Jackson County
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What to do

Looking for things to do in Jackson County? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Kauffman Stadium
Kauffman Stadium
4.2
4.5/53 Reviews
Cable Dahmer Arena
Cable Dahmer Arena
3.4
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GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
4.2
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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
5.2
5.0/518 Reviews
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Themed exhibition halls
Jackson County Parks + Rec
Jackson County Parks + Rec
3.2
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Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
4.3
4.7/53 Reviews
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Zoos & aquariums
Cool Crest Family Fun Center
Cool Crest Family Fun Center
3.1
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James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area
James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area
3.0
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Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area
Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area
3.0
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McCoy Park
McCoy Park
3.0
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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Jackson County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Best Western Premier Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel
Best Western Premier Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel
4.1/5106 Reviews
Hampton Inn Kansas City/Blue Springs
Hampton Inn Kansas City/Blue Springs
4.4/598 Reviews
Super 8 by Wyndham Independence Kansas City
Super 8 by Wyndham Independence Kansas City
3.1/596 Reviews
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
4.5/5104 Reviews
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Blue Springs
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Blue Springs
4.2/599 Reviews
Fairfield Inn & Suites Kansas City Lee's Summit
Fairfield Inn & Suites Kansas City Lee's Summit
4.1/564 Reviews
Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs
Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs
4.5/599 Reviews
Candlewood Suites KANSAS CITY - INDEPENDENCE by IHG
Candlewood Suites KANSAS CITY - INDEPENDENCE by IHG
4.4/5100 Reviews
Holiday Inn Express & Suites KANSAS CITY-GRANDVIEW by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites KANSAS CITY-GRANDVIEW by IHG
4.1/595 Reviews
Holiday Inn Express & Suites OAK GROVE by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites OAK GROVE by IHG
4.4/598 Reviews
Residential Suites Grain Valley by Hotel O I 70
Residential Suites Grain Valley by Hotel O I 70
2.8/529 Reviews
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South
2.6/594 Reviews

What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Jackson County dishes and foodie spots.
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Café Verona
Café Verona
4.3/57 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Avg. €16/person
Zarda Bar-B-Q
Zarda Bar-B-Q
4.8/54 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Avg. €16/person
A Little BBQ Joint
A Little BBQ Joint
4.4/57 Reviews
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Barbecue
Avg. €11/person
LaMar's Donuts and Coffee
LaMar's Donuts and Coffee
5.0/54 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Avg. €16/person
First Watch
First Watch
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Western cuisine
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Up Dog
Up Dog
4.3/56 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Square Pizza
Square Pizza
4.4/55 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
4.1/57 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Clinton's Soda Fountain
Clinton's Soda Fountain
4.3/56 Reviews
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Western cuisine
The Big Biscuit
The Big Biscuit
4.6/57 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Mugs-Up Root Beer
Mugs-Up Root Beer
4.5/56 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Jumpin' Catfish Restaurant
Jumpin' Catfish Restaurant
4.0/56 Reviews
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Western cuisine

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Popular Types of Attractions in Jackson County

Popular Attractions in Jackson County

Summit Lodge No. 263  |  4000 E 123 Terrace  |  Christmas in the Park  |  Lake Jacomo Shelter #2  |  Woods Playground  |  Lake Jacomo Shelter  |  Langsford Park  |  Mount Washington United Methodist  |  New Vision Christian Center  |  Pickleball Courts - Lea McKeighan North  |  CrossWay Bible Church  |  Midwest Genealogy Center  |  New Hope Baptist Church  |  Central Assembly  |  Meyer Circle Fountain  |  Atherton Restoration Branch  |  Blue Springs Lake  |  Pocket Park  |  Summit Lanes  |  St. John LaLande Parish  |  Cable Dahmer Arena  |  Blue Springs Lake Shelter A  |  President Harry Truman Childhood Home  |  Noland House  |  Burr Oak Woods Educational Pond Area  |  Martin Luther Lutheran Church (ELCA)  |  The Salvation Army, Independence, MO  |  Vaile Mansion  |  St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church  |  Fort Osage Baseball

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Popular Restaurants in Jackson County

Zarda Bar-B-Q  |  A Little BBQ Joint  |  LaMar's Donuts and Coffee  |  First Watch  |  Olive Garden Italian Restaurant  |  Up Dog  |  Square Pizza  |  Clinton's Soda Fountain  |  The Big Biscuit  |  Mugs-Up Root Beer  |  Jumpin' Catfish Restaurant  |  Wendy's  |  The Court House Exchange  |  Thailand Restaurant  |  Smokehouse Barbecue - Independence  |  Iron Horse Bar & Grill - Lees Summit  |  Red Door Woodfired Grill  |  Jimmy John's  |  HiBoy Drive-In  |  Chili's Grill & Bar  |  East Forty Brewing  |  The Court House Exchange  |  Thailand Restaurant  |  54th Street Scratch Grill & Bar  |  Minsky's Pizza  |  Sinclair's Restaurant  |  Canoe Club Restaurant  |  Hereford House - Independence  |  Minsky's Pizza  |  Jack Stack Barbecue - Lee's Summit

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