South KC

Blue River Parkway

Bordering Big Blue River from Swope Park south to the southern end of the county, this multi-faceted 2,400 acres parkland has many amenities including several miles of multi-use trails popular for mountain biking. Radio-controlled model airplane fields, balloon ports, softball fields, fishing ponds, hiking trails, horseback...

Longview Park & Lake

Located just minutes from south Kansas City, Longview Lake offers 930 acres of water entertainment. "Getaway" with the whole family for an exciting day of power boating, water skiing, jet skiing or a relaxing pontoon boat ride. Located in Longview Lake Park, Longview Lake plays host site for many of Jackson County Parks and...

Longview Equestrian Park

The Longview Equestrian Park in Longview Lake Park ecompasses 54 acres for riding, jumping and showing. The multi-use area is the site for 33 events each year for both saddle and carriage competitors. Equestrian events are organized and sponsored by local horse clubs. Features of the Longview facility include a ligh...

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

More Zoo for you to explore with more than 200 acres of adventure filled with nearly 10,000 animals. See penguins like never before at Helzberg Penguin Plaza. Watch king and gentoo penguins torpedo through the water in their 100,000 gallon cool pool and see the Humboldt penguins bask in the sun and get their flippers wet...

Windstar Lines, Inc.

Windstar Lines began in 1995 with one simple goal in mind: To provide a superior charter motorcoach service with a strong emphasis on meticulously clean, late model equipment, with drivers who are safe, friendly and above all, accommodating to our passenger needs. Windstar Lines provides luxury charter bus service and con...

Trailside Center

Community resource center and location of Historical Society of New Santa Fe's collection of artifacts www.newsantafe.org. Available for group meetings and has a supply of area tourist and community information.

The Roasterie Café - Brookside

The Roasterie Cafe is a landmark in the heart of the charming Brookside neighborhood, serving beans daily from KC's own specialty coffee roaster, The Roasterie. Recently voted KC Magazine's "Best Coffee House in KC" by the public.

The Bay Water Park

Coming this summer to The Bay Water Park, the FlowRider! Catch a wave and master the art of surfing in Kansas City MO! The Bay Water Park is South Kansas City’s new place to play! Visit thebaykc.com for more info.

Sporting Kansas City II

Swope Park Rangers is the newest professional team that solidifies Kansas City as the Soccer Capital of America. As Sporting Kansas City’s secondary team, the Swope Park Rangers will play in the United Soccer League against teams from across the country. Calling the Children’s Mercy Victory Field in Swope Soccer Village the...

Swope Park

Country's third largest park. Donated by Col. Thomas Swope in 1896. Features golf, shelter houses, picnic areas, athletic fields, swimming pool.