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Enjoy some time at the Great Wolf Lodge, part of the world’s largest chain of indoor water parks. KC’s Great Wolf Lodge is excellent for a family looking to get wet and wild any time of the year. This resort has five slides, two hot tubs, an activity pool, a lazy river, a children’s splash area and many other attractions.

Located in the Liberty Memorial, the National World War 1 Museum dedicates its space to preserving the artifacts and memorabilia from WWI. Appointed by Congress as America’s official WWI museum, you will encounter exhibits filled with photographs, propaganda posters, maps, uniforms, guns and even a Renault FT-17 tank. Learn what life was like during this time period through interactive displays and honor the soldiers who lost their lives at the memorial.

Kansas City is renowned as a city of fountains. In fact, the city has over 200! These romantic water sculptures provide a tranquil ambiance perfect for a date night. Try walking along the J. C. Nichols Memorial Fountain, one of the most famous in the city and a popular destination for wedding photographs.