Top rated Tourist attractions in Independence

Experience the best that Independence has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 37 places from Tourist attraction category.

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Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum image
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Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum
Museum
Research library & museum detailing the life & work of the 33rd president & his administration.
4.80 (444 reviews)
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Harry S Truman National Historic Site
Historical place
Former home of U.S. president Harry Truman, with personal artifacts, furniture & photographs.
4.70 (664 reviews)
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George Owens Nature Park
Nature preserve
Charming year-round park featuring over 80-acres of wooded trails, lakes, rain gardens & wildlife.
4.70 (499 reviews)
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Memorial Park
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Beautiful summer night for a concert with family and friends!
4.70 (354 reviews)
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Old Baylor Park
Historical landmark
πŸ‘πŸ‘ If you love history, you must stop here! Even if you aren't a Baylor fan, the fields are full of wildflowers in the springtime, and the historic buildings are a wonderful piece of Texas history! The second-oldest remaining structure in Texas (circa 1824) is here! A must if you are in the area!
4.70 (261 reviews)
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Eastern California Museum
Museum
πŸ‘ The Eastern California museum: My family and I arrived here on our way to see Manzanar. After listening to the public broadcast system it suggested we go to the Eastern California museum to complete our Manzanar experience. We decided to give it a shot, and came here since it was very close to Manz...
4.70 (143 reviews)
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Independence Historical Museum & Art Center
Museum
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Very friendly and courtesy people. Clean and relaxing environment. So many different types of artifacts and educational information. It is an experience like stepping back in time. A must see!
4.70 (61 reviews)
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Independence Heritage Museum
Museum
4.70 (33 reviews)
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1879 Chicago & Alton RR Depot
Museum
πŸ‘ Nicely rested C&A depot that was moved to this site
4.70 (31 reviews)
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Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo
Zoo
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Coolest little free zoo we’ve been to yet!!!! Omg and the llamas are soooooo cute and sweet!!!! Definitely have to come see the llamas and raccoon cougar and the eagle!!! Definitely worth your time!!!!!
4.60 (994 reviews)
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Vaile Mansion
Museum
Museum in an ornate 31-room Victorian home, built in 1881, with historic furnishings.
4.60 (560 reviews)
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Dehy Park
Park
4.60 (133 reviews)
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McCoy Park
Park
Open area with a ball field, tennis courts & a playground, plus a picnic shelter & splash park.
4.50 (1.4K reviews)
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National Frontier Trails Museum
History museum
Museum & interpretive center exploring the history of the settlement of the American West.
4.50 (291 reviews)
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Park Visitor Center - Harry S Truman National Historic Site
Visitor center
😐 A bit disappointed...no buildings are open for tours, but the compound, though small, is well groomed. The outdoor buildings (outhouse and small barn) were overgrown and falling apart. We were expecting to spend a few hours here, but were done within 15 minutes as there wasn't a whole lot to see.
4.50 (261 reviews)
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1859 Jail Museum
Museum
Limestone cellblock where the outlaw Frank James did time, next to the town marshal's former home.
4.50 (153 reviews)
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Teacher's Park
Park
4.50 (73 reviews)
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Shadybrook Park
Park
πŸ‘ The kids will love it and had a bathroom next to it.
4.50 (50 reviews)
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Santa Fe Park Picnic Pavilion
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Nice Park, good for family gatherings and big lawn games. BBQ grills@ the two pavilions aren't Too trashed out yet. Unfortunately the transients in the area often gather/hang out, so I don't take the family there in the evening hours. Definitely don't use the Nature Trail anytime after 5 or Alone. T...
4.40 (630 reviews)
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