The best Missouri getaways start in and around Kansas City. Our state offers many appealing getaways, whether you’re looking for lakes, arts and culture, quaint towns with historic charm, or an urban escape. What sets Kansas City apart from other getaways is the big-city energy with a relaxed vibe and Midwestern charm. With a thriving arts scene, delicious BBQ, major league sports, and beautiful parks and trails with over 200 fountains around the city. An urban escape to Kansas City is also surprisingly affordable, especially compared to other major metropolitan areas.
Just 15 minutes from Kansas City, the charming small town of Independence is perfect for walking hand-in-hand while shopping for antiques or exploring the quaint restaurants. It’s an excellent place for history buffs to explore. There are several walking trails to learn more about the area’s connection to pioneers, Mormons, the Civil War, and President Truman. All the best attractions in Independence are within walking distance of our Bed and Breakfast, making us the perfect home base for your Missouri getaways.
When planning your Missouri getaways this summer, you have many options, but there’s something extra special about a romantic getaway to a Bed and Breakfast. Silver Heart Inn is a quiet retreat in a peaceful neighborhood, still easily accessible to all the best that Kansas City has to offer. Our historic 1856 mansion has four uniquely decorated rooms in the main house and two cottages with private entrances, perfect for extended stays. Designed with couples in mind, our lodgings and public spaces are comfortable and luxurious. We invite you to relax in our courtyard with a cool drink as you enjoy the birdsong and gurgling fountain. Book your stay now.
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Unique Things to do in Kansas City during your Missouri Getaway
Kansas City offers so much for visitors to do and see. From professional sports to live jazz, art museums to historical sites, there is something for everyone. Here are some of the more unique attractions to enjoy during your Missouri getaways:
- Explore the underground network of tunnels and caves in SubTropolis, the world’s largest underground business park. Up to 160 feet below the surface, dug into the Bethany Falls mine, is a 55,000,000-square-foot business complex with over 8 miles of paved roads, 500 truck docks, and over 2000 people working for over 55 companies, including the United States Postal Service and the Environmental Protection Agency. Visitors can drive through SubTropolis during business hours.
- Play paintball or laser tag underground at Jaegar’s in SubTropolis! The first and only underground paintball facility in the world, it offers the perfect climate for physical activity.
- Visit the Arabia Steamboat Museum. In 1856, the Steamboat Arabia sank near Kansas City and was lost for over 132 years. The recovery operation in 1988 was a modern-day treasure hunt. Artifacts have been preserved and displayed in the museum in the historic City Market.
- At the corner of Vine and East 21st Streets is a castle built in 1897. The Romanesque Revival Architecture was once the “best building in Kansas City” and housed the city’s workhouse and prison. Ownership changed hands over the years, and the building has been abandoned since 1972. Now, graffiti decorates the walls of the once-trendy building designed to convey imposing authority.
- The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is home to the most extensive collection of fine-scale miniatures and one of the world’s largest collections of historic toys. The former editor of LIFE magazine says it’s “my favorite museum.”
- The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is one of the finest art museums in the world. Its extensive collection includes art from nearly every continent and culture. A quartet of giant Shuttlecocks adorn the sculpture park outside the museum.
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When planning the best Missouri getaways this summer, choose a lodging that’s as unique as you. Our beautifully restored 1856 mansion has four rooms inside the main house, each with charming period decorations, but all equally luxurious. Designed with couples in mind, our rooms are comfortable and feature modern amenities that guests appreciate. Our common rooms are beautifully decorated spaces where you can gather and socialize, and each stay includes the open-air spa tub, the perfect space to relax with a glass of wine.
Your stay includes a delicious gourmet breakfast with plenty of coffee each morning, enjoyed at an intimate table for two or chatting with other guests. Dishes change with the seasons and the best local ingredients available to us. Some recent favorite dishes include savoury summer vegetable frittatas, blueberry cream cheese French toast, and Bourbon bread pudding. We love to help make your Missouri getaways extra special. With our Romance Packages, we take care of the little details so you can relax and reconnect. From chocolate-covered strawberries to an in-room couples massage, we have options for every budget to make your stay memorable.
Our Inn is conveniently located less than one mile from Independence Square and the Truman Library. We are a 15-minute drive from downtown Kansas City, a great home base for your Missouri getaways! Silver Heart Inn is the perfect place to stay when visiting Kansas City on your Missouri getaways. Our Inn is an easy 15-minute drive from the metro area, but in the quiet and charming town of Independence, so that you can have the best of both worlds. Book your stay today.