Explore the top things to do in Lenexa and Kansas City

Situated just off I-35, the Radisson provides a convenient starting point for adventures in Lenexa, Kansas City, and beyond. Since we’re just 20 minutes from downtown KC, you can easily tour The National WWI Museum and Memorial or Union Station before an evening of fun in the Power & Light District. Sports fans can find plenty of fun things to do thanks to the nearby Kauffman Stadium, Sprint Center, and Kansas Speedway. Head to Oak Park Mall for new walking shoes or a tennis outfit to wear for your trip to Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. If you’re here on business or a campus tour, you’ll appreciate being minutes from the Overland Park Convention Center and Johnson County Community College.

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Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art

2.1 mi / 3.39 km from the hotel
Located on the Johnson County Community College campus, the Nerman Museum showcases a range of artworks, but it’s especially known for its pieces by American Indian and Latinx artists.

Legler Barn Museum

1.74 mi / 2.8 km from the hotel
Built on the Santa Fe Trail by Adam Legler in 1864, this stone barn was later moved to Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. It now serves as a museum with exhibits including an authentic Conestoga wagon, an early-20th-century train depot, and an herb garden.

Union Station

11.94 mi / 19.22 km from the hotel
Established in 1914, this historical train station has been converted to an educational space that hosts traveling scientific exhibits on topics like dinosaurs and space. Don’t miss a 3D movie on the huge Extreme Screen.

Oak Park Mall

0.77 mi / 1.23 km from the hotel
Visit stores like Hot Topic and Bath & Body Works at this mall. You can also grab a quick lunch at Panda Express or Chipotle in the food court.

Kansas City Power & Light District

12.79 mi / 20.59 km from the hotel
Experience the local stores, restaurants, and entertainment venues of downtown Kansas City. Venture to the P&L District to sample pizza, seafood, and Tex-Mex, and make sure to check the calendar for seasonal festivals taking place in the area.

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park

1.32 mi / 2.13 km from the hotel
Home to the Legler Barn Museum, this family-friendly park features a nine-hole disc golf course, tennis courts, and two multiuse soccer/flag football/lacrosse fields. If you love to fish, Rose’s Pond is filled with catfish, sunfish, and bluegill.

Kauffman Stadium

15.07 mi / 24.25 km from the hotel
Widely considered one of baseball’s most iconic parks, “The K” has been the home of the Kansas City Royals for more than 40 years. Don’t miss your chance to catch a glimpse of the famous fountains that are lit up during night games.

Overland Park Convention Center

4.52 mi / 7.28 km from the hotel
Check out events like rodeos, home shows, fundraisers, and job fairs at this spacious convention center nestled in the charming Kansas City suburb of Overland Park.

T-Mobile Center

12.78 mi / 20.57 km from the hotel
This multipurpose event venue hosts concerts by performers like the Foo Fighters and Rod Stewart as well as college basketball matches.

Legends Outlets

12.88 mi / 20.73 km from the hotel
Kansas City’s premier outdoor shopping and entertainment center, Legends Outlets boasts stores such as Coach and Ann Taylor, as well as plenty of great dining options.

The National WWI Museum and Memorial

11.72 mi / 18.86 km from the hotel
Liberty Memorial at The National WWI Museum is a classical Egyptian Revival-style monument erected in 1926 to honor the victims of WWI. Head inside the museum to see interactive exhibits.

Kansas Speedway

12.16 mi / 19.57 km from the hotel
Satisfy your need for speed with tickets to a Nascar race on Kansas Speedway’s exhilarating tri-oval track.