C of C Area Attractions

Area Attractions

There is plenty to see and do while you're here for Council of Councils in 2026. The hotel does have a shuttle service available for shopping, dining and sightseeing within a 3 mile radius of the hotel. (Info updated 1/11/2026)

Hollywood Casino: Overlooking the Kansas Speedway, this casino features slot machines, table games, and live entertainment options. (2.4 miles)
Legends Outlets Kansas City: Located in the heart of Village West, Legends Outlets is Kansas City’s premier outdoor shopping & entertainment destination. Beyond shopping, visitors can enjoy an array of dining options and a unique atmosphere. (2 miles)
Atlas 9: "Enter the Reel World at ATLAS9. Once a nostalgic 90s movie house, Atlas9 has been transformed by a strange and powerful cinematic phenomenon. Here, scenes from “forgotten films” have quite literally come to life. Now operating under a shadowy government partnership (or so the story goes), the 45,000 square foot theater complex is a labyrinth of installations, live performances, and interactive technologies designed to blur the lines between reality and fiction. Themed food, beverage, and retail options are all woven into the experience along with a 240-seat movie theater auditorium." Located just a short walk or ride from the hotel. (.7 miles)
Boulevard Brewing Co: Located at 2534 Madison Ave, Kansas City, Mo 64108. The Beer Hall offers a variety of Boulevard Craft Beers, Quirk Hard Seltzers, Fling Craft Cocktails, and non-alcoholic offerings paired with a curated food menu and expansive views of Kansas City. Note: They accept debit/credit cards only. There is a daily 1 hour walking public tour of the brewery that concludes with samples in the Tasting Room. $10-15 + taxes & fees. They have a gift shop located on the first floor. (15.4 miles)
KC Wheel
The KC Wheel, a 150-foot observation wheel, is the city's new ICON, offering guests unprecedented views of downtown Kansas City. (15.4 miles)
Kansas City American Jazz Museum: Located in the Historic 18th & Vine Jazz District in Kansas City, MO, the American Jazz Museum showcases the sights and sounds of jazz through interactive exhibits and films. (17 miles)
World War 1 Museum and Memorial: The National World War I Museum & Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri was opened in 1926 as the Liberty Memorial. In 2004, it was designated by the United States Congress as the country's official war memorial and museum dedicated to World War I. (17 miles)
Kansas City Zoo
Stretched across 202 acres, the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is home to nearly 10,000 animals. It's always a new adventure at the Zoo! (22.8 miles)
Kansas City Power and Light District
Home to more than 50 bars, restaurants and shops, the Kansas City Power & Light District is an eight-block entertainment hub unlike any other in town. (14.3 miles)
Union Station
Grand, historic train station with permanent & temporary exhibits, a planetarium & a science center. (15.9 miles)
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Art collection spanning 5,000 years in neoclassical & modern galleries, plus a sculpture garden. (17.8 miles)
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
The museum exhibits the art of the imagination through the world’s largest collection of fine-scale miniatures and one of the nation’s largest collections of historic toys. (20.9 miles)
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is the world's only national museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich history of African-American baseball. (16.3 miles)
Knuckleheads
Where the worlds greatest musicians play! Knuckleheads is a music venue in Kansas City, Missouri. The facility is a complex of four stages: a large outdoor stage with a converted caboose to one side as a VIP seating area; an indoor stage; a large indoor stage known as Knuckleheads Garage and a lounge, the "Gospel Lounge" for Wednesday-evening blues-oriented church services. (18.2 miles)
Arabia Steamboat
When the mighty Steamboat Arabia sank near Kansas City on September 5, 1856, she carried 200 tons of mystery cargo. Lost for 132 years, its recovery in 1988 was like finding the King Tut’s Tomb of the Missouri River. The discovery was truly a modern day treasure-hunting story at its best. The artifacts are preserved and displayed at the Arabia Steamboat Museum, located in the historic City Market. (15.4 miles)
Crown Center/Legoland/Sea Life Aquarium/Museum of BBQ
Visit Crown Center in the heart of Kansas City to find cuisine for every taste, entertainment for all ages, and unique finds at local shops. Enjoy attractions like LEGOLAND® Discovery Center, SEA LIFE AQUARIUM, the Museum of BBQ, Kaleidoscope and the Hallmark Visitors Center. Catch live theater at Music Theater Heritage, The Coterie, and Grand Theater. (16.6 miles)

Area Restaurants

Legends Outlets Kansas City: Located in the heart of Village West, Legends Outlets is Kansas City’s premier outdoor shopping & entertainment destination. Beyond shopping, visitors can enjoy an array of dining options and a unique atmosphere. (2 miles)
Dave & Busters Kansas City: Located in the Legends, discover the ultimate destination for sports enthusiasts, foodies, and arcade aficionados. (2.4 miles)
Granite City Food & Brewery - Legends
A polished casual restaurant in Kansas City with an on-site brewery. We showcase an open kitchen. (2.1 miles)
Wyandot BBQ
Since 1977, we've been keeping the fires burning and the community fed with the same honest approach to food that started it all nearly five decades ago. This longtime local favorite is famous for authentic Kansas City BBQ, including meaty ribs, smoky burnt ends, piled-high sandwiches, and their crispy crinkle-cut fries. (2 miles)
Boulevard Brewing Co: Located at 2534 Madison Ave, Kansas City, Mo 64108 (Approximately 19 miles from the hotel). The Beer Hall offers a variety of Boulevard Craft Beers, Quirk Hard Seltzers, Fling Craft Cocktails, and non-alcoholic offerings paired with a curated food menu and expansive views of Kansas City. Note: They accept debit/credit cards only. There is a daily 1 hour walking public tour of the brewery that concludes with samples in the Tasting Room. $10-15 + taxes & fees. They have a gift shop located on the first floor. (15.4 miles)
Kansas City Power and Light District
Home to more than 50 bars, restaurants and shops, the Kansas City Power & Light District is an eight-block entertainment hub unlike any other in town. (14.3 miles)
Jack Stack BBQ
Set in the burgeoning Crossroads Art District, our converted historic Freight House will wow you with its 25-foot ceilings, fireplace lounge with full-service bar, and indoor and outdoor private dining. Located near The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, T-Mobile Center and an array of local art galleries and boutiques, we're serving remarkable Kansas City barbecue in the heart of KC. (15.1 miles)
Slaps BBQ
Slap's BBQ is Kansas City's award winning BBQ team serving up only phenomenal BBQ. Squeal like a pig with us at Slap's! (12.4 miles)
Joe's KC BBQ
Relaxed BBQ pit stop for slabs of ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, meat by the pound & sides. (17.2 miles)
Stix Pan-Asian Cuisine Restaurant
Embark on an exciting, authentic pan-Asian adventure at STIX, where three distinct "restaurants-within-a-restaurant" bring you the best of The East. STIX is a fabulous destination to bring friends, family and kids to share the fun. STIX will thrill you with the quick-handed, knife-wielding chefs of the flaming teppanyaki grill; the impeccable mastery and artful presentations of the sushi chefs; the pungent seasonings and spicy flavors of regional Chinese cuisines. (2 miles)