The Kansas City Chiefs have given their fans a lot to cheer about in recent years. Led by some of football’s most talented players and one of the of the winningest coaches in the sport, the team has racked up three Football World Championship wins in the past five years.
For a behind-the-scenes look at this legendary team, take an Arrowhead Stadium Tour to learn more about the Chiefs’ winning ways and storied past.
Whether you’re a devoted member of Chiefs Kingdom or your favorite team hails from another state, a tour of Arrowhead Stadium offers an intriguing look into the world of professional football.
An Arrowhead Stadium Tour takes you back to 1960 – the year the team got its start as the Dallas Texans. Exhibits span more than six decades – marking the team’s arrival in Kansas City, celebrating the franchise’s first world championship victory and honoring founder Lamar Hunt, who helped shape the NFL into the organization it is today.
Learn about the Chiefs’ past in the Hall of Honor where digital technology and an array of artifacts tell the team’s story. You’ll also find the busts of many Chiefs legends – from quarterback Len Dawson to defensive end Derrick Thomas.
Explore the roots of the American Football League, which was created by Hunt during his passioned pursuit to own a professional football team. The league included the Dallas Texans (eventually becoming the Kansas City Chiefs), Denver Broncos, Houston Oilers, Los Angeles Chargers, Boston Patriots, Buffalo Bills, New York Titans and Oakland Raiders. After a 10-year run, the AFL merged with the National Football League.
A highlight of the Hall of Honor is the collection of world championship trophies – celebrating the Chief’s victories in 1970, 2020, 2023 and 2024.
Venture into the Chiefs’ locker room for a glimpse at the place where the players suit up for their games, gather for halftime fine-tuning and come together for postgame celebrations.
Arrowhead Stadium underwent a massive renovation in 2010 that included the addition of a world-class art collection. Artists from a six-state region submitted work to be considered for the Arrowhead Art Collection. More than 35 pieces, featuring a variety of subject matter, are currently on display. Several works by Missouri artist Thomas Hart Benton are part of the collection.
Tours wrap up as close to the heart of Arrowhead Stadium as you can get. Walk out on the sidelines that surround GEHA Field and look up into the stands for an unforgettable view of the stadium. Then imagine it full of fans donning red and gold and cheering the Chiefs on to victory. The facility has earned the reputation as the loudest stadium in the country.
You don’t have to wait for football season to immerse yourself in Chiefs football. Tours are held year-round, and several options are available.
You can book an Arrowhead Stadium Tour online. Public tours begin in the Pro Shop where you can shop for Chiefs T-shirts, hats and other memorabilia.
Arrowhead Stadium is part of the Truman Sports Complex, located in Kansas City, just off Interstate 70. Find a map and parking information here.
Without a doubt, football is big in Kansas City, but there are many more experiences you won’t want to miss.
Kansas City offers a multitude of dining options, but be sure to sample the world-famous barbecue. More than 100 barbecue restaurants provide plenty of opportunities to savor the city’s signature burnt ends, ribs, brisket and more. Try Gates Bar-B-Q or Arthur Bryant’s Barbecue, two of the area’s oldest barbecue spots or Q39 Barbecue, a newer place that features a modern twist on the smoky, saucy classics.
Kansas City is filled attractions for visitors of all ages and interests. The Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium is home to more than 1,700 animals from throughout the world. At Crown Center, explore 12 Lego-themed play zones at the Legoland Discovery Center. See the iconic giant shuttlecock sculptures and art from around the world at the renowned Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. History museums, including the National WWI Museum and Memorial, The Arabia Steamboat Museum and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, share intriguing stories from the past.
The Kansas City Power & Light District hosts performances by some of the top entertainers in the country. Looking for a more intimate setting? Visit one of the city’s smaller clubs that highlight the region’s connection to jazz.
If you’re heading to Kansas City during football season, there are many ways you can celebrate Chiefs’ Kingdom.