based on 3 experiences from female travelers
I rented a car from St. Louis and drove across the state to Kansas City, which was only a 3 hour drive (for those of you that want to do the opposite!) I felt very safe where I stayed, which was an Air BnB right outside of the Power and Light District. It was an easy walk or electric scooter ride into the P&LD. I highly recommend hopping on the train (I’m pretty sure it’s free?) that takes you from one end of the city to the other to explore more, getting off on all the stops. When I was there, the KC Live Block had a live 21+ country concert (Hot Country Nights - every Thursday during the summer) and it was amazing. The following night was a PBR event so I was able to watch a live rodeo. I went to a KC Royals game which was about a 20 minute commute outside of the city but a wonderful experience. Noteworthy food was Jack Stack and County Road Ice House for some quality BBQ, Cafe Corazon for latte flights.
Posted: April 19, 2024Sara
United States
I feel safe in most areas of Kansas City. I do not feel safe on the Plaza due to the protesting and thug behavior. Raytown, Independence, Troost Avenue, KCK, Argentine are areas I would feel unsafe. Overland Park, Olathe, Leawood, Mission, Prairie Village, Shawnee, Waldo and Brookside are safe
Posted: February 4, 2024Sara
Germany
I spent a year abroad in Kansas City and stayed there for 5 months in 2021. In 2023, I went back for the summer and experienced even more things. Before that, I traveled with my family along the West Coast in a camper and saw everything I had always wanted to see in the western United States.
Posted: January 6, 2024Based on 5 local experiences
Based on 5 local experiences
Kansas City is safe but there are definitely places you should avoid going to. I typically feel comfortable going around the suburbs of Kansas City but the city itself can be different. I recommend getting to know the city and area more before completely traveling alone.
Posted: October 2, 2024I have lived here all my life in the suburbs and feel fairly safe in the suburbs and city area. Like with all cities, be more careful about your surroundings downtown. Some areas are better than others, but I haven’t had any issues myself in any area.
Posted: September 16, 2024Angie
Hey there! I’m Angie and I arrived in Kansas City not long ago. I like many things and enjoy exploring more around the city!
Sheryl
My name is Sheryl, I have a beautiful home in a lovely walkable and safe area near the country club Plaza, and the core of our city. I am a commercial real estate broker, I have two daughters that are seniors in high school and we love to travel! We have used homeexchange.com a lot in the past five years!
Sheryl
Kansas City
3 days
My name is Sheryl, I have a beautiful home in a lovely walkable and safe area near the country club Plaza, and the core of our city. I am a commercial real estate broker, I have two daughters that are seniors in high school and we love to travel! We have used homeexchange.com a lot in the past five years!
Soup
Kansas City
3 days
I like food - cooking and eating, tv, and the occasional book.