4 Star Places To Visit in Kansas, United States (50)

1. 4.5 Sedgwick County Zoo (1.349 reviews)
   - Best Zoo experience ever.
   Saturday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Zoos
   
   
   To inspire discovery, appreciation, and respect for animals and nature. See more..
   
2. 4.5 Boot Hill Museum (1.097 reviews)
   - Guns & Bible.
   Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
   
   
   The exciting and unique story of early Dodge City is told daily along Front Street at Boot Hill Museum. The museum chronicles the establishment of a rough and rowdy cattle town known as Dodge City. The museum is located on the original site of Boot Hill Cemetery and highlights the glory days as Queen of the Cowtowns with creative, lively, interactive displays and activities the entire family will enjoy. Boot Hill Museum is open all year long where you can belly up to the bar for a cold sarsaparilla, enjoy some of grandma’s homemade fudge in the General Store or take home a lasting memento of your old west experience from the Boot Hill gift shop. During the summer months, children’s activities, gunfight reenactments, country-style dinners and the Long Branch Variety Show provides entertainment like none other! Cool off in the Beatty and Kelley Ice Cream Parlor before you become a character of the past in an Old West Photo. See more..
   
3. 4.5 New Theatre & Restaurant (995 reviews)
   - Love New Theatre Restaurant
   Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Theaters • Dinner Theaters • Theatre & Performances
   
   
   The New Theatre & Restaurant team has been providing high-quality entertainment to the Kansas City area since the 1970s! New Theatre & Restaurant is the largest and most successful theatre restaurant facility in the United States. New Theatre is recognized by The Wall Street Journal as "the best dinner theatre in the country." We produce five shows annually, each running between nine and thirteen weeks. Experience 5-star dining along with stage, film, and TV stars in Broadway comedies and musicals. New Theatre & Restaurant is the perfect place for a date night, mother-daughter outing, or simply an evening out with friends! See more..
   
4. 4.5 Dwight D. Eisenhower Library and Museum (902 reviews)
   - Super Fantastic Place!
   Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Speciality Museums
   
   
   This place is temporarily closed. See more..
   
5. 4.5 The Keeper of the Plains (857 reviews)
   - Be here at sunset for lighting of caldrons
   Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   The Keeper of the Plains stands at the confluence of the Big and Little Arkansas rivers with hands raised in supplication to the Great Spirit. Renowned Kiowa-Comanche artist Blackbear Bosin donated the Keeper of the Plains to the citizens of Wichita on May 18, 1974.Since the sculpture's installation to commemorate the United States Bicentennial, it has become a symbol for the city of Wichita and a tribute to the local American Indian tribes. in 1974. A complete renovation of the sculpture and installation of the Keeper of the Plains Plaza now brings people out each evening to see the Keeper and the "Ring of Fire." The 44-foot Cor-Ten steel Keeper of the Plains statue is now 30 feet higher than before with its new pedestal,surrounded by a plaza which describes the Plains Indian way of life. The Keeper also serves as the focal point of an eight-year, $20 million restoration and river beautification project completed in May 2007. Pedestrians can access the area via two bow-and-arrow-inspired cable-stay bridges which span the Little and Big Arkansas rivers. Fire drums on boulders at the foot of the Keeper dramatically light the night. Plantings of sage, bottlebrush, medicinal herbs, prairie grasses, yuccas and cactus add to the sense of place and time. The area is free and open to the public year-round. See more..
   
6. 4.5 Strataca (852 reviews)
   - Cool fun on a hot day
   Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Mines
   
   
   Travel 650 feet underground into an active salt mine! Experience a cool and soothing subterranean world formed by salt deposits in the Permian Sea long ago. See the raw mine as it was left more than 50 years ago on the Salt Mine Express train ride and catch a guided tour on a tram to the Dark Ride. You won't want to miss a special gallery filled with authentic movie costumes and memorabilia. And don't miss the SALT SAFARI add on tour. A one hour guided adventure tour that goes BEYOND STRATACA. See salt formations not available to the general public until now! Limited capacity -- only 12 visitors at a time depart 3-4 times a day. See more..
   
