Harrisonville, a quaint suburban town in Cass County, Missouri, is an exciting place to visit. In spite of its size and population, the city offers a variety of activities for the avid vacationer. Harrisonville is an entertaining hub with impressive attractions for tourists, families, or couples looking for an excellent romantic getaway. Enjoy going on exciting tours and day trips, attending special events, visiting impressive museums and checking out fantastic art galleries. Learn more about the fascinating history of the town and also browse through the elegant dining options that are littered around the quaint region. So whether you are visiting for a few days or planning an extended vacation, here is a guide on the things to do in Harrisonville, Missouri.
1. Let the kids run around Lord's Park
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This serene park gets its unique name from the massive statue of an angel in the nearby cemetery. Spread out on over 5.7 hectares (14 acres) of land; this park has several large oak shade trees and other big trees to provide shade for visitors. The park also has two shelters, public restrooms, picnic spots and tables, electricity and a large playground for your kids to have fun. You can allow the children to roam free and have a good time with other toddlers, while you relax under the shade or take a leisurely. This secured venue is also littered with lots of ideal picnic spots.
Lord's Park
Address: 200 N Oakland St Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Lord’s Park
2. Park your RV in The Woods at Plaza Drive - RV Park
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Posted by The Woods At Plaza Drive RV Park on Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Rolling through the countryside in your beloved RV truck? If yes, why not spend some quality time staying at The Woods at Plaza Drive in Harrisonville, Missouri? This well-packaged RV park offers you a place to stop, rest and enjoy beauty and tranquility of nature. Located close to restaurants, shopping places, and entertainment points, this park has spacious RV sites that come loaded with amenities like water supply, electricity and even Wi-Fi. Enjoy comfort and privacy at this safe and serene park. Reservations are required before every visit.
The Woods at Plaza Drive - RV Park
Address: 2000-2054 Plaza Dr, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: The Woods at Plaza Drive - RV Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
3. See the latest movies at B & B Harrisonville Cineplex
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Thinking of catching a movie during your stay in Harrisonville? B & B Harrisonville Cineplex is the best place to enjoy quality cinema entertainment in the city. This cinema features the latest movies and some classics in an inviting and enjoyable atmosphere. Its screen rooms are well fitted with surround sound speakers, digital projection, real 3D pictures and even brand new electric reclining seats. Cineplex also offers some great food with friendly service to give you an overall enjoyable experience. Make your vacation more exciting with a visit to this fantastic movie theater.
B & B Harrisonville Cineplex
Address: 2727 Cantrell Rd, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: B & B Harrisonville Cineplex
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4. Test your shooting skills at Addiction Archery
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Have you always seen the heroes of the old in movies and wonder what it feels like to be an archer? Why not make a special visit to Addiction Archery on your visit to Harrisonville, and live your imagination? Complete with indoor and outdoor 3D range, this family-owned archery gives you an exciting atmosphere to hone all your aiming and shooting skills. With several unique packages to make the experience even more fun, an unforgettable time awaits you.
Addiction Archery
Address: 27307 SE Outer Rd, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Addiction Archery
Opening hours: Sat: 12pm - 12pm; Sun: 12pm - 6pm; Mon: 10am - 5pm; Wed - Thu: 10am - 7pm; Fri: 10am - 5pm (closed on Tue)
5. Watch your kids have fun at North Park
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Situated right in the heart of this small city is a beautiful place to relax and relieve yourself of every stress. North Park is a lovely 10.1-hectare (25-acre) area of pure fun and relaxation. This park offers excellent features like a giant football field, seven softball fields with adequately lighted, clean restroom facilities. The venue also features several picnic areas, playground equipment and even a rodeo arena. You can spend time relaxing with your family or enjoy watching a football game. It’s an excellent place for outdoor fun with family or friends in Harrisonville.
North Park
Address: 1500 S Jefferson Pkwy, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: North Park
Opening hours: 8am - 7pm (daily)
6. Relish ice cream at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
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Dairy Queen Grill & Chill is a fine-dining restaurant located in the heart of the city. This inviting place offers some delicious and mouth-watering menu. Its doors are open to feed your palate all day with exceptional tastes of intercontinental and local dishes, and mouth-watering ice creams. The staff is amicable, and the ambiance is welcoming. Even if you will miss anything in this town, not the taste of the ice cream offered at this diner.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Address: 701 S Commercial St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9:30am - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 9:30am - 11pm; Sun: 10am - 10pm
7. Tour the historic Robert A. Brown House
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A historic home in the city, Robert A. Brown House is one of the main places of interest in Harrisonville. First built in 1850, the two-story red brick house was built in a classic Revival style and is said to have been made from scratch by slaves. The original owner of this house was once the largest slave owner in Cass County, and this house has been preserved to retain its unique structure. Take a tour through this historic home, see pre-civil war quilts, and take a trip down memory lane at the slave quarters still standing as a part of this ancient building.
