Midtown - Westport Travel Guide
Kansas City
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Popular places to visit
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Home to some of the world’s most iconic works of art, this globally recognized museum also offers one of Kansas City’s best outdoor spaces.
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
This free art museum is home to a vast collection of local and international art. The building’s exterior is just as impressive as the art within.
Kansas City Art Institute
Enjoy the student vibe at Kansas City Art Institute as part of your travels around Kansas City. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Mill Creek Park
Mill Creek Park is just one of the places to see in Kansas City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
JC Nichols Memorial Fountain
JC Nichols Memorial Fountain is just one of the places to see in Kansas City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Uptown Theater
You can make plans for a show at Uptown Theater during your trip to Kansas City. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds
Kansas City Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Top hotels in Midtown - Westport
Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza
Very clean and tidy. Really nice staff. Great location especially with the street car right outside the front door.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Westport Kansas City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The hotel was nice and clean. The staff was very friendly. Parking kind of sucks because they share it with a bar/restaurant so at night you could be parked across the parking lot over by the bar, but otherwise nice hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Argosy Casino & Hotel
Hotel was under reconstruction so a little inconvenient but worked out well for our needs.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
4 of the elevators were consistently not working. We paid in advance for valet parking and when we arrived we were told they were full.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
The facility was wonderful; the room was cleanly appointed and the hot tub and pool were very clean and well-functioning. The only negative remarks would be the breakfast was lack luster, including eggs that felt freezer burnt. Also, the coffee machine in the lobby was disappointing because it was ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
Mid hotel but in a decent location.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown - Westport
Westport
Visitors highly recommend Westport for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Riot Room while you're in town.
Broadway Gillham
Even though there aren't top sights in Broadway Gillham, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Uptown Theater. Jump on the metro at Union Hill Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Southmoreland
If you're spending time in Southmoreland, check out sights like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art or Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Southmoreland Tram Stop or Art Museums Tram Stop.
Plaza Westport
Though Plaza Westport may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
Country Club Plaza
You'll love the popular shops in Country Club Plaza, and you might want to stick around to check out Plaza Tennis Center, a top place to visit.
West Plaza
While West Plaza may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and 39th Street West.
