10 TOP Things to Do in Northwest Missouri (2025 Activity Guide)

Science City at Union Station featuring modern architecture, a garden and signage

Downtown Kansas City showing a high rise building, landscape views and a city

Harry S. Truman Library and Museum which includes interior views and heritage elements

Union Station featuring heritage elements and interior views as well as a small group of people

Harry S. Truman Library and Museum showing a park and interior views

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What to do in Northwest Missouri

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GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Catch an event at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theater 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.

Legends Outlets Kansas City

When you visit Legends Outlets Kansas City, a popular shopping spot in Kansas City, you can enjoy some retail therapy. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.

Kauffman Stadium

Catch an event at Kauffman Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Crown Center

During your trip to Kansas City, you can do some window-shopping at Crown Center. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Kansas Speedway

Catch an event at Kansas Speedway during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.

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.

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Home to some of the world’s most iconic works of art, this globally recognized museum also offers one of Kansas City’s best outdoor spaces.

Starlight Theatre

This self-producing, top-class performing arts venue is a national treasure.

Areas of Northwest Missouri

Union Station which includes a high rise building, a city and landscape views

Downtown Kansas City

Entrepreneurial spirit, gentrification and originality combine to create a district full of architectural treasures, boutiques, live music venues and theaters.

Country Club Plaza

Shop, dine or sip coffee at an outdoor table in this beautiful Spanish-style shopping area, which is scattered with picturesque statues and fountains.

Power and Light District

The abundant dining options and live music are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland or T-Mobile Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Power and Light Tram Stop to get around town.

South Kansas City

If you're spending some time in South Kansas City, Swope Park and Bay Water Park are top sights worth seeing.

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts showing theater scenes and interior views

Crossroads Arts District

You might enjoy the restaurants while in Crossroads Arts District. Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Crossroads Tram Stop or Kauffman Center Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art showing a garden

Midtown - Westport

Unique features of Midtown - Westport include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Uptown Theater or Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art while you're exploring the area.