Robert A. Brown House
Address: 23780-24126 S Prettyman Rd, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Price: 15 USD
8. Enjoy a game of golf at Harrisonville Golf Club
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Posted by Harrisonville Golf Club on Tuesday, June 11, 2019
One of the best ways to relax is by enjoying fantastic views of the landscape and playing golf with friends. This excitement is what is on offer at the beautiful Harrisonville Golf Club. With pristinely kept fairways and lush greens, the golf club offers you an exciting golf course that can be challenging even to the best of golfers. However, there are more than enough friendly staff on hand to make your play more enjoyable and fun. So, if you are a fan of this sport, you should check out this fantastic golf club.
Harrisonville Golf Club
Address: Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
9. Savor affordable meals at Bookie's Sports Bar
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Bookie’s Sports Bar is a great place to grab a drink in a fun-oriented atmosphere without having to dig a hole in your pocket. This serene place gives you an awesome, down-to-earth experience with your buddies while playing pool or shooting darts. It has excellent customer service and a friendly feeling. With great cocktails and some delicious pub food for you to enjoy, you are sure to have a splendid time in this fun-filled bar.
Bookie's Sports Bar
Address: 900 N Commercial St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 1:30am; Sun: 10am - 12am
10. Marvel at the architectural structure of St Peter's Episcopal Church
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St Peter’s Episcopal Church has been in Harrisonville since 1895, and it’s functional to date. This historic church is a one-story building constructed in a Tudor Gothic Revival Style with a cruciform plan. Although it is mainly used as a place of worship, this church is frequently visited by tourists and visitors who stream to admire its one-in-a-kind architectural style and interior designs. You can take a stroll through the church, or even sit and have quiet reflection time.
St Peter's Episcopal Church
Address: 400 W Wall St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: St Peter’s Episcopal Church
Opening hours: Sun: 8am - 2pm (closed from Mon - Sat)
11. Have some recreational moments at City Park
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The largest park in Harrisonville, City Park sits on about 111.3 hectares (275 acres) of land right in the heart of the town. This fantastic park offers you so much with no dull moments. Featuring two lakes and two ponds, the park is home to Harrisonville Aquatic Center. It also features an amphitheater, four tennis courts, playground sites, gazebo, hiking trail, and even an impressive four-goal basketball court. Enjoy cheering or even playing an exciting game of basketball; then relax in one of the parks many shelters.
City Park
Address: 706 Ash St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: City Park
Opening hours: 6am - 10pm (daily)
12. Explore Harrisonville Courthouse Square Historic District
The Harrisonville Courthouse Square Historic District is made up of four full blocks of buildings brimming with commercial activities in the square and an additional five city blocks just off the square. This district boasts of being home to the Cass County Courthouse and has a long, rich history. Constructed between the late 18th century and the early 19th century, this district was for a very long time used as the governmental center of the area. It still retains most of its original ancient fantastic architecture and is registered on the National Register of Historic Places.
Harrisonville Courthouse Square Historic District
Address: Harrisonville, Missouri
13. Savor yummy ribs at Branding Iron Barbeque
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Posted by Branding Iron BBQ on Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Yummy ribs, fantastic steak and delicious barbeque meals and many more are what is on offer at the famous Branding Iron Barbeque in Harrisonville. This ‘number one grill place’ is the best diner around offering great food and excellent service. Recently remodeled, Branding Iron is spacious, clean and buffs with a homey atmosphere. With a great menu to satisfy all your barbecue needs, it’s a marvelous place to dine in the town. And your visit is not complete without trying the ribs or the brisket offered by this quaint eatery.
