Kansas City Archives - Only In Your State ® https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/states/missouri/kansas-city/ Discover What's In Your Own Backyard Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:49:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Kansas City Archives - Only In Your State ® https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/states/missouri/kansas-city/ 32 32 7 Amazing State Parks Around Kansas City That Will Blow You Away https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/kc-best-state-parks/ Fri, 30 Jun 2023 15:36:21 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1110114 Looking for a break in your routine? Why not take a trip out to one of the nearby state parks you know you’ve been missing out on? If you’ve ever searched online for “best state parks near me” in Kansas City, you may be surprised what you’ll find. You can...

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Looking for a break in your routine? Why not take a trip out to one of the nearby state parks you know you’ve been missing out on? If you’ve ever searched online for “best state parks near me” in Kansas City, you may be surprised what you’ll find. You can soak up some sun when the days are warmer, or enjoy a brisk hike when the air is cooler. Some of these state parks even offer horse trails for you and your equine companion. Let’s get out there! In no particular order, here are the best state parks near Kansas City.

Have you ever searched online for “best state parks near me” around Kansas City? What’s your favorite park in or near Kansas City? Tell us your picks in the comments and don’t forget to try AllTrails+ free for one week!

Make sure you’re all fueled up for a hike by trying one of the famous foods Kansas City is known for. They’re so tasty! 

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8 Must-Visit Flea Markets In Kansas City Where You’ll Find Awesome Stuff https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/best-flea-markets-kansas-city/ Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:08:48 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1077732 One of the greatest things about Kansas City is that regardless of what you seek, you can always find it here. Bargain and treasure hunters start making plans now to visit some of the best Kansas City flea markets! If you’re looking for a unique item or collectible, new or...

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One of the greatest things about Kansas City is that regardless of what you seek, you can always find it here. Bargain and treasure hunters start making plans now to visit some of the best Kansas City flea markets! If you’re looking for a unique item or collectible, new or old, you’re bound to find it at one of these amazing stores. Read on to find out more!

Surely out of these you now have a favorite in mind to try. Have you ever perused a flea market? What sort of treasures would you like to find? What’s your favorite of the Kansas City Flea Markets?

Looking for somewhere to eat after all of your shopping? We love these hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Kansas City.

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You Could Easily Spend All Weekend At This Enormous Kansas City Flea Market https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/kc-best-flea-market/ Wed, 22 Feb 2023 21:01:07 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1217959 Did you know Kansas City has a huge flea market that’s open every weekend? It’s true – and it’s absolutely massive. Super Flea is a bucket list destination all Kansas Citians should visit at least once. The best part is, there’s so much to see here that you might have...

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Did you know Kansas City has a huge flea market that’s open every weekend? It’s true – and it’s absolutely massive. Super Flea is a bucket list destination all Kansas Citians should visit at least once. The best part is, there’s so much to see here that you might have to space it out over multiple days. Super Flea in Kansas City is located in an old Montgomery Wards building. There are so many rooms here, you won’t know where to go first! Let’s check it out.

Part of the fun of visiting a huge flea market like Super Flea in Kansas City is just exploring the vast labyrinth of tables, booths, and vendors. And people watching is an event in and of itself. Have you discovered any good finds at a flea market near you? Tell us all about your treasures with a comment.

After looking for vintage items at the flea market, you should check out this list of stores you’ll fondly remember if you grew up here in KC.

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9 Beautiful Hidden Waterfalls Near Kansas City https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/kc-beautiful-hidden-waterfalls-near/ Thu, 26 Jan 2023 16:43:12 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1100584 Those of us who live in the Kansas City Metro area are pretty lucky we have so much to do close by. However, there are times when you just need to take a break from the fast pace and relax for a moment (or three!). Even if it’s not a...

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Those of us who live in the Kansas City Metro area are pretty lucky we have so much to do close by. However, there are times when you just need to take a break from the fast pace and relax for a moment (or three!). Even if it’s not a perfect sunny weather day, don’t rule out a few beautiful Kansas City waterfalls for your next day trip. When searching for “waterfalls near Kansas City,” at least of few of these nine wonderful relaxing spots will surely be at the top of the list.

Anytime is a great time to relax next to one of the most soothing sounds the Kansas City metro area has to offer!

Have you seen any great waterfalls near Kansas City? Show us in the comments below!

In the meantime, why not check out some more free Kansas City area activities?

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8 Unforgettable Places In Kansas City That Everyone Must Visit This Winter https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/kc-9-best-winter-places/ Thu, 17 Nov 2022 20:50:35 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1234547 It’s getting colder, so what better way to celebrate the weather than enjoy a nice walk through the park or hang out in the snow? Plenty of areas around Kansas City will keep you warm, but is being cold all that bad if you get to see views like these?...

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It’s getting colder, so what better way to celebrate the weather than enjoy a nice walk through the park or hang out in the snow? Plenty of areas around Kansas City will keep you warm, but is being cold all that bad if you get to see views like these? Here are some great Kansas City winter activities to add to your to-do list for this season… even if it’s snowing. Which winter activities in Kansas City would you say are your favorites? Let us know!

8. Sledding down “Suicide Hill”


This great video by YouTube user Daniel Westra really shows just how to enjoy Suicide Hill if we get enough snow. Make sure you have a sturdy sled because this hill is killer (hence the moniker). Woohoo!

