- Our list of the best things to do in Independence, Missouri, features the top 225 nearby activities — including 85 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Independence, MO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 27 things to do within the city of Independence, MO , followed by 198 popular activities in nearby cities, including Kansas City, Shawnee, Kansas City, Liberty, Overland Park, Blue Springs, Olathe, Lee's Summit, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee Mission, Bonner Springs, Excelsior Springs, St. Joseph and Fort Riley
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Reality-based aikido training is about leverage and physics, not strength. Training also builds cardio endurance and flexibility.
8.7 Miles
Covering 9,500 acres of land and water bodies, the Fleming Park attracts each year more than 1,300,000 visitors. Among all the amenities in here, there can be remembered the fishing ponds, the full-service marinas, and the 4 soccer fields.
0.4 Miles
90%
31 votes
318 West Pacific Avenue, Independence, MO 64050
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Built in 1879 and restored at a different location, the Chicago & Alton Railroad Depot functions as a museum and a collectible shop, decorated to resemble the late 19th century.
0.2 Miles
85%
62 votes
217 North Main Street, Independence, MO 64050
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Dedicated to local criminal justice history, the Jail, Marshal's House & Museum in Indepenence, Missouri takes visitors back to the harsh, draconian environment of an historic American prison. The museum is only open from April through the end of October.
0.9 Miles
73%
22 votes
Independence Square, Independence, MO
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A renovated old-style courthouse, the Historic Jackson County Truman Courthouse/Truman Courtroom/Jackson Art Museum offers hour-long guided tours by knowledgeable guides. The bottom floor houses an art collection and a handicraft shop.
3.1 Miles
Independently owned and operated, The Twin Drive In is a classically styled, retro drive in movie theater. The theater has two screens that show at least two films per night, and offers concession options.
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Housing a small museum, the National Frontier Trail Center offers American history buffs displays and a short film highlighting the five historic westward trails. There are diary excerpt from pioneers and personal accounts of the grueling trails.
5.6 Miles
100%
2 votes
2200 Crenshaw Road, Independence, MO 64057
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Albonee Country Inn & Vineyards is a winery and hotel that overlooks the Little Blue Valley. The inn includes breakfast, a hair dryer, board games, coffee, TV, a VCR, and old movies.
0.2 Miles
50%
2 votes
206 W Maple Avenue, Independence, MO 64050
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Featuring a collection of classic cabinet-style arcade games with a decidedly retro feel, the Electric Theatre Vintage Arcade supplies games to a variety of local and regional restaurants and bars.
2.0 Miles
A city-operated park, Adventure Oasis Water Park features a lazy river, three water slides, a lap pool, children's play structure, and a 6,000-square-foot pool. The park also provides swimming lessons, exercise programs and concessions.
5.1 Miles
67%
9 votes
18900 E Valley View Parkway, Independence, MO 64055
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Featuring a variety of different attractions, Strikerz Entertainment Center is an indoor amusement complex. The facility features bowling, a video game arcade, laser tag, and a full service restaurant and bar.