7. 4.5 Botanica: The Wichita Gardens (749 reviews)
   - An oasis
   Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Gardens
   
   
   Located in Sim Park, this gorgeous patch of cultivated flora offers themed gardens such as the Butterfly Garden, Shakespeare Garden, Rose and Wildflower Garden and the award-winning Sally Stone Sensory Garden, plus special programs for children. See more..
   
8. 4.5 Cosmosphere (686 reviews)
   - Amazing museum and stellar food
   Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums • Science Museums • History Museums
   
   
   The Cosmosphere International SciEd Center & Space Museum is a Smithsonian affiliated museum in Hutchinson, KS. Its collection includes U.S. space artifacts second only to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, and the largest collection of Russian space artifacts outside of Moscow. This unique collection allows the Cosmosphere to tell the story of the Space Race better than any museum in the world while offering fully immersive education experiences that meet the Next Generation Science Standards and introduce students to the power of wondering—asking the critical questions that lead to discovery. The Cosmosphere also features the Carey Digital Dome Theater offering documentary showings daily; experience the night sky in the Justice Planetarium; Dr. Goddard’s Lab, where visitors experience live science demonstrations daily; and featuring CosmoKids, an interactive play area for Young Explorers. See more..
   
9. 4.5 Kansas State Capitol Building (576 reviews)
   - IMPRESSIVE
   Government Buildings
   
   
   Built in 1866, the Capitol building contains magnificent artwork, including murals by native-born artist John Steuart Curry, ornate architectural features and elaborate Senate and House Chambers. See more..
   
10. 4.5 Museum of World Treasures (569 reviews)
    - A true treasure to discover…
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
    
    
    Discover the treasures . . . around the world and through the ages. Where can you explore the crusty bones of long-lost creatures, marvel at Egyptian mummies, uncover the secrets of ancient civilizations, travel to the land of Conquistadors. and enter the battlefields of World Wars? The Museum of World Treasures, with more than 3,000 artifacts on three floors. Discover your inner explorer! See more..
    
11. 4.5 OZ Museum (525 reviews)
    - Dog Friendly
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Speciality Museums
    
    
    So how did it all get started? Well, as Dorothy says, “there’s no place like home”. What words could be more appropriate when describing the dream of a small community that literally built a museum out of a rainbow's notion? It took the brains of a small group of leaders, the heart for what L. Frank Baum began in 1900 as a simple children's book, and the courage to take on the task of constructing a home for over 2,000 artifacts dating from 1900 to present day. See more..
    
12. 4.5 Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens (507 reviews)
    - Top spot in Overland Park
    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Gardens
    
    
    Visited here on a delightful autumn day. The gardens and trails offer plenty of places to stroll or sit quietly. The Monet area was one of my favorites, and there was still plenty of color on a sunny day in October. I hope to visit again when the leaves are full and the flowers at their peak color. See more..
    
13. 4.5 Massachusetts Street (477 reviews)
    - Lively, walkable and enjoyable urban area
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Massachusetts Street is basically the Downtown in Lawrence. It is a lively and beautiful street teeming with a variety of retail businesses. In fact, there are two brewery restaurants well worth the visit. Just one block west is the wonderful library, a modern architectural design not to be missed. Then there is the South Park, a beautiful community park with a lovely garden. The Kansas River Levee trail is not too far from Massachusetts; it is a nice place to walk and enjoy the expansive views of the river if it is not a hot day. All in all, Massachusetts Street is an enjoyable downtown area for leisurely walk, shopping and food. See more..
    
