Explore Kansas City: BBQ & Beyond

Bring your appetite, sense of adventure and entire family to explore Kansas City. Straddling two states at the junction of the Kansas and Missouri rivers, this city is known for its barbecue, steaks and culture, but there’s plenty more to discover in a metro area that also includes bustling Overland Park.

An international melting pot

Discover how Kansas’ multicultural communities have made their mark on the history, art and cuisines of the region.

Unforgettable eats

Try slow-smoked meats at Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que or taste your way down the Taco Trail.

Historic happenings

See where Lewis and Clark camped out at Kaw Point Park and see the ruins of Underground Railroad stop Quindaro.

Kansas City & Overland Park Highlights

Sports & Recreation

  • Explore beautiful green spaces, including a waterfront garden inspired by Claude Monet’s paintings.

  • Find high-speed thrills at a NASCAR race. The exhilarating NASCAR Racing Experience lets you take the wheel.

  • Enjoy a waterfront jog or go fishing and boating on the marina in this pretty public park.

Colorful Culture

  • Downtown Kansas City is home to eight murals celebrating Kansas’ diverse communities.

  • Find natural and technological exhibits from T. rexes to STEAM happy hours and augmented reality.

  • Step into the past and learn how Kansas City’s early residents lived.

Experiences

A Kansas City Monarchs game at Legends Field in Kansas City, Kansas

Professional Sports

See the Kansas City Monarchs play baseball or grab a ticket to a Sporting KC soccer game.

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A mural in the historic Strawberry Hill neighborhood of Kansas City, Kansas

Vibrant Neighborhoods

The multicultural roots of Kansas City and Overland Park are on display in districts like Strawberry Hill and downtown.

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Kaw Point Park in Kansas City, Kansas

Get Outdoors

Find plenty of room to roam (or hike, zipline or skate) on beautiful nature trails and in scenic city parks.

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Sampling craft beer at Brew Lab Brewery + Kitchen in Overland Park, Kansas

Craft Breweries & Culinary Gems

Find fresh flavors from Kansas City’s signature steaks to trendy local brewpubs.

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A fireworks show over downtown Kansas City, Kansas

Holidays & Special Events

Year-round fun includes dazzling holiday light displays, county fair contests and cultural celebrations.

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