Kensington Travel Guide
Kansas City
Popular places to visit
Legends Outlets Kansas City
With a visit to Legends Outlets Kansas City, a popular shopping spot in Kansas City, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.
Kansas Speedway
Catch an event at Kansas Speedway during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.
Village West
During your trip to I-435 West, you can enjoy retail therapy at Village West. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
City Park
City Park 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 great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Great Wolf Lodge Water Park during your trip to Kansas City.
Children's Mercy Park
Catch an event at Children's Mercy Park during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.
Things to do
Kansas City Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Top hotels in Kensington
Loews Kansas City Hotel
"great location, great staff, would definitely stay here again"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium
"Hotel Lotus is much more like hotel wilted flower. It’s seen better days for sure. The lady at check in was rather unfriendly, although I had driven 500 miles that day and she probably mistook me for another one of her scumbag guests. Unfortunately, being that it is on the more thrifty side it attracts ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
"Good experience overall, and very easy to send them with my car. Overall found the place a little grungy for the price like there was a stain on the carpet and something on the wall that looked spilled. Not disgusting just not spotless I would say. The coffee was never there in the morning it felt ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG
"Room fridge needs upgrade"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
"It was okay. Never got my deposit refunded."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Riverview
While visiting Riverview, you might make a stop by sights like Kansas City Memorial Hall and City Hall.
Northwest
When in Northwest, you can plan a visit to Granada Theater and Kansas City Children's Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Strawberry Hill
Unique features of Strawberry Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Kansas City Memorial Hall or City Hall while you're exploring the area.
Northeast
When in Northeast, you can plan a visit to Kansas City Memorial Hall and Granada Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Armourdale
While there might not be top attractions in Armourdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kemper Arena and American Royal Complex.
Coronado
Though Coronado may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kansas City Children's Museum and Kansas City Memorial Hall.
