Attractions
The Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center is conveniently located near a
variety of attractions, restaurants and entertainment offerings in the heart of
Kansas City. Here are some of the many attractions Kansas City has to offer within
walking distance or a short drive from the hotel.
Crown Center
Crown Center features more than 80 shops and restaurants. You can pick up some souvenirs from the Best of Kansas City shop or Amy’s Hallmark, or grab a bite to eat at one of the dozens of restaurants located in Crown Center. Take a stroll and see the iconic fountains outside of Crown Center or catch a show at the Coterie Theatre. The Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center is connected to Crown Center via a glass-enclosed, climate-controlled skywalk called “The Link.”
Crown Center features more than 80 shops and restaurants. You can pick up some souvenirs from the Best of Kansas City shop or Amy’s Hallmark, or grab a bite to eat at one of the dozens of restaurants located in Crown Center. Take a stroll and see the iconic fountains outside of Crown Center or catch a show at the Coterie Theatre. The Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center is connected to Crown Center via a glass-enclosed, climate-controlled skywalk called “The Link.”
National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial
The National World War I Museum and Liberty Memorial honors the memory of those who served and sacrificed their lives in the war. The museum features hundreds of artifacts, life-size trench replicas and hanging WWI era airplanes. Walk through the museum and follow the progression of the war starting with a video explaining the building alliances, the war in Europe and finally, how the U.S. got involved.
The National World War I Museum and Liberty Memorial honors the memory of those who served and sacrificed their lives in the war. The museum features hundreds of artifacts, life-size trench replicas and hanging WWI era airplanes. Walk through the museum and follow the progression of the war starting with a video explaining the building alliances, the war in Europe and finally, how the U.S. got involved.
Photo by Roy Inman
Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Special: The museum is offering $2 off an admission ticket to anyone attending a conference in Kansas City. To receive the discount, just show your conference nametag at the ticket counter.
Union Station
Kansas City’s historic Union Station was built in 1914 and is now fully restored. Besides viewing the stunning architecture, you can see exhibits like the hands-on train display, catch a glimpse of the night’s sky at the planetarium, or explore interactive and educational displays at Science City. Union Station also features a collection of restaurants and shops for you to enjoy. The Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center is connected to Union Station via a glass-enclosed, climate-controlled skywalk called “The Link.”
Kansas City’s historic Union Station was built in 1914 and is now fully restored. Besides viewing the stunning architecture, you can see exhibits like the hands-on train display, catch a glimpse of the night’s sky at the planetarium, or explore interactive and educational displays at Science City. Union Station also features a collection of restaurants and shops for you to enjoy. The Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center is connected to Union Station via a glass-enclosed, climate-controlled skywalk called “The Link.”
Hallmark Visitors Center
Hallmark has called Kansas City home for more than 100 years. Check out the Hallmark Visitors Center to meet the creators of Hallmark’s most popular products, see a bow-making machine in action, and view an Emmy Award in Hallmark’s Hall of Fame. This free visitors center is located on the Hallmark campus, just a short walk from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
Hallmark has called Kansas City home for more than 100 years. Check out the Hallmark Visitors Center to meet the creators of Hallmark’s most popular products, see a bow-making machine in action, and view an Emmy Award in Hallmark’s Hall of Fame. This free visitors center is located on the Hallmark campus, just a short walk from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
LEGOLand Discovery Center
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center is an indoor play land that features more than 3 million LEGO bricks for building and creation. You can meet a Master Model Builder, and check out MINILAND, a miniature replica of Kansas City featuring the area’s top attractions. This is a great place to bring kids to create and explore.
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center is an indoor play land that features more than 3 million LEGO bricks for building and creation. You can meet a Master Model Builder, and check out MINILAND, a miniature replica of Kansas City featuring the area’s top attractions. This is a great place to bring kids to create and explore.
Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (last admission at 5 p.m.)
Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (last admission at 7 p.m.)
SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium
Located on the Crown Center campus, the SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium features 5,000 sea creatures in more than 260,000 gallons of water. You canview the aquarium’s 30 displays, including a 180-degree tunnel visitors can walk through while fish swim overhead. Visitors can even take part in an interactive touchpool experience.
Located on the Crown Center campus, the SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium features 5,000 sea creatures in more than 260,000 gallons of water. You canview the aquarium’s 30 displays, including a 180-degree tunnel visitors can walk through while fish swim overhead. Visitors can even take part in an interactive touchpool experience.
Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (last admission 5 p.m.)
Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (last admission 7 p.m.)
Boulevard Brewing Company Tour
Take a free 40-minute walking tour of Boulevard Brewing Company, Kansas City’s local brewery. You’ll learn about the brewery’s history and brewing process. The tour ends in the Tasting Room, where you can sample classic Boulevard brews, or some of its specialty beers that are only available at the brewery. Tickets for the tours are given out every day starting at 10 a.m., and are gone fast! Check the website for tour times.
Take a free 40-minute walking tour of Boulevard Brewing Company, Kansas City’s local brewery. You’ll learn about the brewery’s history and brewing process. The tour ends in the Tasting Room, where you can sample classic Boulevard brews, or some of its specialty beers that are only available at the brewery. Tickets for the tours are given out every day starting at 10 a.m., and are gone fast! Check the website for tour times.
Kansas City Power & Light District
Check out Kansas City’s premiere entertainment district that features more than 50 unique shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. Located in the heart of downtown Kansas City, Kansas City Power & Light District is only about a mile away from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Grab dinner or just a drink while you take a stroll through this nine-block neighborhood.
Check out Kansas City’s premiere entertainment district that features more than 50 unique shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. Located in the heart of downtown Kansas City, Kansas City Power & Light District is only about a mile away from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Grab dinner or just a drink while you take a stroll through this nine-block neighborhood.
Country Club Plaza
The Country Club Plaza is Kansas City’s premier retail, dining and entertainment destination, boasting more than 150 shops and fine restaurants in a 15-block district. Inspired by Seville, Spain, the Plaza is known for its beautiful architecture, plentiful fountains and high-end retail, dining and entertainment venues. The Plaza is about a 10-minute drive from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
The Country Club Plaza is Kansas City’s premier retail, dining and entertainment destination, boasting more than 150 shops and fine restaurants in a 15-block district. Inspired by Seville, Spain, the Plaza is known for its beautiful architecture, plentiful fountains and high-end retail, dining and entertainment venues. The Plaza is about a 10-minute drive from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
Crossroads Arts District
Head to the Crossroads Arts District and you’ll find an incredible offering of art galleries, restaurants and unique boutiques to entertain you. Renovated warehouses and industrial buildings house more than 70 art galleries, so it’s no surprise that this area is known for creativity and innovation. Take a walk around this neighborhood and you’ll be sure to find something unusual and unique—whether it’s a piece of art, a meal or a cocktail. The Crossroads Arts District is just north of the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
Head to the Crossroads Arts District and you’ll find an incredible offering of art galleries, restaurants and unique boutiques to entertain you. Renovated warehouses and industrial buildings house more than 70 art galleries, so it’s no surprise that this area is known for creativity and innovation. Take a walk around this neighborhood and you’ll be sure to find something unusual and unique—whether it’s a piece of art, a meal or a cocktail. The Crossroads Arts District is just north of the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
Westport
Westport is Kansas City’s original entertainment district, and the oldest established community in Kansas City. Today, it’s just as lively as ever, offering some of the best restaurants, boutiques and bars of Kansas City. About a 10-minute drive from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, Westport is a great destination for a bite to eat or a late-night drink.
Westport is Kansas City’s original entertainment district, and the oldest established community in Kansas City. Today, it’s just as lively as ever, offering some of the best restaurants, boutiques and bars of Kansas City. About a 10-minute drive from the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, Westport is a great destination for a bite to eat or a late-night drink.