Some of the regions best shopping can be had along 119th Street in Overland Park, especially at Towne Center Plaza. The Great Mall of the Great Plains is KC s version of the Mall of America, though not quite as grandiose as its older, northern cousin, it offers 780,000 square feet of outlet and retail store possibilities. Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun are popular family attractions when they re operating in the summer. Worlds of Fun is KC s version of Six Flags, and has the usual roller coasters and other thrill rides to keep the kids ammused. It s sister venue, Oceans of Fun, is a gigantic water park.
Passes are available individually or for both amusement parks.
The Kansas City International Airport is about 45 minutes from Kansas City's major attractions. It might be a good idea for some travelers to stay close to the airport. Business Traveler Downtown is the center of business activity in Kansas City. A popular choice for leisure travelers is to travel the 45 minutes to Parkville, Weston, Excelsior Springs, or Independence. Family Travelers Families may opt to make the more mellow suburban area of Johnson County their base.