14. 4.5 Old Cowtown Museum (472 reviews)
    - Really a lot of fun
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • History Museums
    
    
    Be transported back in time at this unique, 23 acre open-air history museum that recreates Wichita and Sedgwick County, Kansas from 1865 to 1880. Museum staff dress in period costume and demonstrate everyday activities including, gardening, tending livestock and cooking. Historic Wichita Cowtown Inc. works with the City of Wichita to further the Museum and its mission. Established in 1950, Cowtown's unique programming chronicles Wichita's transformation from a frontier settlement to a cattle town to an agricultural and manufacturing area. The Museum has the distinction of being accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition achievable by a museum. Accreditation recognizes high standards in individual museums and ensures they continue to uphold public trust. Only 3 percent of the nation's estimated 34,144 museums are accredited. See more..
    
15. 4.5 Exploration Place (407 reviews)
    - Exploration Place is part of our family memories
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums • Science Museums
    
    
    Delve into hundreds of interactive exhibits that stimulate the mind and teach about science, and that's only inside the main building. Outside there's a park where visitors can observe Kansas wildlife in a wetlands habitat and dig for archeological treasures inside a giant sandbox. See more..
    
16. 4.5 Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad (386 reviews)
    - For kids who love trains
    Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • Scenic Railroads
    
    
    We are a heritage railroad and museum dedicated to preserving, Educating and Entertainment. Our goal is to bring the history of Railroads and Agriculture in Kansas to those who visit. See more..
    
17. 4.5 Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park (339 reviews)
    - Don’t Miss this Museum
    Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    The Monroe Elementary School, one of the segregated schools involved in the 1954 Supreme Court decision aimed at ending segregation in public schools, is now a National Historical Park commemorating this landmark ruling. See more..
    
18. 4.5 Tanganyika Wildlife Park (322 reviews)
    - Up Close and Persoonal
    Zoos
    
    
    To start, from the moment we walked up to the ticket window and had our first encounter at the park to the workers throughout the park, the staff was very friendly and willing to answer questions. They clearly love what they do and it shows. What really made this park different from any zoo I have ever been to is how close you are able to get with many of the animals. We fed a miniature hippo, rhinoceros, lemurs, lorikeets and a camel. We could have fed llamas, goats, turtles, penguins and others. We also were able to enter the kangaroos’ yard and interact and pet them. What a treat! The grounds were well cared for. It had a splash park which was a welcomed treat for the kids on the hot day. I highly recommend anyone in the Wichita area go and enjoy this delightful place. See more..
    
19. 4.5 Flint Hills Discovery Center (320 reviews)
    - Wonderful Educational Experience in the Heart of the Flint Hills
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Science Museums • Children's Museums
    
    
    The Flint Hills Discovery Center is a dynamic tribute to the last major stand of unbroken tallgrass prairie. This 35,000 square foot must-see attraction includes interactive exhibits highlighting the science, history and culture of the ecoregion from pre-history to present day. An immersive experience theater with panoramic photography and special effects shown on a 120-degree curved screen is the perfect starting point for an exploration of the magnificent Flint Hills of Kansas. See more..
    
20. 4.5 The Legends at Village West (314 reviews)
    - Awesome Shopping
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Shopping Malls
    
    
    Large retail, lodging and entertainment complex features a wide range of tourist venues including Cabela's, Nebraska Furniture Mart, The Great Wolf Lodge and the Community America Ballpark. See more..
    
21. 4.0 Old Town (304 reviews)
    - Something for everyone!
    Neighborhoods
    
    
    From food to drinks to live entertainment, there is something for everyone in old town! Be sure to catch the farmers market every Saturday, in season! See more..
    
22. 4.5 Kansas Speedway (293 reviews)
    - Great First NASCAR Race Experience!
    Saturday: Auto Racing Tracks
    
    
    Had a blast at the Hollywood Casino 400 NASCAR race in September 2022. This was my first NASCAR race in person after years of watching local short-track racing. There isn't a bad seat in the house here. For really only hosting two races a year, the facilities were spotless, and the concessions were spread out and plentiful. I would come back to watch a race here in a heartbeat, however I am kicking myself for not taking advantage of the track's lenient carry-in policy. It's $5 for a bottle of water or soda, $10+ for a burger or chicken tenders, $9+ for a beer, etc. Do yourself a favor and carry in a small cooler with refreshments and a couple sandwiches! See more..
    
