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Nestled in a stunning repurposed bank, this library doubles as an art museum, offering tranquil study spots and modern amenities amid historic charm.

Cozy, themed rooms inspired by famous locals, plus free gourmet breakfast & nightly wine receptions. Set 2 blocks from the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park and a 7-minute walk from dining and shopping at Country Club Plaza, this New England-style B&B is 1.1 miles from the Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center. Accommodations range from themed rooms in the main house to a luxury suite in the carriage house. All have private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, complimentary sherry, and either a whirlpool tub, a fireplace or a private deck. Gourmet breakfast is included in the rate, as are afternoon snacks and hot beverages in the evening. There’s also a lush courtyard with gardens and a fish pond.

This charming corner spot in Kansas City serves up mouthwatering sandwiches, especially the famous "Hook 'em Up," alongside gigantic, fresh pastries.

Posh rooms with high-thread-count sheets, plus a trendy restaurant/bar with nightly live music. Overlooking Brush Creek in a Renaissance revival-style building dating back to 1928, this upscale hotel is a 2-minute walk from Country Club Plaza shopping center and 0.9 miles from Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Refined rooms and suites come with high-thread-count sheets, coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, as well as free WiFi and 24-hour room service. Some feature Kansas City views, microwaves, pull-out sofas and/or desks. There's a hip, elegant restaurant/bar offering modern American cuisine and nightly live music. Other amenities include a fitness center, a business center and 2 meeting rooms, plus complimentary valet parking.

Modern German plates in a posh space accented with dramatic lighting & contemporary art.

Modern, Italian-inspired restaurant in the Crestwood Shops featuring focaccia and a curated wine list.

Buzzing 18th & Vine is the city’s jazz district. It's known for music clubs and the American Jazz Museum, which hosts concerts and displays artifacts like a Louis Armstrong trumpet. In the same building, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum has 19th-century memorabilia and a gift shop selling rare and autographed items. Popular, no-frills BBQ joints include the iconic Arthur Bryant's BBQ restaurant, dating to the 1920s.

This quirky coffee shop not only serves stellar brews and baked goodies but also boasts a vintage airplane overhead and on-site roasting tours.

This cozy cafe in Columbus Park serves up unique Vietnamese coffees and delicious desserts in a welcoming space perfect for relaxing with friends.

An elegant gathering space featuring memorials, sculptures, and a disc golf course, this picturesque park near downtown KC is perfect for leisurely strolls and photo ops.