Midtown - Westport Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art showing a garden
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art showing outdoor art
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art showing art and interior views
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art which includes heritage architecture, outdoor eating and a fountain
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art showing modern architecture and interior views

Popular places to visit

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

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.

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art showing interior views and art as well as an individual male

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

Missouri's largest free contemporary art museum boasts an array of artworks, representing a variety of different influences, nationalities, genders and ethnicities.

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
JC Nichols Memorial Fountain

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 theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

JC Nichols Memorial Fountain

Uptown Theater

You can make plans for a show at Uptown Theater during your trip to Kansas City. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

Uptown Theater

Kansas City Art Institute

Enjoy the student vibe at Kansas City Art Institute as part of your travels around Kansas City. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Kansas City Art Institute

39th Street West

During your trip to Kansas City, you can do some window-shopping at 39th Street West. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

39th Street West

Activities

Tom’s Town Distilling Co., the first legal distillery in downtown KC since Prohibition, produces premium craft spirits including award-winning Bourbon, Gin, Barreled Gin and Vodka.

Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour

Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour

AU$8
per adult
Kansas City: Kansas City Tap Tour
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour

Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour

AU$53
per adult
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game

Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game

AU$64
per adult
Kansas City: Country Club Plaza Escape Game
2-Hour Axe throwing session for 2

2-Hour Axe throwing session for 2

AU$70
per adult
2-Hour Axe throwing session for 2
2-Hour Axe throwing session for 1

2-Hour Axe throwing session for 1

AU$70
per adult
2-Hour Axe throwing session for 1
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Our pick of the best Midtown - Westport Hotel Deals

Embassy Suites by Hilton Kansas City Plaza

Embassy Suites by Hilton Kansas City Plaza

3.5 out of 5
220 W 43rd St, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$244 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$244
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
6.6/10 (1,003 reviews)
"Front desk"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Kansas City Plaza
Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

3.5 out of 5
4445 Main St, Kansas City, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$220 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$220
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The Marriott was very clean and all the staff was friendly and hopeful. The Starbucks definitely over charges the customers and this was not appreciated. The location of the Marriott was also perfect for my morning runs."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza
Seville Plaza Streetcar Hotel Museum District, Trademark

Seville Plaza Streetcar Hotel Museum District, Trademark

2.5 out of 5
4309 Main Street, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$146 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$146
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and friendly"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Seville Plaza Streetcar Hotel Museum District, Trademark
AC Hotel Kansas City Plaza

AC Hotel Kansas City Plaza

3.5 out of 5
560 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$183 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$183
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean and absolute amazing staff"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

AC Hotel Kansas City Plaza
Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

3 out of 5
4600 J C Nichols Pkwy, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$179 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$179
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"A charming older facility. Charging devices was a bit of a challenge, and the lighting was minimal for reading or similar activities. We were very happy with our room (but beware the sofa bed. You may be better off with the mattress on the floor)."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza
Aloft Kansas City Country Club Plaza

Aloft Kansas City Country Club Plaza

3 out of 5
393 W 46th Street, Kansas City, MO
The price is AU$201 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$201
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and area. Comfortable, new and clean room. Loved the water & ice dispensers. Check in and bar staff were great. Only thing I didn’t like was someone knocking on our door incessantly on the day of checkout to see if we were still in the room. They barely gave us a chance to get up, ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Aloft Kansas City Country Club Plaza
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown - Westport

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.

Westport
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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.

Plaza Westport
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art showing a garden

Southmoreland

While visiting Southmoreland, you might make a stop by sights like Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

Southmoreland
Country Club Plaza

Country Club Plaza

Notable for its shopping, restaurants and live music, Country Club Plaza is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Kansas City. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art or Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

Country Club Plaza
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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 Plaza Tennis Center.

West Plaza
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Longfellow

When in Longfellow, you can plan a visit to Hallmark Visitors Center and Crown Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Longfellow

Midtown - Westport Travel Guide

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