Kansas City is worth a detour for much more than a potential Travis Kelce sighting.
Hes now called Kansas City home for more than 15 years.
But Kansas Citians are kind,'" he says.
“Its an alchemical mix of civic pride tempered by humility and hustle softened by kindness.
Simply put: its magic.
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With a current population of around 508,000, per theU.S.
Crossroads Hotel
Get a taste of all things local before you even begin to explore town.
At this 131-room Crossroads haven, youll be surrounded by Missouri-made art, chocolates, linens, and wallpaper.
Its the perfect place to sip on a Skyline Old Fashioned as you enjoy the view.
The Fontaine
Shopping fans, this chic 132-room luxury hotel is for you.
The art-deco decor scheme gives a nod to the 1930 buildings origins.
As does the basement bar, the ultra-luxe P.S.
(Youll spy panther motifs scattered throughout the space.)
Best Things to Do
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Enjoy a flight at a brewery.
Today, options abound if youre into the craft brewing scene.
Build your own barbecue crawl.
“Henry Perryis thought of by many to be the founder of Kansas City-style barbecue.
He planted a seed for more than 100 years of drippy goodness that have followed.
Catch a movie at Screenland Armour Theatre.
In summer, enjoy a retro flick outdoors.
Attend a show by the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra.
Root for the home team during a Kansas City Current soccer match.
Kansas Citys sports scene has been gaining a lot of steam over the last decade.
Kansas City is being swept away by Current fever.
Its bright decor echoes the vibe and appearance of the eclectic, flavorful dishes.
So the last time I was in town, I convinced my pals to stop in for brunch.
Babas Pantry
Baba immigrated to the U.S. in the late 1970s as a Palestinian refugee.
Thats how Babas Pantry was born.
About a 20-minute drive south of downtown, Babas is ideal for lunch.
Wash it all down with Babas iced black tea, which is sweetened with date syrup.
Head here for your modern American gastronomic dining experience, Shane advises.
But trust the locals, who line up for the best oysters in the city.
Best Time to Visit
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The best time to visit is spring or fall.
From brewery patios to farmers markets to parks in full bloom, April through June are divine.
Fall is also fantastic.
Kansas Citys outdoor event season is firmly rooted in autumn.
Kansas Citys outdoor event season is firmly rooted in autumn.
How to Get There
Take flight viaKansas City International Airport.
Dont forget to head to Brewers Alley for the best craft breweries, Shane says.
Whichever restaurants you choose, be sure to save room for dessert at belovedBetty Raes Ice Cream.
But Cizmar believes its certainly worth a stop.
The downtown area has cool restaurants, a food hall, and a nice record shop, he says.
It’s also home to one of the best farmers markets in the city on Saturday mornings.
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