Don't miss the plaza
as a kansas citian, it upsets me to hear that tourists think of the plaza as dangerous streets littered with homeless. First of all, what urban city doesnt have homeless? And, secondly, the plaza is in my opinion the best thing to see in Kansas City. I spend nearly every weekend at the plaza, the food is great.. especially the mixx. The atmosphere is amazing, it is so laid back and relaxed. The river with gondolas is very romantic, bridges lit with chinese lanterns and tons of fountains. THe plaza is especially beautiful during the holiday season when the lights are on. Every year on thanksgiving, Christmas lights are turned on, the lights are everywhere. Its a winter wonderland.
I would reccomend the plaza to anyone. It is a great place with fabulous shopping, Halls, Burberry, Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Lucky, Mark Shale, Betsey Johnson, Coach, apple store, standard style boutique.. the list is endless..
The food is great, the mixx, california pizza kitchen, brio, reverse, panera.. again, there are many options.
So, if you are ever in Kansas City, be sure to stop at the Plaza, its a great place.