Branding Iron Barbeque
Address: 2027 N Commercial St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Branding Iron Barbeque
Opening hours: Fri - Sat: 11am - 9:30pm; Tue - Thu: 11am - 9pm (closed on Sun & Mon)
14. Buy exquisite vintage pieces at Treasure Of The Past
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Thinking about where to get the most beautiful vintage items as souvenirs? Look no further than Treasures of the Past antique shop. Although the store is relatively small compared to others around, it holds some rare old items you can’t find anywhere in the city. Find the best quality pieces, ranging from everyday items to collectibles, furniture, glassware, home décor accessories, clothes, electronics and more. Treasure of the Past opens every day of the week and sits in a bustling location.
Treasure Of The Past
Address: 1406 S Commercial St suite a, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Treasure Of The Past
Opening hours: Thu - Tue: 9am - 6pm; Wed: 9am - 5pm
15. Enjoy a great breakfast at Brick House Coffee Bar and Eatery
Need a go-to place for a wonderful breakfast meal during your stay in Harrisonville? Then this place is just perfect for you. Brick House Coffee Bar and Eatery offer you delicious meals, cinnamon rolls, very well cooked bacon, amazing chicken nuggets, scones and even ice tea or caramel latte and many more dishes. With a very professional staff, excellent service and stunning interior décor, this place offers you a refreshing atmosphere to kick start your day. You can also grab lunch and recharge your electrolytes to complete the day’s work.
Brick House Coffee Bar and Eatery
Address: 201 E Wall St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Brick House Coffee Bar and Eatery
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 6:30am - 4pm; Sat: 7:30am - 2pm (closed on Sun)
16. Shop at Mill Walk Mall
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When on vacation, you will always feel the need to go shopping to check out what the town offers. Mill Walk Mall is designed to satisfy all your shopping needs. This family-owned shopping hub was opened in 1965 and has grown to become the number one place to get the most unique items at affordable prices in the whole county. With several stores, this mall is filled with attractive items - including farm items and produce. The mall opens every day and is located close to places of interest in the city.
Mill Walk Mall
Address: 2601 Cantrell Rd, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Mill Walk Mall
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 8am - 8pm; Sun: 10am - 5pm
17. Take a dip at Harrisonville Swimming Pool
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Have some fun with your family at this high-rated pool. The public pool features outdoor and indoor areas and is opened throughout the year. The prices for the passes are fair, and you can also get an all-season ticket. The venue is spacious and kids friendly – featuring a kiddie area that is visible from the main pool and vigilant guards who even play with the children sometimes. Are you new to swimming? No worries, this site provides swimming lessons for the newbie as well as lifeguards. Play, meet new people and make memories at this beautiful pool.
Harrisonville Swimming Pool
Address: 706 Ash St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Harrisonville Swimming Pool
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 7:30pm; Sat - Sun: 12pm - 6pm
Price: 4 - 7 USD
18. Buy amazing antique items at Keepers Antique Mall
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Posted by Keeper's Antiques on Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Shop like a 20th-century traveler at the Keepers Antique Mall. This fascinating place is filled with counters and shelves displaying antiques, collectibles and several vintage items. Shop for everything antique you can think of - including clothes, furniture, glassware and many more. Even kitchen vintage items and utensils can be found on the walls or the shelves at this fantastic shop. So if you are feeling like going “old-school,” shop your way through in this rare mall.
Keepers Antique Mall
Address: 26718 SE Outer Rd, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Keepers Antique Mall
Opening hours: 9am - 5pm (daily)
19. Grab a beer at Forged by Fire Kitchen & Tap House
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This eatery is located on the commercial street in Harrisonville. It is a family-owned restaurant and bar that is dedicated to your comfort and satisfaction. This eatery with bar offers the very best American cuisines made from the freshest ingredients. Enjoy some calm live music in the background, while you sip from the bar’s extensive beverage collections. The restaurant’s staff are warm, friendly and professional.
Forged by Fire Kitchen & Tap House
Address: 1411 S Commercial St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
Website: Forged by Fire Kitchen & Tap House
Opening hours: Sun - Mon: 7am - 9pm; Tue - Thu: 7am - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 7am - 11pm
Come and enjoy serenity in Harrisonville
The small town of Harrisonville may be little, but it is filled with several places to have fun and make getaway-worthy memories. Home to numerous sites, some of which are on the National Register of Historic Places, there is no shortage of places to visit and things to do in Harrisonville, Missouri. Visit and experience the town’s tranquility while you explore its exciting places, dine at the exquisite restaurants and enjoy a great time away from home.
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