23. 4.0 Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center (291 reviews)
    - Great small zoo, especially with reciprocal zoo membership
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Zoos
    
    
    Continuously updating and expanding its exhibits, this small but nationally recognized zoo features nearly 400 animals, a tropical rain forest, children's zoo, carousel and train that circles the park. See more..
    
24. 4.0 AMC DINE-IN Studio 28 (267 reviews)
    - Best Theater
    Movie Theaters
    
    
    At AMC DINE-IN, we've upped the movie going experience by bringing you the best of both worlds – a restaurant and movie theatre rolled into one. Enjoy handcrafted food and drinks with premium sight, sound and seating. Forget about restaurant reservations. Simply order your movie tickets, sit back and enjoy. See more..
    
25. 4.5 Rolling Hills Zoo (259 reviews)
    - If anywhere near - come visit and support this zoo!
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Natural History Museums • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos
    
    
    If you are looking to satisfy your appetite for a wild adventure, Rolling Hills Zoo can provide two unique experiences you won’t soon forget. Settled among the Smoky Hills of central Kansas, this 65-acre zoological park, home to more than 110 species of animals, includes a world-class wildlife museum, all for one single admission price. At the zoo you can get face-to-face with a rare white camel, an Indian rhino or a curious orangutan. Maybe it is a towering giraffe you would like to encounter, a majestic lion, an ornery aardvark or any one of the many other species of wildlife at home at Rolling Hills Zoo. Throughout this beautifully landscaped park great care has been taken to provide the zoo’s animals with special and naturalistic environments. As visitors stroll through the zoo, they are invited to visit with the zookeepers. This dedicated crew is a huge reason why visiting Rolling Hills Zoo is such a unique experience. They are specially trained to enhance the quality of life for the animals, which in turn helps the animals thrive and be extra responsive to zoo visitors. The Rolling Hills Zoo zookeepers know the animals well and are happy to relate their own insights about their distinct personalities. During their visit, guests can enjoy a narrated tram ride through the zoo which stops at key locations in the park so guests can get off and explore on their own. Your journey through the 64,000 square foot museum takes you around the world while experiencing the delicate symmetry between humans, animals and nature in unique regions from the artic to the rainforest. With one of the world’s premier collections of full mount animals, this wildlife museum proudly displays over 200 animal species in naturalistic dioramas covering seven ecosystems. Live waterfalls, diorama sound effects and state-of-the art animatic human robots bring each diorama to life. The museum also features the Helen L. Graves Hideaway Hollow children’s education and exploration center and ... See more..
    
26. 4.5 Gage Park (252 reviews)
    - Attempted to Find Gage Park Fitness Loop
    Parks
    
    
    My wife and I took a half hour or so to walk around Gage Park. We attempted to find the 'fitness loop,' but found no signage identifying the loop. We walked a concrete that went by a cemetery, the front of the zoo, and the rose garden - not sure if that was the 'fitness loop' or not - signage would be helpful. Nonetheless, it was a sunny day that afforded us an opportunity to stretch our legs before continuing our drive on I70. See more..
    
27. 4.5 Monument Rocks (249 reviews)
    - Worth the effort
    Geologic Formations
    
    
    Worth the effort to see these rock formations out in the middle of nowhere. You could spend about 30-45 minutes walking around them and reading their history (see my photos). Please note that you're on private land, so be respectful of the site. The gravel road is not bad, and it's not very crowded. Located a short distance off of I-70 or accessed from the South. Go slowly through the small towns as we got pulled over in Dighton, Kansas. See more..
    
