Kansas City
Kansas City- The City of Fountains
Kansas City has so much to offer! It’s safe, easy to walk around, and affordable. And it’s rich in culture and history. Check out the many shops and restaurants all within walking distance of the hotel and convention center! Dine on a steamboat! See the fountains – there are many more than you can count! There are infamous BBQ restaurants and jazz clubs and the unique attractions rival major U.S. Cities! And so much more!
Visit the Kansas City website to see all the highlights of this great city.
Getting to Kansas City - Air Travel
Kansas City International Airport is home to many airline carriers. The best way to find the route that will be easiest for you is to link from the KCI Airport website www.flykci.com.
Ground Transportation/Car Rental
There are many taxi and shuttle options in Kansas City. Please link to www.flykci.com to see options and pricing. The Kansas City Convention Center is located approximately 25 minutes from Kansas City International Airport
Restaurants
There are many restaurants in Kansas City – it would be impossible to list in order. The best way to find the restaurant of your choice is to look through the Kansas City Restaurant Guide.
Getting Around Town
Once you get into town, check out the MAX! For a minimal fee, it’s a great way to see the sights of Kansas City. Exceptional service with no parking worries or driving costs. MAX connects you from the Convention Center to many destinations, including the City Market, River Market, Brookside Plaza, Liberty Memorial, Union Station Crown Center, and many more. It’s a quick, easy, and affordable way to get around Kansas City. Visit the MAX website at www.kcata.org or call 816-221-066 for more information.
Conference Events:
Daytime track sessions and most other educational events will be held at the Convention Center. The convention center is located across the street from the Kansas City Marriott and is accessible either from the street level or underground passage.
The following events are scheduled to be held at the Convention Center.
• SWE Business Meetings
• Track Sessions
• Career Fair & Exhibits
• Collegiate Competitions
• Collegiate Welcome Lunch (Thursday)
• Keynotes and General Plenary Sessions
• Celebrate SWE!
The following events will be held at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown
• Board of Directors Meetings
• Board of Trustees Meetings
• Select Region Meetings
• Networking Suites
• Friday Awards Reception and Banquet
Internet Access
High-speed wireless Internet access is available in your room or the hotel restaurants for $9.95 for a 24-hour period.
Parking
Self parking at the hotel garages are between $8 and $10 per day. Valet parking is also available for $14 per day. Parking is also available in several nearby lots for $3 to $5.
Weather
Average October temperatures are 60 °F (12 °C) high and 45 °F (2 °C) low. Bring a jacket for the nighttime; you will probably only need a sweater or light jacket for the daytime.