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2 hours
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Embark on a journey through Kansas City’s rich history! From gunslingers and gangsters to pioneers and presidents, you’ll walk in the footsteps of the legendary characters of KC.
Over 1.5 to 2 hours, this walking tour takes you on a journey through our city - starting in the historic River Market and guiding you to the heart of downtown. Learn about the legendary Wild West outlaw Jesse James and the massive roles that Kansas City icons played in art, music, and politics. Listen and explore as our guides share sites and stories that make Kansas City one of a kind.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
City Market
Explore the iconic City Market and dive into the history
Explore the River Market District and Kansas City's old town
Walking Tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
sammL8806ZW,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Coolest thing we did in KC. Period. Could not have asked for a better experience for our team. Do it. 10/10. P.s. Chris is awesome.

shawnmN3028TT,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Man it I was one of the coolest tours to take my company’s team on. Everybody loved it and learned so much about the city that we would never have known. 10/10 recommend.
Dream63757040198,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Kris gave an amazing tour! It was so informative and fun!
560ismaelv,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Super fun! Well researched information.
113allyseb,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Awesome tour, we stopped for drinks along the way, tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly!
964tessa,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing tour, great for our small business outing!
timrG4426GV,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The tour was a great experience. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of the city and its history. Everyone in our tour group lives in the Kansas City area, but we learned so much during this tour. We would highly recommend the tour for both people who live in the area and people who are visiting the city.
evanf612,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Kris led an engaging and informative tour that fused the stories of KC-culture defining historical figures from Pres. Harry Truman down to the lesser known Henry Perry (the innovator behind KC style barbecue). Kansas City natives and first-time visitors alike will gain a new perspective on the city’s history and a deeper understanding of how the history is still represented today!

198piercen,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Kris was an excellent tour guide. He kept everyone involved, and mixed in a pleasant amount of laughs as well as delivering a richly informative experience. As a Kansas City native, the tour had a ton to offer in terms of stories and history that i had not ever been exposed to. If you’re looking to get a great glimpse into the city’s expansive history regarding outlaws and legends, while getting background on KC’s existence as a whole, I’d 100% recommend.
Inspire18349371137,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The tour was well-timed, engaging and highly informative. Kris was a great tour guide who was very knowledgeable about the area and its history. Would definitely recommend checking it out!
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