28. 4.5 Lake Shawnee (239 reviews)
    - RV in the Christmas Lights!!
    Saturday: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM Bodies of Water • Playgrounds
    
    
    Perfect spot for winter camping. What a great location. In the winter the RV camping spots are in the middle of the TARC drive through Christmas light show. It was wonderful and not noisy. I enjoyed walking the lights in the evening. It might be a little busier on the weekend, but my Wednesday night stay was excellent. And the price is right!!! Power only in the winter, no restroom or shower but I saw that on the website and was prepared. See more..
    
29. 4.5 Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve (238 reviews)
    - A National Park! FREE!!
    Saturday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM National Parks • Parks
    
    
    Established in 1996, the park aims to preserve what little remains of the once vast American tallgrass prairie. See more..
    
30. 4.5 Kansas Museum of History (237 reviews)
    - Excellent History Museum
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
    
    
    The striking "White Buffalo" sculpture outside offers an inkling of the interesting exhibits inside this museum, including a steam locomotive, a Southern Cheyenne teepee, one of the largest collections of prairie memorabilia in the U.S. and a hands-on children's area. Admission is $10 for adults, and $5 for children aged 2-17. Admission includes admittance to the discovery place. See more..
    
31. 4.5 Sternberg Museum of Natural History (232 reviews)
    - Great museum experience
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Natural History Museums
    
    
    Part of the Fort Hays State University, the museum is dedicated to collecting and preserving plant and animal specimens pertaining to the Great Plains. See more..
    
32. 4.5 Midland Railway (227 reviews)
    - So much fun!
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Rail Services • Historical & Heritage Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Scenic Railroads • Rail Tours
    
    
    We had a great Easter ride!! The egg hunt and visit with the Easter Bunny were so much fun! The boys can't wait for Thomas the Train this summer! See more..
    
33. 4.5 Fort Scott National Historic Site (225 reviews)
    - Another Great National Park
    Historic Sites • Battlefields
    
    
    Excellent place to visit, we took the guided tour & being retired military , they gave me a friendship challenge coin. It was quite warm the day we visited but some of the buildings are air conditioned and during the tour we stopped for cooldown time in them. You can take a self guided tour if you have a smart phone. See more..
    
34. 4.0 Museum at Prairiefire (214 reviews)
    - Best Wedding Venue
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Natural History Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Children's Museums
    
    
    Spend an hour, or the day! This stunning Natural History Museum and regional Landmark is located in the Prairiefire Entertainment District which features a wide array of restaurants and shops, an AMC Movie Theater, Pinstripes Bistro, Bowling & Bocce, REI CO-OP, Home Goods and more! The Museum at Prairiefire engages visitors and students of all ages with world-class exhibitions, edu-taining programs, and provides significant educational and STEAM opportunities for underserved children. Museum at Prairiefire offerings include the Discovery Room for children ages 3-12, events and programming such as Science Happy Hour and Little Explorers Club, stunning artifacts from national and regional collections, T. rex and three amazing Virtual Reality Experiences. Tickets include all exhibits and experiences. Some areas, including entry to the Museum, are FREE. See more..
    
35. 4.5 Moon Marble Company (209 reviews)
    - Little bit of nostalgia
    Saturday: Spent 2-3 hours Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    Find your marbles at the Moon! Shop for marbles, traditional toys & games, and gifts that will remind you of your childhood. See more..
    
