Once an overlooked city in the heart of flyover country, Kansas City is quickly becoming a Midwestern hotspot for vacationers looking to experience the best of America’s heartland. It might not be the biggest city, but what it does, it does extremely well, from the downtown arts and nightlife scenes to the excellent bars and restaurants (hello barbecue!) Read on for not-to-miss food, drinks, shops, and sights in this slice of the Midwest.