Kansas City, MO

Kansas City is primarily located in the state of Missouri, although there is a neighboring Kansas City in Kansas, which can sometimes cause confusion.

Kansas City is not the geographic center but it's relatively central, making it a major hub in the Midwest. The geographic center of the contiguous United States is actually in Kansas, so Kansas City, MO, is considered close to the central region of the country.

Yes, Kansas City, Missouri, is served by Kansas City International Airport (MCI), also known as KCI, which provides domestic and limited international flights.

Kansas City, Missouri is in the Central Time Zone (CT).

Traveling between Kansas City, MO, and Kansas City, KS, is quite easy as they are adjacent to each other, separated by the state line. You can travel between the two by car, bus, or even on foot in some areas.

The best way to get around Kansas City, MO, includes driving, as the city is spread out and has an extensive highway system. There is also a bus system (RideKC) and a streetcar service in the downtown area which is free to ride.

Yes, Kansas City, Missouri is famous for its barbecue. It's considered one of the BBQ capitals of the world with many renowned BBQ restaurants.

Popular tourist attractions include the National WWI Museum and Memorial, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Union Station, the Kansas City Zoo, and the Country Club Plaza.

Yes, nearby natural features and parks include the Missouri River, which runs through the city, Swope Park, which is one of the nation's largest urban parks, and the Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge, which is about an hour's drive to the north.

Kansas City, MO, is approximately 250 miles west of St. Louis, Missouri, along Interstate 70, and typically requires a drive of around 3.5 to 4 hours.