City Hall Observation Deck

A breathtaking view from the 30th floor

What makes it fun

See the city from City Hall's 30th level. City Hall is the city's third tallest structure. The distance from the sidewalk at the north entryway to the top of the structure is 443 feet. It dominates the downtown skyline due to its location on a hill. When it was first constructed, it was the highest structure in the state. It is still one of the country's tallest city halls. The structure has neoclassical or beaux arts architecture, but it is particularly noteworthy for its art deco elements and adornment.

Google Reviews

Observation Deck at City Hall

3.5

Based on 17 reviews

david spencer

14:22 10 Jul 25

Not open on Thursday. Apparently, its only open Monday Wednesday amd Friday. Great job city of KC!.....thanks for keeping google updated!

Harvey Flowers

15:59 03 Jul 25

Website did not include times and dates that this attraction is available. I paid for parking and wasted my time getting here and going inside just to find out I could not go to the observation deck. I’m writing this review to raise awareness.

Jack V

14:10 13 May 25

the surrounding area is litered with trash and you need an appointment to get to the observastion deck, not even sure if it is free?

Jordan Horrocks

02:18 26 Apr 25

Great place for a view of the city. Look it up online and you have to email to make an appointment for it, only available certain days of the week. It's free.

Jeremy B

01:48 13 Oct 24

Worth the trip to look at the city from high above.

Donald Wilborn

20:05 22 Aug 24

I was very excited to see this but it was a no go. The observation deck is rarely ever open, has really limited hours and is quite difficult to get to. You have to schedule a week in advance on the website as well. This is really such a huge missed opportunity. Simple hours and a cover charge to visit would cover staff and maintenance and become a major tourist attraction for the city and the City Hall. The views look like they would be gorgeous, but we were not able to experience them. If you’re going to try and do this, plan well in advance and book it, and watch the weather. Bad weather they will not be open the day of or the day after. Not really recommended, a waste of parking fees and time.

Robert Bivens (Rob)

18:51 30 May 24

Been going there since i was old enough to drive

William Bilbo

20:21 28 May 24

I've waited 3 years to see this because back in 2021 it was closed due to covid. This time I took a chance and just walked in and I lucked out. Escorted by a young female security guard we rode the elevator to the 28th floor and then there were a couple of floors of stairs you had to walk up. I was a little surprised because I thought it would be an enclosed deck but no you were almost like on an open roof deck. I admit I was quite nervous and a little shaky because it was a little windy. I didn't stay long and was ready to leave when the time came.

Heiko Ebert

21:24 17 Oct 23

We came to City Hall rather spontaneously and were immediately given a tour. Very worthwhile. Great view over the entire city. Normally the tour must be booked online. We were just lucky and thank you again.

Laura Humphrey

20:34 18 Jul 23

I was excited about this and you have to email them and set up a date to come. They only take people Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 10-2 despite the website saying 4. So finally we are told a date we can come so we get there and are told it rained that morning so the observation deck is closed and we have to redo the whole process and when we get there during the week again we might be told sorry no again! I was excited but it has been nothing but a headache!