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Taste of Kansas City Food Tours

Kansas city food & drink tours, kansas city's original foodie tour.

Kansas City is home to a seriously hip & happening food scene. This is where chefs’ and restauranteurs’ have migrated to show off their culinary flair. Sip, savor & explore 5-6 mom & pop cafe’s and restaurants within 3 of KC’s most historic, off-the-beaten path neighborhoods on this 3 hour, guided bus tour. read more …

Tour Length

Tour Distance

3 – 5 Miles

Neighborhoods

KC’s Most Historic

Kansas City Prohibition Tour™

Hear sordid stories of Kansas Cities lawless past that snubbed its nose at Prohibition and quickly became recognized as the “wettest city” in America. On this 3.5 hour, guided bus tour you will be sure to learn what the history teachers intentionally left out. read more …

We Go Where the Liquor Flows

Kansas City's Original BBQ Tour

Do you love BBQ?

Whether or not you are from KC the word “barbecue” is synonymous with our town, history, and is often times what draws visitors to our city. read more …

3-3.5 Hours

Kansas City Private Group Tours

Enjoy an exclusive experience limited to your group members only; a perfect activity option for large groups, families, corporate outings, birthday celebrations, and team-building events. read more …

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Celebrating 12 years in business.

Founded in 2010, TASTE OF KANSAS CITY FOOD TOURS® became the proud pioneer of KC’s first food tour. The very first locally owned company wild enough to lead a group of strangers’ through the streets of KC while tasting delicious food from our favorite places. We are Kansas City’s original & #1 rated culinary, cocktail & history tour.

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All Access: Kansas City’s Guided Tours

By Katy Schamberger

Architecture, food, historic landmarks, drinks—there’s so much to see in Kansas City that it can be a little overwhelming to decide where to start. Instead of stressing over your itinerary, why not kick back, relax and let a tour guide show you the way? KC offers a growing variety of tours, both on foot and on wheels. And whether you’re an inquisitive foodie or a bonafide history buff, you’ll find something to entertain and inform your inner explorer.

Here are a few of our favorite tours to help you get started:

Double Decker Sights

Keep your eyes peeled while you’re seated up top soaking up the sun in Kansas City and you’ll probably see the cheerful red Kansas City Double Decker Tours bus roll by. The company hosts 90-minute sightseeing tours that are hop-on, hop-off—a flexible format that lets you explore at your own pace. Stops include KC essentials, such as Crown Center , River Market, Boulevard Brewing Company, the National WWI Museum and Memorial , Westport, the Country Club Plaza and The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art . Tickets can be purchased day-of, but the company recommends buying advance tickets so you’re ensured a seat. Also give KC Fun Tours a try for a spin around some of the town's most scenic destinations.

Stroll in Style

Strap on your helmet and prepare to glide by some of KC’s favorite destinations in style. Segway Bike & Stroll hosts tours on Segway electric scooters, bicycles and on foot. Tours are organized by theme and include looks at parks, museums, art, barbecue and more, and are generally held every day of the week. If you’re hesitant about operating a Segway, don’t be. Guides offer brief, one-on-one instruction before the tour begins to ensure everyone is comfortable before departing.

Appetizing Excursions

Are you ready to eat your way through popular KC neighborhoods? Taste of Kansas City Food Tours hosts an appetizing array of tours that include the Crossroads Arts District, Prohibition-style cocktails, brunch, the KC Streetcar and plenty more. While the focus of each is undoubtedly the food and drink, participants will also learn more about the history, culture and entertainment of the area. Then of course there's the KC Barbecue Tours , which allow you to sample KC's signature cuisine. Consider these adventures an immersion for all five senses—and one very happy stomach!

History On Foot

Kansas City is home to world-renowned architecture and fascinating history—and during Historic Kansas City’s walking tours , you’ll get to experience both. Several tours give participants a closer look at some of the KC’s most beloved landmarks and neighborhoods. Get an up-close view of the KC's Art Deco City Hall and county courthouse before checking out the stately mansions along Gladstone and Benton Boulevards in the historic Northeast, among many other notable stops on the 60-90-minute excursions.

While not on foot, the Gangster Tour takes you back in time to organized crime's heyday in Kansas City as you investigate popular hangouts and crime scenes, including Union Station and more.

Behind the Scenes Views

Before you raise a glass and enjoy some of Kansas City’s favorite beverages, why not get a closer look at how they’re made? Several hometown facilities offer tours that typically conclude with a of tasting.

