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Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown

Explore Kansas City

Things To Do

Things To Do

Kansas City Power and Light District

Offering over a half million square feet the Kansas City Power & Light District is the midwest's premier entertainment epicenter. With more than 50 unique and captivating shops, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues, the district offers something for everyone.

Kansas City Convention Center Bartle Hall

1101 Locust St., Kansas City, MO 64106

The Kansas City Convention Center has all your event needs covered for meeting spaces, social gatherings, weddings and galas, from fairs to trade shows, we have the space and it's a great place!

TMobile Center

1407 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64106

The TMobile Center is the region’s premier venue and is host more than 100 events a year, including concerts, family shows, special events as well as professional, collegiate and amateur sporting events.

Municipal Auditorium

201 W. 13th St., Kansas City, MO 64105

Municipal Auditorium is a multi-purpose facility located in Kansas City, Missouri. It opened in 1935 and features Streamline Moderne and Art Deco architecture and architectural details. It is home to college basketball, concerts, theatre productions, trade shows, and more.

Kansas City Live Entertainment

The district will feature over 8 city blocks of restaurants, nightclubs and bars, shopping, retail, and is located downtown, across from the Sprint Center. The Power and Light District, which is named after the famed Power and Light building, was originally to be called 'KC Live!', which is now incorporated into the district as a live music and entertainment district.

Crowne Center

2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106

Located in the heart of downtown Kansas City, Crown Center is often called a city within a city. Three levels of great shopping and dining complement two of the city’s most luxurious hotels, exquisite office buildings, a residential community and several entertainment attractions. It all surrounds the worldwide headquarters of Hallmark Cards, Inc. Bring your family and your imagination for an unforgettable visit to Crown Center.

Union Station

Kansas City’s most celebrated destination boasts over 100 years of iconic history and year-round attractions for all ages. Visit the internationally awarded Science City, Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium, or visit the current touring exhibitions. There’s always something new to see and do at this family-friendly favorite!

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.

Arrowhead Stadium

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is the home of the Kansas City Chiefs. As the epicenter of Chiefs Kingdom, it is a sports and entertainment destination that serves the entire Midwest region and is a must-visit venue on the bucket list of football fans around the world. In addition to Chiefs football, the stadium hosts varied concerts and will host several matches in the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

Kauffman Stadium

Kauffman Stadium, often called "The K", is a baseball stadium located in Kansas City, Missouri. It is the home ballpark of Major League Baseball's Kansas City Royals, two-time World Series Champions. The stadium is named for Ewing Kauffman, the founder and first owner of the Royals. It opened in 1973 as Royals Stadium and was named for Kauffman twenty years later on July 2, 1993.

Kansas City Zoo

The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is a 202-acre facility founded in 1909 and is located in Swope Park at 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, Missouri. It is home to nearly 1,700 animals and the aquarium has around 8,000 animals. The zoo sees over one million visitors a year.

Worlds of Fun

Kansas City’s home for family fun for over 50 years, the park has grown into a top amusement destination in the Midwest. Spanning more than 325 acres with unique, international-themed areas, seven roller coasters, dozens of thrill rides and a massive waterpark in Oceans of Fun, Worlds of Fun is the premier theme park in the region. A great day at Worlds of Fun includes a ride on the all-new, reimagined Zambezi Zinger, a splashing good time at Oceans of Fun, and plenty of refreshments.

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

1601 Broadway, Kansas City, Missouri 64108

The Kauffman Center’s overriding vision is to enrich the lives of everyone in the community through extraordinary and diverse performing arts experiences. The Kauffman Center will be home to resident organizations, the Kansas City Ballet, Lyric Opera, Kansas City Symphony, and other innovative programming embraces a variety of audiences with different tastes, interest and passions. At the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, everyone can have an opportunity to experience excellence.

