre in Kansas City that specializes in major productions like touring Broadway shows.
Kansas City Repertory Theatre operates Spencer Theatre and Copaken Stage.
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas City is going to be home to Muriel Kauffman Theatre and Helzberg Hall.
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City is home to 33,500 works in a variety of media.
Nightlife
Kansas City's Westport district is home to a thriving night scene and shopping area with many bars, pubs, restaurants and boutiques.
Convention Centers
Bartle Hall Convention Center is Kansas City's largest and busiest convention and meeting facility.
Arenas and Stadiums
Arrowhead Stadium is home to the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs.
Kauffman Stadium is home to the Kansas City Royals of Major League Baseball.
Sprint Center is home to the AFL's Kansas City Brigade.
Kemper Arena American Royal Center in Kansas City has been home to numerous teams and hosted concerts for Queen, Bob Dylan and many more.
CommunityAmerica Ballpark is home to the Kanas City T-Bones of Northern League baseball and the Kansas City Wizards on Major League Soccer.
Food and Drink
Piropos is an authentic Argentinian diner in Kansas City's Briarcliff district.