Houston Lake Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Worlds of Fun
Ride roller coasters, get wet on the water slides and explore the world in a day at this family amusement park.
Kauffman Stadium
Kauffman Stadium is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Crown Center
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Crown Center, a popular shopping spot in Kansas City. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Kansas City Zoo
Take a trip through an African plain, as well as meeting animals from other parts of the world, at this city zoo.
Starlight Theatre
As one of only three remaining self-producing outdoor theaters in America, not only is this venue a Kansas City treasure, it’s a national icon too.
Things to do
Kansas City Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Houston Lake
Gladstone
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Gladstone. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Worlds of Fun and Harrah's Casino are a few top places to visit.
River Market
The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about River Market. City Market of Kansas City and Arabia Steamboat Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at River Market North Tram Stop or City Market Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Downtown Kansas City
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Kansas City. You can visit top attractions like Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland and Kansas City City Hall, and jump on the metro at Metro Center Station or North Loop Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Power and Light District
The ample dining options and great live music are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. 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.
Northeast Kansas City
While visiting Northeast Kansas City, you might make a stop by sights like Kansas City Museum and 12th Street Heritage District.
Crossroads Arts District
Crossroads Arts District is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Crossroads Tram Stop or Kauffman Center Tram Stop to explore sights like CrossroadsKC at Grinders.