Kensington Travel Guide
Kansas City
Popular places to visit
Legends Outlets Kansas City
With a visit to Legends Outlets Kansas City, a popular shopping spot in Kansas City, you can search for that perfect souvenir. 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 great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Great Wolf Lodge Water Park during your trip to Kansas City.
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
Tom's Town Distillery Tour and Tasting
Be Bop and Beyond 18th and Vine Live Jazz and Walking Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
The Escape Game at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City
Top hotels in Kensington
Loews Kansas City Hotel
"great location, great staff, would definitely stay here again"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium
"The front desk staff was so terrible. Would tell you to come back at 3:00 PM for an early check in and came back at about 3:25 PM and was told it would be another 30 minutes before room would be ready. I witnessed this being done to several other guest. Also one guest was told the pool would be open ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Phillips Kansas City Curio Collection by Hilton
"Horrible!Horrible! DO NOT STAY HERE!. There was literally no parking so had to pay $50 a night for valet parking. No fridge in the rooms! Ice machine was broken on the floor! There was no continental breakfast offered. I paid for what I thought was breakfast meals for my stay. Breakfast is available ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Kansas City Marriott Downtown
"Room was clean and great!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown by IHG
"Room was fine, bathroom had quite a bit of dust and was dated but nothing bad. Was a nice short stay!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
"The suite I booked with expedia was not available,they gave me a regular room, I booked for 5 people"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Riverview
While visiting Riverview, you might make a stop by sights like Kansas City Memorial Hall and City Hall.
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 City Hall 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.