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Kansas City, Missouri – not to be confused with the other Kansas City, Kansas – is a vibrant and historically rich city that does indeed have many amazing places to see and things to do if you are visiting. Located roughly 250 miles west of St. Louis, set right on the border of Kansas, this city is one of the only cities in the United States that is actually positioned on two state borders, the Kansas side and the Missouri side. It is important to note that the Missouri side is where all of the fun and excitement occurs, from the revitalized downtown area, the many museums and the historical districts, not forgetting the rich history of this great city. On the Kansas side, the city consists mostly of suburbs and is actually lacking in any areas of real interest.
During the early 1800s, this city was a true staple to the wagon trains and settler routes that defined America. The city financially suffered during the Civil War but was later revived during the railroad tycoon revolution that saw thousands of stockyards populate the state. Today, the city boasts a mixture of cultures and ethnicities that have spawned a vibrant and exciting, newly revitalized downtown area complete with an astute mixture of arts, sciences, shopping districts and professional sports teams that have certainly earned Kansas City its own right as a destination, mid-western city on the US map. If you plan on traveling here, make sure to checkmark some of these must-see locations.
Kansas City Zoo: One of the largest and most complete zoos in the entire US, this zoo boasts an amazing two hundred plus acres of land that it sits on. It is so large, in fact, that they even have trams that take visitors from one end of the zoo to another, as it could easily take half an hour to walk to both ends on foot. The zoo offers animals from around the world and is so popular that the park sees nearly three quarters of a million visitors annually. Don’t forget to hop on a guided train tour of the zoo, to truly enjoy all the exhibits that it has to offer.
Westport: An absolute must-see when you travel to Kansas City, MO. Perhaps the oldest historical district in the entire city, and in the state for that matter, some of the red brick buildings in this district are so old that they used to serve as supply outposts for settlers and pioneers. Aside from the history and the many preserved buildings, this district is adorned with a plethora of unique eateries, art galleries, nightclubs, boutique stores and cafes.
18th & Vine District: This is the number one place that you HAVE TO SEE if you find yourself in this great city. Fondly referred to by musicians around the world as, ‘The Birthplace of Jazz,’ this location was the stomping grounds of some of jazz’s greats including: Charlie Yardbird Park, Count Basie, Joe Turner and Ella Fitzgerald, just to name a few. Places not to be missed include: American Jazz Museum, Horace M. Peterson III Visitors Center and Gem Theater. On an additional note, this is the top tourist destination in the city, so don’t forget to mark this on your must-see list.
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art: Experience some of the most famous art pieces in the world firsthand. Just to let you know about a few of the artist’s works that you can see here, they include works by the following masters: Homer, Caravaggio, Monet, Titian, Rodin, Renoi, and many more. The museum offers several sections, including a real Egyptian tomb, a Chinese area and even a sculpture garden. An absolute Must-See!
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art: There are many different facets to this great museum of contemporary arts. From above, the building has been designed to look like a bird with spread wings flying. Inside, onlookers can enjoy some of the most prominent contemporary artworks in the world. From Herb Ritts, to Robert Juarez, if you travel to Kansas City, MO, make certain you set aside a few hours to peruse this great museum.
To learn more about amazing Kansas City, MO vacation spots, including our full top ten list of spots to visit, great links and tons of free information, please visit: [http://www.KansasCityVacationTravelsGuide.com]
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