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Kansas City Information & Attractions

THINGS TO SEE IN KANSAS CITY:

Country Club Plaza - Kansas City’s premier retail center is renowned for a reason. Stroll through 15 city blocks of Spanish-inspired architecture to discover dozens of fountains, shop trendy designer brands and dine at beloved restaurants ideal for special date nights—proving the district to be an essential experience worth revisiting time and again.

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A decorative fountain with water jets, featuring a sculpture in the foreground and buildings in the background under a clear sky. 

First-Timer's Guide to Kansas City - First time touring the City of Fountains? There are a few essentials everyone ought to know during your inaugural journey to Kansas City. 

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 The secret to legendary barbecue is both art and science. Begin your time in the museum by getting acquainted with the essential elements that shape the final product on your plate, including meat, spice & rub, wood, fire, smoke and sauce.  

Museum of BBQ - Kansas City occupies a globally recognized, well-deserved place as the Barbecue Capital of the World. More than a century of legendary pitmasters, signature processes for preparing the cuisine and 100+ contemporary restaurants make the region’s impact undeniable.

Now, KC has a new institution dedicated to honoring the craft: The Museum of BBQ has officially made its debut. Located inside Crown Center, the museum promises to educate and entertain, whether you consider yourself a barbecue beginner or a near-professional pitmaster.

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Hallmark Visitors Center - There’s so much to see at the Hallmark Visitors Center. Interactive displays and fascinating exhibits share a glimpse into the rich history and creative spirit of Hallmark. In our theater, watch an illuminating short film about Hallmark’s 116 year history. 

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Inside the American Jazz Museum's permanent exhibit — the Louis Armstrong gallery  

National Museums in Kansas City - Widely celebrated as a hotbed of barbecue, jazz and fountains, Kansas City has also curated a reputation as a preeminent destination for museum-goers. Whether in search of western heritage, world war understanding or smaller-than-life miniatures, Kansas City touts an assortment of national museums that examine culture, conflict and compromise.  

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A modern building with colorful, geometric glass facades, illuminated at dusk, surrounded by landscaped pathways.  

Iconic Kansas City Landmarks - From memorials and installations to murals and sculptures, Kansas City’s landmarks are more than just a random assortment of aesthetically pleasing artwork. They’re as much a part of the KC’s texture as jazz, barbecue or fountains—many of which stand out as marquee landmarks in their own right.

These landmarks are reminders of those we’ve lost, tributes to those who shaped our identity and symbols of the spirit of Kansas City, each contributing something unique to the city’s cultural composition.

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