Lenexa/Kansas City Guidebook
Attractions
National WWI Museum and Memorial
2 Memorial DrUnion Station
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
4525 Oak StWorlds of Fun
4545 Worlds of Fun AveKansas City Zoo
6800 Zoo DrSEA LIFE Kansas City
2475 Grand BlvdNegro Leagues Baseball Museum
1616 E 18th StKemper Museum of Contemporary Art
4420 Warwick BlvdHarry S Truman Library and Museum
500 W US Hwy 24American Jazz Museum
1616 E 18th StArabia Steamboat Museum
400 Grand BlvdThe National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
5235 Oak StScience City
30 W Pershing RdFood scene
We always make sure to eat here when in town. Just a few blocks away from the townhouse and excellent margaritas.
Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
7779 Quivira RdWe always make sure to eat here when in town. Just a few blocks away from the townhouse and excellent margaritas.
The vegetable cast iron frittata for brunch was absolutely amazing.
13 locals recommend
Red Door Woodfired Grill
8001 W 159th StThe vegetable cast iron frittata for brunch was absolutely amazing.
Lanna Thai Restaurant
7775 Quivira RoadSuper close and this place won’t disappoint. Food was very fresh and tasty!
Jack Stack Barbecue - Lenexa
8721 Ryckert StreetAlways a favorite. Love the baby back ribs or salmon spinach salad.
This place is a little gem. Staff are super friendly, and the specialty pizzas are out of this world!
11 locals recommend
Old Shawnee Pizza
6000 Roger RdThis place is a little gem. Staff are super friendly, and the specialty pizzas are out of this world!
Close to home. Local ownership with friendly staff and delicious breakfasts.
9 locals recommend
Ronnie's Restaurant
12812 W 87th StClose to home. Local ownership with friendly staff and delicious breakfasts.
Callahan's 87th
12843 W 87th St PkwyLocal pub with great burgers and fish and chips.
Daylight Donuts
8736 Lackman RoadLeas than 3 miles - very fresh donuts and will add any filling you desire!
Strang Hall
7313 W 80th StFood hall with a variety of quality food and drink.
The Peanut
7938 Santa Fe DrFamous local hangout known for their wings.
Lenexa Public Market
8750 Penrose LnFood hall with food and drink from local vendors.
Unforked
7337 W 119th StLocally owned with delicious salads, burgers, tacos, and custard.
Parks
Only a five minute drive to a large playground, shaded paths to walk or run and restrooms.
Little Mill Creek South Park
Only a five minute drive to a large playground, shaded paths to walk or run and restrooms.
Matt Taylor Park
Fifteen minute walk from the townhouse. Tennis and playground. No restrooms.
Little Mill Creek South Park
Short drive to playground and shaded path, but no facilities.
Five minute drive to scenic park with playground and trials.
6 locals recommend
Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park
Lackman RoadFive minute drive to scenic park with playground and trials.
Beautiful walking paths and impressive playareas. Six miles away, but worth the trip!
8 locals recommend
Meadowbrook Park
9101 Nall AveBeautiful walking paths and impressive playareas. Six miles away, but worth the trip!
Shopping
Overland Park Farmers' Market
7950 Marty StOpen seasonally. Check for dates and time.
Oak Park Mall
11149 W 95th StLess than 2 miles from the townhouse.
Opened in 1922. First shopping mall to accommodate cars. Fabulous shopping and restaurants - 12 miles from townhouse.
89 locals recommend
Country Club Plaza
Opened in 1922. First shopping mall to accommodate cars. Fabulous shopping and restaurants - 12 miles from townhouse.
Town Center Plaza
In Leawood, Kansas - 8 miles from townhouse.
For Kids
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City
2475 Grand BlvdDeanna Rose Children's Farmstead
13800 Switzer RdKaleidoscope
2500 Grand BlvdWonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City
433 East Red Bridge RoadAdult Fun
Improv Comedy Club
7260 NW 87th StThe KC Improv Company
4010 Pennsylvania AveArgosy Casino Hotel & Spa
777 NW Argosy Casino PkwyHowl at the Moon Kansas City
1334 Grand BlvdKnuckleheads Saloon
2715 Rochester AveGreat place to listen to local blues bands.