Guidebook for Independence

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Guidebook for Independence

Sightseeing

Историјски дворац Труман на плоштаду независности
112 W Lexington Ave
Historic 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 24
60 lokalaca preporučuje
A must see while in Independence, this is a fantastic place to visit if you are a history buff
Beautiful historic mansion that is a must-do while in Independence!
Vaile Mansion
1500 N Liberty St
Beautiful 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 St
Where 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 Ave
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Beautiful 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 St
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A 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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Арабија Стимбоат Музеј
400 Grand Blvd
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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.
Fantastic art museum
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Музеј уметности Нелсон-Аткинс
4525 Oak St
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Fantastic art museum
In a beautiful historic mansion, this museum is incredible.
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Kansas City Museum
3218 Gladstone Blvd
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In 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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Зоолошки врт Канзас Сити
6800 Zoo Dr
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One of the best Zoos we've been to, they always have great activities for all ages.
Interesting local history
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National Frontier Trails Museum
416 W Pacific Ave
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Interesting 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 St
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.

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 St
Scandinavian art, food, and decor, along with lots of other cool stuff! A must visit location when you are in Independence!
Unique antique finds
Serendipity Antique Shop
211 N Main St
Unique antique finds
Large selection of antiques in this big store.
Sentimental Journey Antiques
1011 W US Hwy 24
Large selection of antiques in this big store.
7 lokalaca preporučuje
Price Chopper
2301 S Sterling Ave
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Lots of cool antiques in this store, two levels!
Uztabz Antiques Collectibles
118 S Main St
Lots 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 Ave
8 lokalaca preporučuje
Very nice Italian restaurant on the square. Great food and ambiance.
Elegant dining for lunch or dinner - a popular spot in the city.
10 lokalaca preporučuje
Ophelia's
201 N Main St
10 lokalaca preporučuje
Elegant 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.
11 lokalaca preporučuje
The Court House Exchange
113 W Lexington Ave
11 lokalaca preporučuje
Casual dining and bar in the basement - walk down steps or go in the back door with no steps. Good food.
Best donuts in town!
17 lokalaca preporučuje
LaMar's Donuts and Coffee
3395 Main St
17 lokalaca preporučuje
Best donuts in town!
11 lokalaca preporučuje
La Fuente Mexican Restaurant
700 Watson Dr
11 lokalaca preporučuje
Fantastic Barbecue! The best in town! Don't miss it - they have live music on the weekends. Closed on Mondays.
8 lokalaca preporučuje
A Little BBQ Joint
1101 W US Hwy 24
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Fantastic Barbecue! The best in town! Don't miss it - they have live music on the weekends. Closed on Mondays.
Good variety of food here!
Ruby Tuesday
14001 US-40
Good variety of food here!
Poppy's Famous Donuts And Bakery
318 W US Hwy 24
Best donuts in town
Really good Mexican food and drinks
El Pico Mexican Restaurant
106 W Maple Ave
Really good Mexican food and drinks
Excellent German food
Rheinland
208 N Main St
Excellent German food
Red Lobster
4328 S Noland Rd

Things to do

Four -plex theatre with first run movies on the square. Very comfortable seating
Pharaoh Cinema 4
114 W Maple Ave
Four -plex theatre with first run movies on the square. Very comfortable seating
Mid-Continent Public Library - South Independence Branch
13700 East 35th St S
Great museum and research center. Must make an appointment for research access.
60 lokalaca preporučuje
Harry S Truman Library and Museum
500 W US Hwy 24
60 lokalaca preporučuje
Great museum and research center. Must make an appointment for research access.
Strange, weird, and fascinating!
11 lokalaca preporučuje
Leila's Hair Museum
1333 S Noland Rd
11 lokalaca preporučuje
Strange, weird, and fascinating!

Entertainment & Activities

For kids and adults- great modern water park
Adventure Oasis Water Park
2100 Hub Dr
For 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 Rd
Once a year, this huge festival takes over downtown Independence for several days. Carnival, bands, crafters, entertainment
Diamond Bowl & Billiards
218 N Osage St
10 lokalaca preporučuje
Main Event Independence
4600 S Cochise Ct
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Worlds of Fun Ave
Worlds of Fun Avenue
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Essentials

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Hy-Vee
4545 S Noland Rd
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Walmart Neighborhood Market
3411 S Noland Rd
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ALDI
7511 Wornall Rd
38 lokalaca preporučuje
Apple Market
11215 US-24
9 lokalaca preporučuje
QuikTrip
4024 S Noland Rd
9 lokalaca preporučuje

Parks & Nature

West Mill Street
West Mill Street
Nice park right on the Missouri River, several picnic tables and grills.
LaBenite Park
3117 Rte 291
Nice park right on the Missouri River, several picnic tables and grills.
Nice site for boating, fishing, or a picnic.
7 lokalaca preporučuje
Lake Jacomo Shelter
7401 W Park Rd
7 lokalaca preporučuje
Nice site for boating, fishing, or a picnic.
Nice place for boating and fishing.
8 lokalaca preporučuje
Blue Springs Lake Swim Beach
1500 Bowlin Rd
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Nice place for boating and fishing.