Guidebook for Independence
Sightseeing
Kort tal-Qorti Truman Storiku tal-Indipendenza
112 W Lexington AveHistoric building - must see while on the square
A must see while in Independence, this is a fantastic place to visit if you are a history buff
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Harry S Truman Library and Museum
500 W US Hwy 24A must see while in Independence, this is a fantastic place to visit if you are a history buff
Vaile Mansion
1500 N Liberty StBeautiful historic mansion that is a must-do while in Independence!
Where Frank James was held and this has a long history, and it is haunted!
1859 Jail & Marshal's Museum
217 N Main StWhere Frank James was held and this has a long history, and it is haunted!
Beautiful home and grounds - worth a visit!
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Bingham-Waggoner Estate
313 W Pacific AveBeautiful home and grounds - worth a visit!
A Must Visit location for people of all ages while you are in the area!
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Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
107 Osage StA Must Visit location for people of all ages while you are in the area!
A MUST do while you are in the Kansas City area. This steamboat was completely preserved in mud for over a hundred years and is like a time capsule.
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Mużew Arabia Steamboat
400 Grand BlvdA MUST do while you are in the Kansas City area. This steamboat was completely preserved in mud for over a hundred years and is like a time capsule.
Mużew tal-Arti Nelson-Atkins
4525 Oak StFantastic art museum
In a beautiful historic mansion, this museum is incredible.
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Kansas City Museum
3218 Gladstone BlvdIn a beautiful historic mansion, this museum is incredible.
One of the best Zoos we've been to, they always have great activities for all ages.
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Kansas City Zoo
6800 Zoo DrOne of the best Zoos we've been to, they always have great activities for all ages.
National Frontier Trails Museum
416 W Pacific AveInteresting local history
No longer open to the public but visitors may take photos. This is now a private residence. 100 W Moore Street. One-of-a kind 1906 bungalow - home where Hollywood legend Ginger Rogers was born.
Owens-Rogers House
100 W Moore StNo longer open to the public but visitors may take photos. This is now a private residence. 100 W Moore Street. One-of-a kind 1906 bungalow - home where Hollywood legend Ginger Rogers was born.
Shopping
Scandinavian art, food, and decor, along with lots of other cool stuff! A must visit location when you are in Independence!
Scandinavia Place
209 N Main StScandinavian art, food, and decor, along with lots of other cool stuff! A must visit location when you are in Independence!
Serendipity Antique Shop
211 N Main StUnique antique finds
Sentimental Journey Antiques
1011 W US Hwy 24Large selection of antiques in this big store.
Price Chopper
2301 S Sterling AveUztabz Antiques Collectibles
118 S Main StLots of cool antiques in this store, two levels!
Food Scene
Very nice Italian restaurant on the square. Great food and ambiance.
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Café Verona
206 W Lexington AveVery nice Italian restaurant on the square. Great food and ambiance.
Elegant dining for lunch or dinner - a popular spot in the city.
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Ophelia's
201 N Main StElegant dining for lunch or dinner - a popular spot in the city.
Casual dining and bar in the basement - walk down steps or go in the back door with no steps. Good food.
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The Court House Exchange
113 W Lexington AveCasual dining and bar in the basement - walk down steps or go in the back door with no steps. Good food.
LaMar's Donuts and Coffee
3395 Main StBest donuts in town!
La Fuente Mexican Restaurant
700 Watson DrFantastic Barbecue! The best in town! Don't miss it - they have live music on the weekends. Closed on Mondays.
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A Little BBQ Joint
1101 W US Hwy 24Fantastic Barbecue! The best in town! Don't miss it - they have live music on the weekends. Closed on Mondays.
Ruby Tuesday
14001 US-40Good variety of food here!
Poppy's Famous Donuts And Bakery
318 W US Hwy 24Best donuts in town
El Pico Mexican Restaurant
106 W Maple AveReally good Mexican food and drinks
Rheinland
208 N Main StExcellent German food
Red Lobster
4328 S Noland RdThings to do
Pharaoh Cinema 4
114 W Maple AveFour -plex theatre with first run movies on the square. Very comfortable seating
Mid-Continent Public Library - South Independence Branch
13700 East 35th St SGreat museum and research center. Must make an appointment for research access.
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Harry S Truman Library and Museum
500 W US Hwy 24Great museum and research center. Must make an appointment for research access.
Leila's Hair Museum
1333 S Noland RdStrange, weird, and fascinating!
Entertainment & Activities
Adventure Oasis Water Park
2100 Hub DrFor kids and adults- great modern water park
Once a year, this huge festival takes over downtown Independence for several days. Carnival, bands, crafters, entertainment
Independence chamber of commerce
210 W Truman RdOnce a year, this huge festival takes over downtown Independence for several days. Carnival, bands, crafters, entertainment
Diamond Bowl & Billiards
218 N Osage StMain Event Independence
4600 S Cochise CtWorlds of Fun Ave
Worlds of Fun AvenueEssentials
Hy-Vee
4545 S Noland RdWalmart Neighborhood Market
3411 S Noland RdALDI
7511 Wornall RdApple Market
11215 US-24QuikTrip
4024 S Noland RdParks & Nature
West Mill Street
West Mill StreetLaBenite Park
3117 Rte 291Nice park right on the Missouri River, several picnic tables and grills.
Lake Jacomo Shelter
7401 W Park RdNice site for boating, fishing, or a picnic.
Blue Springs Lake Swim Beach
1500 Bowlin RdNice place for boating and fishing.