Top Rated Parks to Visit in Olathe

"The Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is a 300-acre botanical garden, as well as an educational, recreational and cultural resource for Kansas City. The relatively new arboretum is located in Overland Park and features 13 gardens with more than 1,700 species of flora and a wealth of fauna such as birds, snakes, deer, and dragonflies. A network of nature trails meander through rocky bluffs and bottomland paths, and 180 acres of prairie is filled with native grasses and wildflowers."

"Popular as a year-round destination, the arboretum offers a wide variety of educational, recreational and cultural experiences, as well as seasonal programs. About 85 percent of the 300-acre property is dedicated to the preservation of natural ecosystems. The rest includes an educational center and 45 acres of botanical gardens."

"but this KC spot has the best trails and a small kids “play area”. The trails at the arboretum also features their well-known “Enchanted Forest!. ” Younger kids love seeing all the fairy houses and tall trees, which makes for a great adventure!"

"Located in nearby Overland Park, Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead was designed to represent a typical farmstead in the early 1900s. Open seasonally (April through October), the farmstead has over 200 animals, a one room schoolhouse, gardens, wagon rides, a dairy farm, and more. Kids can try their hand at fishing in the pond or feeding a goat, the experience is whatever your family wants to make of it."

"Designed to depict a family farm, the Farmstead has nearly 200 animals and birds of prey, vegetable and flower gardens, a one-room country schoolhouse, an old-time fishing pond, pony rides and more. Deanna Rose brings the charm of the farm to children living in the city. Children treasure such memories as bottle feeding baby goats, milking a cow and taking a horse drawn wagon ride through the woods."

"Although there is admission charged on the weekends, the Deanna Rose Farmstead is free on Mondays - Thursdays!. Visit TONS animals friends, explore a prairie town, enjoy hands-on activities and have fun at the playgrounds, trails and gardens."

"The Penn Valley Park stands tall on the Penn Street Ravine, an area through which the Santa Fe Trail passed, in the 19th century. This area was then transformed, in the early 20th century, in a 130-acre park, equipped with different facilities and promising good times. People crowd over here to admire the commemorative statues such as the Hiker, the Scout and The Pioneer Mother Memorial – and learn history through them."

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"Kansas City has a list of beautiful children-friendly places and parks, including the amazing Penguin Park. The Parks Department of Kansas City built Penguin Park as a part of Lakewood Greenway, in the year 1957. Vernon Jones, the Kansas City North Parks District Supervisor, got a life-sized penguin made and placed in the northern area of Lakewood Greenway."

"Penguin Park‘s playground equipment is shaped like giant animals, making it quite a sight for little ones when they see it. When we visited, the animals had seen better days as far as peeling paint goes. But looking back through my photos, maybe my memory was a bit harsh."

"Antioch Park is Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s oldest and most popular park. This 44-acre park includes amenities such as two fishing lakes, walking paths, tennis courts, picnic shelters, basketball court, restrooms, playground, paved parking, and charcoal grills. This beautiful and well-kept park is a family favorite to many in the area."

"The oldest park operated by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District, this 44-acre park provides a multi-faceted, all-around good time, including:. Two scenic fishing lakes. (a child-sized replica of a town straight from the Wild West, including a bank, schoolhouse, general store, train station and more)"

"Antioch Park is a 44-acre, tree-filled park that made me envious of the families in the KC area. It’s beautiful, with two lakes, including one lake that has fun stepping stones. Dodge Town is a playground located in the park, but it’s not a typical playground."

"I’ve lived in Kansas City for quite a while, but it took a pandemic and my interest in finding new and interesting outdoor places near the city to come across this spot. And I am so glad I found it!. Once you enter the forest you immediately feel transported to somewhere far away from the city."

"The William M. Klein Park (formerly the Cave Spring Historic Site and Nature Center) sprawls over 35 acres of wildlife and native plants coupled with walking trails, a wildlife habitat pond, a small cave for kids to explore and the remnants of historic cabins. Amazingly, it's located in the middle of the city. Admission is free, but small donations are accepted."

"If you know me (or have even met me – Unbakery should probably be included in my elevator pitch), you know I spend most of my hours at Robin Krause’s creation of Unbakery and Juicery. Filled with natural Vitamin D, friendly faces, and some of the cleanest eats in town, this little spot is my go-to for lunch on the go. Caffeinate with a Matcha Latte with coconut milk and collagen for sustained energy, enjoy a raw, vegan, and paleo-friendly Pad Thai, and grab a spiced Aztec-Chocolate Bliss Ball on your way out – your 3pm back-at-work-self will thank you."

"Be Well with menu offerings that are read, rad and raw for a tasty yet mindful dining experience. Country Club Plaza/Brookside/Waldo. 634 E 63rd St, Kansas City, MO 64110"

"Kabuki Sushi, a sushi bar and Japanese spot in Morningside, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 35 Yelp reviews."

"Sushi Haru is a cozy locally owned Japanese grill with fresh sushi, delicious drinks, and a beyond friendly staff!. The owners at Sushi Haru take pride in their inviting atmosphere, meticulously selected ingredients, and excellent cuisine. After running errands or shopping at the neighboring shopping center, stop in to enjoy a specialty roll or a bento box."

"The Vaile Mansion is a stunning structure, dating back to the 19th century. It was built in 1881 for Colonel Harvey Vaile and his wife, Sophia. The original construction spread over on a space of 630 acres and had a vineyard, an apple orchard, a wine processing plant and a huge wine cellar."

"This state historic site was the home and studio of Thomas Hart Benton, Missouri artist. You can learn more about this historic family in Kansas City, as well as see his paintings and artwork if you visit!"