Only 30 minutes north of Kansas City, Excelsior Springs is a town rich with history. The multitude of mineral springs in the area earned Excelsior Springs recognition as a health resort from the 1800s until the 1960s. While crowds once flocked to the area for its healing waters, visitors today go for the fascinating museums, great shopping, delicious food, and locally made beer and wine.
Eat
A. Wabash BBQ – Excelsior Springs
Barbecue fans can feast on award-winning smoked meats in Excelsior Spring’s Historic Wabash Train Station. The Ice House Blues Garden behind the restaurant is an excellent place to unwind and listen to live music.
B. Willow Spring Mercantile
If you’re enjoying a day of shopping, drop by the Willow Spring Mercantile for a bistro lunch. After sampling the culinary delights, browse the shop’s products including craft beers, distilled spirits and made-in-Missouri gifts.