After you’re done with the snow, you should check out these amazing museums in Kansas City you might have missed out on this year. Can’t get enough of winter in Kansas City? No worries – check out these crazy things nobody tells you about winter in Kansas City.

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The Christmas Lights Road Trip Around Kansas City That’s Nothing Short Of Magical https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/kc-christmas-lights-road-trip-2017/ Wed, 12 Oct 2022 06:13:02 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1237150 The holiday season is right around the corner, and soon our evenings will be spent gazing at twinkling lights and listening to nostalgic holiday tunes. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best Christmas lights in Kansas City (and a few on the outskirts) to make sure your Christmas...

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The holiday season is right around the corner, and soon our evenings will be spent gazing at twinkling lights and listening to nostalgic holiday tunes. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best Christmas lights in Kansas City (and a few on the outskirts) to make sure your Christmas in Kansas City is just as merry and bright as it should be.

Feel free to use this interactive map to guide your way on this enchanting Christmas road trip.

For more holiday adventures, here are some of the best winter spots to make your Christmas in Kansas City unforgettable.

 

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These 8 Unique Restaurants In Kansas City Will Give You An Unforgettable Dining Experience https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/best-unique-restaurants-kc/ Thu, 29 Sep 2022 00:04:14 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1119249 So you want to eat somewhere special, but you can’t think of anything right away, where do you go? If you’re looking for a unique experience you can’t have anywhere else, then you’ll probably need some help. That’s where we come in! These unique restaurants in Kansas City are sure...

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So you want to eat somewhere special, but you can’t think of anything right away, where do you go? If you’re looking for a unique experience you can’t have anywhere else, then you’ll probably need some help. That’s where we come in! These unique restaurants in Kansas City are sure to excite you and give you that unforgettable experience you’ve been waiting for. In no particular order, let’s check out the top picks for the best dining in Missouri:

Though it was a craze when it started, fondue is definitely not out or overrated. If you’re a lover of cheese (and we mean a lot of cheese) then this is exactly the spot you should be. It’s not every day you’re encouraged to coat everything in cheese or chocolate, is it? Eat up! This is one deliciously unique restaurant in Kansas City you’re sure to become hopelessly obsessed with.

What do you think of these awesome restaurants around Kansas City? Did we miss one that you think we should feature? Tell us in the comments! Otherwise, you should definitely check out these amazing Missouri wineries because, well, reasons. Obviously.

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The Story Behind Kansas City’s Most Haunted House Will Give You Nightmares https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/kc-most-haunted-hotel-savoy/ Thu, 01 Sep 2022 03:56:41 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1389267 Kansas City doesn’t seem to have a lot of specific buildings that are haunted. At least not in a way that attracts much attention these days. However, the Hotel Savoy right here in town has a story attached that might give you nightmares. It might just be the most haunted...

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Kansas City doesn’t seem to have a lot of specific buildings that are haunted. At least not in a way that attracts much attention these days. However, the Hotel Savoy right here in town has a story attached that might give you nightmares. It might just be the most haunted place in Kansas City! Check-in and check it out… if you dare.

What do you think? Do you believe the Hotel Savoy in Kansas City is haunted? Would you stay here? Let us know in the comments! If you’re looking for some other haunts in town, why not visit these haunted places in Kansas City?

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Get Lost In These 9 Awesome Corn Mazes Around Kansas City This Fall https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/best-corn-mazes-2017-kc/ Sat, 20 Aug 2022 22:35:41 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1125041 Fall is in the air at last, and the season is bringing all sorts of activities to the area. Missouri itself has quite a few corn mazes, but sometimes it’s not worth driving over an hour to get there, and frankly, I want a maze in a corn field near...

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Fall is in the air at last, and the season is bringing all sorts of activities to the area. Missouri itself has quite a few corn mazes, but sometimes it’s not worth driving over an hour to get there, and frankly, I want a maze in a corn field near me – am I right? Don’t you want something a little more close by, too? After all, we need all the time you can get if you’re going to be lost all day! Luckily, if you’re looking for a corn maze near Kansas City, we know of nine awesome ones. Let’s get lost together!

Where’s your favorite place to get lost on purpose? Is there another corn maze near Kansas City we should know about? Tell us in the comments! Many of these corn mazes are close enough together that you could make a day of it with a corn maze road trip! What do you think?

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9 Underrated Towns Around Kansas City That Deserve A Second Look https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/kansas-city/around-kc-underrated-towns/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 01:13:26 +0000 http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/?p=1365712 The Kansas City area is home to a couple million people and plenty to do. Of course, we naturally want to escape the city every once in a while, so where do we go when we like to head back to small towns and our roots? These nine underrated towns...

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The Kansas City area is home to a couple million people and plenty to do. Of course, we naturally want to escape the city every once in a while, so where do we go when we like to head back to small towns and our roots? These nine underrated towns are a great start! How many have you visited? Here are some of the best small towns near Kansas City to escape to:

Have you visited these cool small towns near Kansas City? Which one is your favorite? Do you have others that you think belong on this list? Share your thoughts in the comments!

If you’re more into staying near home, you should check out these mini Statues of Liberty right here in Kansas City!

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