Midland Theater

1228 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64105

Located in downtown Kansas City on Main Street in the Power & Light District, the original Midland Theatre opened in 1927 and hosted well-known artists throughout its history, most recently, Faith Hill, Bob Dylan, James Taylor, Willie Nelson, Duran Duran, The Moody Blues, Jerry Seinfeld, Michael Buble and Jethro Tull. The newly renovated Midland by AMC will be home to a wide variety of musical artists, comedians, family entertainers as well as special, corporate and private events.

Starlight Theatre

4600 Starlight Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64132

Starlight Theatre has been a Kansas City landmark since the 1950's. Over the years the venue has brought the city hundreds of spectacular Broadway shows, amazing concerts and wonderful community outreach programs.

Kansas City River Market Neighborhood

5th and Walnut, Kansas City, Missouri 64105

As Kansas City’s oldest neighborhood, the River Market is rich with history and culture. Brick streets, historic buildings, and decorative street lamps provide the ambiance of an old city in this thriving neighborhood. River Market is a vibrant and friendly community with a bountiful anchor attraction, the region’s largest farmers' market, the historic City Market. Since the early 1800's, the Historic River Market has been the place to be. Live a little, have fun and experience the River Market.

Liberty Memorial

100 W. 26th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64108

In 2004 the Museum was designated by Congress as the United States’ official World War I Museum, opening to the public on December 2, 2006, as the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial. The Museum presents a comprehensive interpretation of World War I (1914 to1919) and its lasting consequences, providing a vivid and memorable experience for all.

National WWI Museum and Memorial

The National WWI Museum and Memorial is America's leading institution dedicated to remembering, interpreting and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact on the global community.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art ​

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is an art museum in Kansas City, Missouri, known for its encyclopedic collection of art from nearly every continent and culture, and especially for its extensive collection of Asian art. Time magazine recently ranked the museum's new Bloch Building number one on its list of "The 10 Best (New and Upcoming) Architectural Marvels" which considered candidates from around the globe.

Arabia Steamboat Museum ​

The Arabia Steamboat Museum is a history museum in Kansas City, Missouri, housing artifacts salvaged from the Arabia, a steamboat that sank in the Missouri River in 1856. The 30,000-square-foot museum is located in the Kansas City River Market. The museum is operated by the partners of River Salvage Inc., who excavated the Arabia, and claims to have the largest single collection of pre-Civil War artifacts in the world.

Local Tips

Local Tips

Must See

The buzzing Power & Light District is at our back door offering more than 50 bars, restaurants, and shops, as well as Kansas City's best outdoor activities and concerts. The College Basketball Experience awaits, telling the history of the sport through interactive exhibits. Later, take a relaxing stroll through the area. These are just a few fun things to do near Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown

What's New

There are always things to do near T-Mobile Center. Business travelers will be minutes away from the Municipal Auditorium and the Kansas City Convention Center, which host many trade shows, conferences, and special events throughout the year. Guests can also enjoy Broadway, comedy, and dance shows at these two venues, or head to the T-Mobile Center for rock, pop, and country concerts year-round.

Tips

Make sure to explore the River Market, a 150-year-old riverfront neighborhood. During the weekend you can visit the area's largest farmer's market before exploring the wide array of boutiques and antique shops. Looking to get in some retail therapy when in Kansas City? Head over to Country Club Plaza and browse through over 100 shops as you admire the Spanish-inspired architecture and fountains.

Must Do

Sports fans should catch a football game at Arrowhead Stadium and cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs. Art enthusiasts can visit the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and explore exhibits featuring art from every continent and culture. Later, check out the Arabia Steamboat Museum. The museum is home to countless artifacts salvaged from the Arabia, a steamboat that sank in the Missouri River in 1856.

Don't Go Home Without

Start your day by visiting the National WWI Museum and Memorial. The museum is dedicated to remembering and understanding the Great War and its impact on the world. Thrill seekers can then head to Worlds of Fun and ride the rollercoasters. End the day by exploring downtown Kansas City. Make sure to head to the Power & Light District, where you can enjoy dinner with friends or family.