This adventure-packed book describe hundreds of fascinating and exciting things to do, most within a two-hour drive of Kansas City. Belly up to the longest mineral bar in the world at the Historic Hall of Waters: rejuvenate yourself with steambaths and all types of therapeutic bodywork. Take a hike or grab your bike and travel the 200-mile-long Katy Trail along the Missouri River: this trail meanders through small towns and slices of rural history. Learn what really slow mail was all about at the Pony Express Museum: state-of-the-art exhibits tell the dramatic story of one of the first express mail companies. Each day trip includes travel directions, destination highlights, other places to visit along the way, choice restaurants and lodging (including price ranges) and shopping.