36. 4.0 Kansas Aviation Museum (184 reviews)
    - Outstanding museum, gorgeous historic building
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
    
    
    History of the Building A Treasure Trove of History, in a Historic Setting The importance of the Kansas Aviation Museum building to the glory days of Kansas aviation cannot be overstated. Its grand art-deco style appeals both to the aviation community and to anyone interested in historic preservation. The museum houses a world-class collection of historic, significant and one-of-a-kind aircraft and aircraft engines; a huge archive with thousands of records, schematics, books, photos and more; and a wide range of additional aviation memorabilia. It also is home to the Kansas Aviation Hall of Fame – an impressive line-up of aviation heavyweights by any measure: state, national or worldwide. Fulfilling Our Potential Kansas Aviation MuseumApril 23, 2014 Building on this solid base, the museum is tackling its next challenge – to build an aircraft display facility to protect and display its priceless collection of preserved and meticulously restored aircraft, and to transform the interior of the historic terminal building into a center for aviation history, research and education to match its irreplaceable assets and to do justice to Wichita, the Air Capital of the World. Already, dozens of volunteers bring hundreds of years of aviation knowledge and expertise to the museum, painstakingly restoring aircraft or performing countless other tasks to keep the museum operating and improve the experience for visitors. But there’s always a need for more. The Journey Continues In addition, many individuals, organizations and governments have made generous donations to bring the museum to where it is today. Much more is needed, however, to complete the mission. Click here to become a member or to find out how you might contribute to the cause. Meanwhile, please come visit. You’ll be amazed and entertained, and you’ll leave with a much better understanding both of aviation and of Wichita’s vital role in aviation history. See more..
    
37. 4.0 Sunset Zoo (179 reviews)
    - Perfect size zoo for an afternoon with grandkids!
    Saturday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Zoos
    
    
    Visited the zoo with my two young grandchildren. I like the fact that you can easily walk the entire zoo in less than an hour. No waiting lines to see animals that seem very well cared for. I have visited the large city zoos that seem very focused on trying to sell snacks and gifts at every turn. I prefer this quieter, less distracting of an experience. See more..
    
38. 4.5 Kansas Children's Discovery Center (177 reviews)
    - Grandkids love it
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Children's Museums
    
    
    The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is a hands-on children’s museum with a mission to enhance the lives of children and enrich the communities it serves. Since opening in 2011 in Topeka, Kansas, the Discovery Center has become a special place where children can explore, create, discover and learn through play. The museum has hosted visitors from all 50 states and 23 countries. The Discovery Center features 15,000 square feet of indoor exhibits exploring science, careers, art, building and more, special space for babies and toddlers, and a 4.5-acre certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom. Daily programs, field trips, birthday parties and other special events provide additional opportunities for serious fun. Outreach programs bring quality, hands-on experiences into our community to inspire a lifelong love of learning for every child. See more..
    
39. 4.0 Giant Van Gogh Painting (174 reviews)
    - Worth pulling off the highway for!
    Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    You can definitely see it from the highway, but until you stand underneath it you have no concept of how big this painting and easel really are. It's only going to add a few minutes to your trip to pull off and it's definitely worth taking the picture. I look like a gnat in the bottom of this photo. See more..
    
40. 4.5 Fort Larned National Historic Site (173 reviews)
    - Well Worth The Effort
    Saturday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Military Museums • Historic Sites
    
    
    I was so glad I got the brief view that I did as I arrived late. Things were mostly closed already but what I was able to see convinced me that this is well worth visiting. A crew was fixing up one of the building and doing a great jobs of doing it right. See more..
    
41. 4.5 Wichita Art Museum (173 reviews)
    - Great Pop Art
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums
    
    
    Our mission: The Wichita Art Museum brings people, ideas, and American art together to enrich lives and build community. See more..
    
42. 4.0 Great Wolf Lodge (160 reviews)
    - Kid had a blast
    Amusement & Theme Parks
    
    
    We stayed at the beginning of the month and it was a slower time but it made it perfect for the water park. The food was disappointing, pricy for the taste and options. So happy that there are plenty of options close by that we could run down the street for food and head back to the resort. The room was nice only downside was it smelled like wet dog. We got used the smell that it didn’t effect the stay. The carpet floors near the elevators on the 3rd and 4th floor and going towards the magic quest are starting to tear and my senior mom thankfully caught herself before tripping and falling. The staff said they know but made not effort to tape it down or fix it. My 8 year old had so much fun and now wants to do her birthday party there. Wish one was closer to home, so her friends could join. See more..
    
