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Union Station

A magnificent 1914 railway station with a 95-foot ceiling, now home to Science City, exhibits and restaurants.

Official Website
Photo: John LeCoque · Public domain
Open
Every day
Price
Free to visit; paid attractions
Time Needed
1.5 hours
Address
30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
At the south end of downtown, on the streetcar.

Why Go

One of the largest stations in the country, it was nearly lost before being restored in 1999. Amtrak trains still stop here, and Science City is a hands-on museum for children.

Nearby

National WWI Museum and Memorial8 min walk · Must-SeeKauffman Center for the Performing Arts16 min walkNegro Leagues Baseball Museum1.3 miles · Must-See18th & Vine Jazz District1.3 miles · Must-See

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