Things to Do with Kids in Independence, MO

  • TripBuzz found 177 things to do with kids in or near Independence, Missouri, including 154 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Kansas City, Liberty and Kansas City.
  • From Electric Theatre Vintage Arcade to Adventure Oasis Water Park, the Independence area offers 67 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
  • Located on the Missouri River is the state's fourth largest city, Independence. The town is the famous hometown of former President Harry S. Truman and is home to the Truman Presidential Library and Museum, as well as his former home, the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site. Other points of interest include various museums, shopping and a wide selection of libraries.
  • TripBuzz found 177 things to do with kids in or near Independence, Missouri, including 154 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Kansas City, Liberty and Kansas City.
  • From Electric Theatre Vintage Arcade to Adventure Oasis Water Park, the Independence area offers 67 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
  • Located on the Missouri River is the state's fourth largest city, Independence. The town is the famous hometown of former President Harry S. Truman and is home to the Truman Presidential Library and Museum, as well as his former home, the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site. Other points of interest include various museums, shopping and a wide selection of libraries.
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15.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) 29708 E Alley Road, Lee's Summit, MO 64086 MoreLess Info
Visitors can receive complimentary trap lessons with one of the professional instructors at Lake Lotawana Sportsman Club Trap. The club has a range for visitors to practice their shooting skills with rifles and pistols.
15.5 Miles
75% 8 votes
Swimming Pool 10601 Lee Blvd, Shawnee Mission, KS 66206 MoreLess Info
Open daily throughout the summer, the Leawood Aquatic Center is a community swimming pool operated by the local parks department. The center has water slides and kid's areas as well as sections for fitness swimmers, all staffed by trained lifeguards.
15.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 831 S 55th Street, Kansas City, KS 66106 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1963, the Turner Recreation Commission is a recreation center offering a number of amenities and programs for the use of local residents. A fitness center, sports instruction, and numerous recreational classes are offered at the center.
15.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 55 & Douglas, Kansas City, KS 66117 MoreLess Info
Pierson Park is a 125 acre county park that features a variety of areas for picnics and grilling. The park provides access to a 10 acre lake and features tennis courts and a playground.
16.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 63rd Terrace & Carter, Shawnee, KS 66203 MoreLess Info
Located near the Turkey Creek Steamway Trail, Chatlain Park is a public park filled with a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include a walking trail, covered picnic areas, barbecue grills, and a playground
16.4 Miles
The Glenwood Arts Theater is not only a place where the moviegoer can enjoy the latest production from Hollywood, but also a theatre which regularly screens indie and foreign productions.
16.5 Miles
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Parks 10401 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee, KS 66203 MoreLess Info
The 2.2-acre Pioneer Crossing Park is a leisure park that features a 3D brick monument, a sculpture of Dick Williams, and a wagon train sculpture. The park was made to commemorate the pioneer trails that cross Shawnee City.
16.8 Miles
67% 75 votes
Children's Museums 5700 King St, Shawnee, KS 66203 MoreLess Info
There are plenty of hands-on exhibits at the Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City from which the children could learn, from raceways to airways and artworks. Private events can be organized in here, such as birthday parties.
16.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Swimming Pool 5800 King Avenue, Shawnee, KS 66203 MoreLess Info
From fountains to swinging buckets, Splash Cove - Jim Allen Aquatic Center offers visitors a splash area to play in. In addition to the splash playground, there is a zero entry wading pool and artificial wave pool.
16.9 Miles
69% 13 votes
Children's Museums 5705 Flint Street, Shawnee, KS 66203 MoreLess Info
Designed to engage the curiosity of children, Wonderscope Children's Museum offers visitors a large play area filled with miniature buildings to explore. The museum regularly hosts community events such as safety lessons, book readings, and live entertainment.
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