The Worlds of Fun amusement park is based upon Jules Verne's adventure book "Around the World in Eighty Days." The park offers its guests more than 50 rides and attractions, including several thrilling roller coasters. The adjacent water park, Oceans of Fun, offers a variety of water slides, several children's activity areas and a giant wave pool.

Swope Park is the nation's third largest park, and is home to many scenic picnic areas, athletic fields, golf courses, the Starlight Theatre and the Lakeside Nature Center.

Located in the midst of Swope Park is the Kansas City Zoo. Encompassing more than 200 acres in Swope Park, the Kansas City Zoo provides an amazing setting to observe nearly 900 animals from six continents. The zoo is also home to the only IMAX Theater in the city. The Kansas City Zoo is open every day of the year except for Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Powell Gardens is known for its magnificent garden displays focusing on both native plantings and contemporary architecture. Covering more than 900 acres, Powell Gardens offers year-round educational programs and special events.

Located just north of Kansas City, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Big Lake State Park's picnic areas, swimming pool, water sports, fishing and camping facilities. The park is located near the National Wildlife Refuge, and as a result the area attracts many birds including migratory waterfowl.

Kansas City is famous for its number of fountains, ranking second in the world only behind Rome, Italy. Kansas City is also home to a variety of restaurants, plenty of shopping, top-notch museums and professional sporting events.

Whether your prefer "Kansas City," the "Heart of America" or the "City of Fountains," this diverse destination has much to offer. Choice Hotels would be honored to accommodate you in a nearby Kansas City hotel.   << Hide