Neighborhoods

Kansas City, Kansas is made up of five unofficial regions commonly identified as West, Midtown, Northeast, Downtown, and South. Each part of the city features its own mix of neighborhood culture, hospitality, local food, art, history, and offbeat things to do, making KCK one of the most diverse and distinctive destinations in the Kansas City metro.

Just south of the Kansas River and near Downtown Kansas City, Kansas, the quirky Strawberry Hill neighborhood is known for its Croatian heritage, blufftop views, and array of dive bars that have been dubbed some of the coolest hangouts in the KC. It has quickly become a local favorite for nightlife and neighborhood exploring.

In the Northeast area, history runs deep. This is where you'll find the Quindaro Townsite, a former Free State settlement that served as a vital port of entry for abolitionist pioneers supporting escaped enslaved people through the Underground Railroad. Today, the area continues to honor its heritage through Quindaro Underground Railroad Museum, and various cultural sites and historic markers.

If dining, entertainment, and retail are more your style, head West. Here you’ll find the Village West area. Village West is home to Tanger Kansas City at Legends, Nebraska Furniture Mart, Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City, Great Wolf Lodge, the Midwest's premiere immersive art experience, Atlas9. Family-friendly attractions, shopping, and restaurants all in one area, make this the top visitor hub in Kansas City, Kansas.

No matter which direction you explore in Kansas City, Kansas, getting around is easy—most neighborhoods are just minutes apart. We invite you to discover each community’s personality, embraced by locals and enjoyed by visitors from near and far.