Ward Parkway Travel Guide
Kansas City
Visit Ward Parkway
Popular places to visit
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Catch an event at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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
Catch an event at Kauffman Stadium during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Kansas City Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Kansas City Convention Center during your trip to Kansas City. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
T-Mobile Center
Catch an event at T-Mobile Center during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Crown Center
During your trip to Kansas City, you can do some window-shopping at Crown Center. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Ward Parkway
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Best hotel in KC. Restaurants and gym are amazing.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
The staff (from the front desk to housekeeping was very helpful and even went above and beyond for the guy in Rm 248. Please let them know my gratitude and appreciation
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
We had a dance competition at the music hall and this hotel was perfect. Location and amenities met our needs. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
It’s a well kept place with comfortable beds and a decent amount of space. My issues were that the window blinds were tough to close, and the shower door gets stuck
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Great and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City
I liked that the wrist bands were good for enrty into room and all activities including charges to room . Was nice not to carry a room card or wallet
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ward Parkway
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.
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.
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.
Westport
Visitors highly recommend Westport for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Riot Room while you're in town.
Midtown - Westport
Noted for its theatres and live music, there's plenty to explore in Midtown - Westport. Top attractions like Uptown Theater and Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Westport Tram Stop or Armour Tram Stop to see more of the city.
