Independence travel guide
Independence Tourism | Independence Guide
You're Going to Love Independence
With a population of 116,830, Independence is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Independence has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Independence
Activities
Where to Eat in Independence
If you’re looking for affordable options, Hereford House - Independence (19721 East Jackson Drive) and Smokehouse BBQ - Independence (19000 E 39th St S) are great picks.
When to visit Independence
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Independence in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 6.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Independence, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.
How to Get to Independence
Plane
When flying to Independence, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Downtown (MKC), which is located 16 km from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Independence is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 14 km from Independence. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.
Airlines serving Independence
Where to stay in Independence
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include My Place Hotel- Kansas City/Independence, MO and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Independence-Kansas City By IHG.
Where to stay in popular areas of Independence
Most booked hotels in Independence
Renting a car in Independence
Renting a car in Independence costs $51 per day, on average, or $205 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Independence.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Independence (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Independence, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.