Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
City Market
Explore the iconic City Market and dive into the history
Explore the River Market District and Kansas City's old town
Options
Summer 26
What‘s Included
Walking Tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Historically accurate and Entertaining
Marie S,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A 1.5 -2 hr walking tour of the downtown/old town KC. Learn about the underbelly and politics of early KC. See some of the original sites of jazz, brothels and speak-easy locations.
Great tour!
C2174XJcourtneyw,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun and informative. Great stories and info
Must do your in KC
A1965IAjasonm,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour Very informative and very interesting
KC locals enjoy tour
G4967BWlisab,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris did a wonderful job of hitting all the high points and details of downtown and people of Kansas City! My husband and I are Kansas City locals and we learned new things on our tour. Chris did a great job of finding spots to sit and shady spots for us on the tour as well! A beautiful walk around the river market and Kansas City. A great Father’s Day present for a Kansas City dad.
The Definitive KC Tour
B4839QUwilliams,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fine tour. Guide was knowledgeable, fun, friendly, and interesting. His tour was not hurried; it was full of interesting stories and personalities. The chances for questions and comments were many. The tour was one of the best ever.
Tour of kansas city
colinwJ5588UF,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris was an excellent tour guide, he really knows his stuff about kansas/Missouri. I would certainly recommend taking this tour.
Kris gives a lot of...
Shawn M,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kris gives a lot of background on the history of Kansas City. Goes in depth on some of the key players that built Kansas City
Amazing Experience
tanyadasgupta,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kris gave an amazing tour. He is very friendly and interactive. Very detailed. We really enjoyed our historic Kansas City Tour with him
Walking Tour Fun
737anishc,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing knowledge! This guy is amazing
Go on this tour!
J3732NCannt,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My son and I had a great time on this tour. Kris was a wonderful storyteller and full of knowledge about the history of the people and places of KC. I would highly recommend. One of the best tours my son and I have been on. We had previously went on a mob bus tour down here but this tour was by far our favorite!
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