Parkville is located 5 miles north of Kansas City in the southern part of Platte County along the banks of the Missouri River. The city settled in 1838 and is one of two historic river towns in the Kansas City metro area. This dynamic community is home to Park University, the English Landing Park, and the National Golf Club. The city offers a myriad of popular festivals, great residential areas, and a bustling downtown with everything from antiques to contemporary art galleries, terrific restaurants and top-rated schools. Parkville is also home to 200 businesses and is a quick drive from downtown Kansas City. The beauty of limestone carved bluffs, wooded vistas and the Missouri River provide an enchanting backdrop for Parkville. From historic beginnings to a modern-day culture of creativity and community pride, Parkville is one of the most innovative and exciting cities in the Midwest.