Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kansas City, MO

  • The list below includes 194 free or cheap things to do in or near Kansas City, Missouri, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, Art Museum, History Museums and Malls.
  • From Loose Park to Westport, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kansas City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Independence, Olathe and Kansas City.
  • The list below includes 194 free or cheap things to do in or near Kansas City, Missouri, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, Art Museum, History Museums and Malls.
  • From Loose Park to Westport, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kansas City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Independence, Olathe and Kansas City.
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0.0 Miles
This outdoor adventure features suspended obstacles, challenging crossings, and thrilling zip lines
1.2 Miles
60% 752 votes
Children's Play Area 2475 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64108 MoreLess Info
Over three million LEGO bricks are available at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center. In addition to the building possibilities and tips from master builders, there is a 4D cinema and several rides like Merlin's Apprentice and Kingdom Quest.
1.0 Miles
American Jazz Museum hosts a permanent collection of jazz artifacts, including instruments, records and artwork, as well as revolving exhibits. A nightclub recreated within the museum features a video jukebox for viewing classic jazz performances.
1.3 Miles
44% 32 votes
Parks 1st St. and Francis St., St. Joseph, MO 64505 MoreLess Info
The Riverfront Park has 3 miles-long trail running along the river and picnic areas. It is the place where there are annual displays of fireworks.
2.3 Miles
78% 27 votes
History Museums 720 N 4th St., Kansas City, KS 66101 MoreLess Info
Located in a Victorian house from 1887, the Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center served as an orphanage from 1919 to 1988. It is dedicated to the Slavic community in Kansas.
4.0 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 4125 Mission Road, Kansas City, KS 66103 MoreLess Info
Situated on 55 acres, Rosedale Park provides children's playground equipment, a skate park, picnic tables, grills and restrooms. The park is well-suited for sports with facilities for softball, tennis and disc golf along with open grass fields.
4.4 Miles
94% 32 votes
Other Entertainment 1051 Merriam Ln, Kansas City, KS 66103 MoreLess Info
Boulevard Drive In Theatre is a pet friendly place with overhanging trees along the curved driveway. It features movies for kids and adults, a playground, a concession stand, and a Flea Market or Swap and Shop on the weekends.
4.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks S 29th St & Strong Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66106 MoreLess Info
Emerson Park features a playground for kids with a variety of equipment, as well as a pavilion that can be rented for weddings and other special events. There is also a gazebo that, during the Christmas season, becomes Santa's House.
5.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 3432 N 29th Street, Kansas City, KS 66104 MoreLess Info
The Old Quindaro Museum is a historic museum that was founded in Jesse Hope with the goal of enriching Kansas City. The museum displays collections of photographs and provides guided group tours upon request.
6.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 831 S 55th Street, Kansas City, KS 66106 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1963, the Turner Recreation Commission is a recreation center offering a number of amenities and programs for the use of local residents. A fitness center, sports instruction, and numerous recreational classes are offered at the center.
7.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 55 & Douglas, Kansas City, KS 66117 MoreLess Info
Pierson Park is a 125 acre county park that features a variety of areas for picnics and grilling. The park provides access to a 10 acre lake and features tennis courts and a playground.
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