Why You Should Go...

Recently named one of National Geographic’s “Best Trips 2019,” Kansas City’s authenticity always impresses.

From maps and visitor guides to driving directions and restaurant suggestions, the Visitor Center experts will help you find the best there is to do and see while in KC.

Discover can’t-miss events and receive insider tips that only their experienced staff can provide.

You’ll see why they are so passionate about this city in no time at all. As Nat Geo put it, it’s time to “revel in the revival.”

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Why You Should Go...

Recently named one of National Geographic’s “Best Trips 2019,” Kansas City’s authenticity always impresses.

From maps and visitor guides to driving directions and restaurant suggestions, the Visitor Center experts will help you find the best there is to do and see while in KC.

Discover can’t-miss events and receive insider tips that only their experienced staff can provide.

You’ll see why they are so passionate about this city in no time at all. As Nat Geo put it, it’s time to “revel in the revival.”

What You Should Know...

Open: Year-Round; Closed on: Sunday, Monday, Saturday

Hours: Closed Today. Opens Tue

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Wednesday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Thursday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Friday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Saturday: Closed

Cost: Free

Discounts: Students, Groups

Parking: Free On-site, Street

Available: Wi-fi

Insider Info

Ride the KC Streetcar to travel between popular Downtown destinations. The free, 2.2-mile route runs through the Crossroads Arts District, the Power & Light District, River Market and ends at Union Station/Crown Center.

Don't miss Kansas City's premier dining event, KC Restaurant Week, taking place from January 8 - 17. For more information and details on participating restaurants, please visit kcrestaurantweek.com/.

Fun Facts

Kansas City is home to more than 200 fountains—a total that eclipses every other city in the world, except Rome. From large and majestic to small and whimsical, discover waterworks dedicated to fallen firefighters, the city’s children, women’s leadership, and more.

When most people think of Kansas City, barbecue comes to mind, for a good reason: the city’s signature food is served up at more than 100 barbecue establishments, each boasting a house specialty.

From the Roaring ’20s to the early ’40s, jazz reigned in KC. The city’s 12th Street became world renowned for its jazz clubs, gambling parlors and brothels—earning Kansas City the moniker the “Paris of the Plains.” Today, live jazz can still be heard regularly at 40 clubs throughout the city.