Kensington
Kansas City
Popular places to visit
Legends Outlets Kansas City
You can enjoy retail therapy at Legends Outlets Kansas City during your visit to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.
Kansas Speedway
Catch an event at Kansas Speedway during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.
Village West
During your trip to I-435 West, you can enjoy retail therapy at Village West. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
City Park
City Park is just one of the places to see in Kansas City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
University of Kansas Medical Center
If University of Kansas Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rosedale.
Children's Mercy Park
Catch an event at Children's Mercy Park during your trip to Kansas City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.
Things to do
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Kansas City Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Kansas City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Kensington
Argosy Casino & Hotel
Everything was smooth at check-in, the room was spacious and well designed, large shower design, and excellent water pressure was appreciated.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Great staff
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
No heat and had very bad cigarette smell I ended up sleeping in my car
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
It’s advertised that the hotel had Starbucks and a breakfast option. However neither are available. The room was nice but I would have chosen another hotel if I knew those amenities didn’t exist.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Check in was easy, staff was nice. I just wish they would do check in at 3 instead of 4pm.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Riverview
While visiting Riverview, you might make a stop by sights like Kansas City Memorial Hall and Granada Theater.
Northwest
When in Northwest, you can plan a visit to Kansas City Children's Museum and Granada Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Strawberry Hill
Unique features of Strawberry Hill include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Kansas City Memorial Hall or Strawberry Hill Museum while you're exploring the area.
Northeast
When in Northeast, you can plan a visit to Kansas City Memorial Hall and Granada Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Armourdale
While there might not be top attractions in Armourdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kemper Arena and American Royal Complex.
Coronado
Though Coronado may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kansas City Children's Museum and Kansas City Memorial Hall.