The always-popular Boulevard Brewing Company tours are available in several varieties, including free, 60-minute public treks through the production facility, a two-hour Smokestack experience and tasting and private tours—oh, and samples are included with each. And when you’re done, keep the fun flowing in the Boulevard Beer Hall, complete with exhibits, an expanded shop and, upstairs, 24 beers on tap plus food.

Coffee lovers: Don’t leave Kansas City without stopping by The Roasterie , the best way to get an up-close look at the air-roasted coffee company’s cupping, roasting and blending processes. Complimentary tours are held seven days a week and include coffee samples.

Kansas City’s distillery scene thrived until the ravages of Prohibition. Now? It’s experiencing a delicious comeback. Tom’s Town Distilling Co . , Downtown Kansas City’s first legal distillery since Prohibition, offers one-hour tours that include an in-depth look at the distillation process and history of the company’s namesake: Boss Tom Pendergast.

J. Rieger & Company , founded in 1887 in the West Bottoms, was a casualty of Prohibition—but the iconic whiskey brand lives again, thanks to co-founders Ryan Maybee and Andy Rieger. Now, the spirits flow from a distillery in the East Bottoms, which offers tours on select Saturdays. Plan to spend around two hours in the distillery learning about the history and legacy of J. Rieger & Co., as well as the distilling process—and, of course, sampling whiskey.

Memorable Murals and Sculptures in Kansas City

In Kansas City, public art is in plain view, no matter where you're standing. Discover some of the most iconic murals and sculptures in the City of Fountains. 

Kansas City Film Self-Guided Tour

Kansas City’s film scene is more than a burgeoning industry attracting more attention by the day—it’s one of the city’s oldest and most culturally significant pastimes. And now, you can experience that rich history yourself thanks to our self-guided tour. No matter your familiarity with the city,...

Best Food & Drink in Kansas City

Fresh, innovative and above all delicious, Kansas City's culinary scene is booming. Discover some of the most popular drinking and dining of the year.

Making the Most of your Event Along the KC Streetcar Line

Free to ride and connecting some of the city’s most vibrant districts, the streetcar transforms ordinary events and helps shape memorable experiences.

KANSAS CITY FUN TOURS

Guided Tours of Kansas City!

Get acquainted with the popular sights and local favorites that Kansas City has to offer during our fully narrated 90 minute tour aboard an authentic, air-conditioned trolley with brass rails, bells and all!

Here’s just some of the highlights of what you’ll see, learn about, be surprised by and laugh about along the way:

Union Station
Historic City Market
Crown Center
Country Club Plaza
The River District
Historic Westport
Sea Life Aquarium
Historic 18th & Vine
Downtown Kansas City
Nelson Atkins Museum
College Basketball Exp
Power & Light District
T-Mobile Center
Crossroads Art District
Jazz Hall of Fame
Federal Reserve
Legoland Discovery Center
Vietnam Vets Mem Park
The Mighty Missouri River
Negro League Baseball Museum
The Arabia Steamboat Museum
Hallmark Visitor's Center
Kauffman Center Preform Arts

Top 10 Things to do In Kansas City

AVAILABLE TOURS

Tours 5 days a week Thursday – Monday 10AM 12PM 2PM

All tours start and end at Union Station 30 W Pershing Road

$25 Veteran
$15 Kids (12 & under)

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Kansas City Fun Tours will provide wonderful wedding memories with “Pearl”, our glistening white trolley.

Sounds system with aux hook-up
Seats Up to 30
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Enjoy the famous holiday lights of Kansas City while listening to seasonal music aboard a heated authentic old time trolley with brass rails, bells , lights and all!

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Cowtown Tours

Kansas City

Where stories of the past and the charm of the city come alive on the streets.

Customize Your Adventure

Immerse yourself in kansas city's charm.

Cowtown Tours is your premier guide to the iconic sights and neighborhoods of Kansas City. Our walking tours are between 1-2 miles and last approximately 2.5 hours, led by a local, seasoned, and licensed Kansas City Sightseeing Guide.

Tailored Group Bus Tours

For groups looking to explore the highlights of Kansas City, our step-on guide provides narrated bus tours that traverse the expansive metropolitan area. These tours can be tailored to the specific interests and needs of your group, ensuring a unique and memorable experience.

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Whether you prefer the intimacy of a walking tour or the wide-ranging discovery of a bus tour, Cowtown Tours is committed to unveiling the heart of Kansas City to you. Connect with us today for more information.