Ward Parkway Travel Guide
Kansas City
Visit Ward Parkway
Popular places to visit
Country Club Plaza
Shop, dine or sip coffee at an outdoor table in this beautiful Spanish-style shopping area, which is scattered with picturesque statues and fountains.
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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Crown Center
During your trip to Kansas City, you can do some window-shopping at Crown Center. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Kansas City, MO: Attractions Pass
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Fountains, Fun & Hidden Finds
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kansas City Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Ward Parkway
Loews Kansas City Hotel
"Breakfast was great, nice bar and lounge area as well"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium
"When we arrived, there weren’t any spots for the hotel available to park to even come and check in. We had to pay someone $60 for a spot just to come in and check in only to be told we had to pay $25 here to park overnight! It’s truly ridiculous to not have enough spots in your lot for your guests. ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
"First time here in Kansas and I was lucky to get here , nice Hotel Great for Family’s , Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG
"We attended an event at the T-Mobile Center and it worked perfectly for us to just walk from the hotel to our event!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel
"We stayed for 5 nights and nobody can to change the sheets to the bed or give fresh clean towels. We put the sign at the door and nothing, the front desk was too busy and said they will but they didn’t. Maybe because of the World Cup they were busy, but they knew was going to be like that and the ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
"Clean and comfy stay especially during World Cup season"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Ward Parkway
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 Library Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Countryside
While there might not be top attractions in Countryside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Museum of Toys and Miniatures and Plaza Tennis Center.
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.
South Kansas City
If you're spending some time in South Kansas City, International House of Prayer and Swope Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
