Best Dog Friendly Places in KC

Dog-Friendly Places in Kansas City

When warmer weather is in season, pet parents may find that they aren’t the only ones that want to get out and stretch in the sun. Thankfully, Kansas City’s assortment of parks, public spaces and hotels offer plenty of unique, dog-friendly opportunities for four-legged friends.


Natural Instincts

 

Catching Up

 

Soak in sunshine at a variety of local trails and dog parks.

For urbanites, take the Trolley Trail through Brookside and Waldo, a winding, gravel-strewn track that regularly attracts active locals from all walks of life—pets included.

 

Other popular urban greenspaces include Swope Park, Loose Park just south of the Country Club Plaza and Penn Valley Park, where intrepid explorers will find KC’s iconic Scout sculpture. Meanwhile, Jackson County’s Longview Lake Park stands out as a regional destination perfect for fishing, camping and more.

Several exceptional dog parks are scattered throughout the metro as well, including West Terrace Dog Park in Downtown KC and Waggin’ Trail Off Leash Dog Park in North Kansas City. (Penn Valley Park and Swope Park also feature off-leash dog parks.)

 

For a change of pace, grab a picnic and post up on the lawn of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, a free-to-visit institution full of thousands of works dating back 5,000-plus years. The lawn also features a walk-through maze and the iconic, larger-than-life Shuttlecocks.

Bites and Hangs

 

Specialty spot Bar K Dog Bar serves as a dog park, restaurant, coffeehouse and bar—a harmonious synthesis designed especially for people and their furry companions.

 

Need caffeine? Find The Wild Way Coffee, a quirky-cool camper trailer that’s equipped with full-service coffee options, roaming around the metro.

 

For urban exploration, head to the West Bottoms, where you and your canine will find antique shops and other area gems—all of which are dog-friendly. 

Overnight Stays

Traveling with a furry companion? Several of KC’s most notable properties offer pet-friendly accommodations, including:

21c Museum Hotel

Sleep with Art. The historic Savoy Hotel and Grill building has been transformed into 21c Museum Hotel Kansas City. The 120 guest rooms provide a welcomed sanctuary from the art and activity that fill our galleries.

Crossroads Hotel

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Hotel Indigo - Crossroads

The 81 guest rooms of this historically certified, former home of the KC Costume Company, are embellished by custom fabric headboards and specially commissioned art — including a framed paint brush. The latter is a nod to Jim Leedy who in 1985 opened the first gallery in the Crossroads in what was o...

Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City Downtown Crossroads

Meet me at the Crossroads...the intersection of art and entertainment. Hampton KCDC is located between the Crossroads Arts District and the Power & Light Entertainment District. Steps from the KC Convention Center and a street car stop from hundreds of shops and restaurants, covering two miles and...

Hotel Kansas City Hyatt Unbound Collection

The historic Hotel Kansas City in downtown KC is only steps from the Kansas City Convention Center, Power & Light District, Sprint Center and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. With many wonderful dining, entertainment and shopping options nearby, you’ll always have plenty to do here.

Loews Kansas City Hotel

Located in the heart of Downtown Kansas City, Loews Kansas City Hotel is home to 800 guestrooms and suites, The Stilwell restaurant, lively lobby bar, Bar Stilwell, Horsefeather Social, open seasonally, indoor lap pool and 60,000 square feet of meeting and event space, which connects directly to the...

Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza

The energy of Kansas City surrounds you when you stay at the Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza. Our boutique hotel welcomes you with spacious suites, thoughtful amenities and exceptional service. Enjoy 150 upscale shops & restaurants of Country Club Plaza. We're also minutes from the Power & Lig...