Nearby Attractions

The Highlands is conveniently located in the suburbs of south Kansas City, but just a short 25-30 minute drive to the Country Club Plaza and downtown. Here is a sampling of the hot spots close to our Leawood neighborhood:

Shopping/restaurants
There are several shopping centers that offer a vast array of local and chain restaurants and entertainment options.
Town Center Plaza (119th and Roe Ave.)
Hawthorne Plaza (119th and Roe)
Park Place (115th and Nall Ave.)
Corbin Park (135th and Metcalf Ave.)
Prairie Fire (135th and Nall)

Some favorite local eateries include:
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Red Door Grill
La Bodega
Nick & Jakes
Bristol Seafood Grill

Attractions
Here's a sampling of both family-friendly and adult entertainment options:
AMC Town Center 20
Dave and Busters
iFly indoor skydiving
Pinstripes restaurant and bowling
Topgolf
Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

Parks & Rec
Walk less than a mile outside the neighborhood and you connect with the Indian/Tomahawk Creak Bike and Hike Trail System. At almost 17 miles long, it connects many different parks, public golf courses and picnic shelters to enjoy during the year. Don't miss these closest outdoor spots:
I-Lan Park
Tomahawk Creek Park
Gezer Park
Deer Creek Golf Club
Ironhorse Golf Club

More information on the Overland Park trail system
Leawood Parks and Rec info