Area Attractions Near Basswood Resort

Kansas City Zoo

Explore the Kansas City Zoo and find yourself in the wild, natural habitats of exotic animals from around the world. Spanning more than 200 acres, the zoo can provide a full day’s journey or an afternoon getaway for your family. You never know what you will encounter, so load up your camera, grab your binoculars, and get ready.

A group of six elephants standing close together in an enclosure. The elephants have long trunks and large ears, with some holding hay. Trees and greenery are visible in the background, and a large rock is in the foreground. The sky is clear and blue.
A large roller coaster with a steep incline, featuring red tracks and a towering steel frame structure. The ride ascends with a train of passengers approaching the peak. The scene is set against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds, surrounded by greenery.

Worlds of Fun

Worlds of Fun is packed with over 175 acres of entertaining rides and fun-filled attractions for everyone in the family!

Kansas Speedway

The Kansas Speedway is at the intersection of I-435 and I-70 in Wyandotte County, KS, about 15 miles west of downtown Kansas City, Kansas.

A panoramic view of a NASCAR racetrack on a clear day, with a few cars on the track and minimal spectators in the stands. The infield is full of support vehicles and equipment. The sky is partly cloudy, and the surrounding landscape is visible in the distance.
A shopping center entrance with a large "Oak Park" sign. To the right, there is an American Girl store with a red facade. People are walking in the plaza in front of the stores. The sky is clear, suggesting it's daytime.

Shopping

Shop in the nearby KCI Area / Kansas City, Parkville, KCI Area / Platte City, Riverside and Weston.

Golf

Play golf at the great courses located among wooded hills and lakes in the Kansas City Area.

A golf course with a green in the foreground, featuring a single flagstick with a red flag. The landscape includes several trees, rolling hills, and a winding pathway. The grass is well-manicured and the sky is mostly clear.
Three friends, two women and one man, are joyfully playing an arcade game at one of the local attractions. They are smiling and cheering, surrounded by colorful lights and the vibrant atmosphere of an arcade. The man in the middle is pressing buttons on the game machine with enthusiasm.

Casinos

We have several casinos in the area that fit every gaming style! Ameristar Casino, Harrah’s, Argosy Casino, Isle of Capri, 7th Street Casino, Hollywood Casino, just to name a few!