43. 4.0 Santa Fe Trail Tracks (158 reviews)
    - History come to life
    Historic Sites
    
    
    Listed on the National Register of Historic Sites, these wagon wheel rut formations dating from the nineteenth century can be clearly seen today. See more..
    
44. 4.5 Coronado Heights (155 reviews)
    - Coronado Heights... Thoroughly Enjoyed
    Parks
    
    
    So glad we stopped by during a recent visit through Kansas. Had Coronado Heights as a site to visit and it did not disappoint. So impressive as it rises up over the lower topography. Road winds up around the hill, and on top is the "castle" as well as some picnic facilities. This area marks were Coronado was said to have traveled and explored, and while the castle itself is a 1930s WPA creation, it lends to the surrounding unspoiled beauty to give a definite sense of the past. Signage in the building notes dates. The views (as many have noted) are lovely and there are some hiking trails. Traveled with our 2 dogs so it was a nice opportunity to walk them as well. Very accessible. A definite stop if you're in the area. See more..
    
45. 4.0 Oz Winery (155 reviews)
    - Must-do in Wamego!
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards
    
    
    I was so excited to go here after seeing it listed on trip advisor. I am not a big wine connoisseur so I am easy to please. The gal that helped us was fun and bubbly and very knowledgeable. They had so many wines to choose from which made it hard so we ended up buying quite a bit. I just loved how the wines were wizard of oz themed and the labels are so cool. Not sure i will be able to part with the bottles after they are empty. If I am ever in the area I will definitely go back! See more..
    
46. 4.5 Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum (152 reviews)
    - Quick Outside Look
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • History Museums
    
    
    The Amelia Earhart Birthplace is a historic building and museum that was the birthplace of aviator Amelia Earhart. It is located at 223 N. Terrace in Atchison, Kansas, United States. The house was built in 1861 in a Gothic Revival style & is on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River. In 1897 Amelia Earhart was born in the home, which belonged to her maternal grandfather, Alfred Gideon Otis (1827–1912), a former judge, president of the Atchison Savings Bank & leading citizen in Atchison. The Earharts attended nearby Trinity Episcopal Church where Amelia was baptized. The birthplace was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 & is now a museum featuring memorabilia & artifacts about Amelia Earhart. The house served as a private residence until 1984 when a local citizen, Dr. Eugene J. Bribach, contributed $100,000 to the Ninety-Nines to acquire the property. The house was built in 1861 in a Gothic Revival style & is on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River. In 1897 Amelia Earhart was born in the home, which belonged to her maternal grandfather, Alfred Gideon Otis (1827–1912), a former judge, president of the Atchison Savings Bank & leading citizen in Atchison. The Earharts attended nearby Trinity Episcopal Church where Amelia was baptized. The birthplace was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 & is now a museum featuring memorabilia & artifacts about Amelia Earhart. The house served as a private residence until 1984 when a local citizen, Dr. Eugene J. Bribach, contributed $100,000 to the Ninety-Nines to acquire the property. See more..
    
47. 4.5 Overland Park Convention Center (149 reviews)
    - Great, Big Space
    Saturday: Convention Centers
    
    
    Overland Park Convention Center opened in November of 2002 on a 26-acre site in the heart of Overland Park, the largest suburban city in the Kansas City metropolitan area and the second largest city in Kansas. Adorned with over sixty original works of art and equipped with state-of-the-art communications systems, the 254,000 square foot complex features a 60,000 sq. Ft. Exhibit hall that connects to the 25,000 sq. Ft. Edwin C. Eilert Ballroom and 15,000 sq. Ft. Of meeting room space. Natural light radiates throughout the unusually spacious (44,000 sq. Ft.) Pre-function and registration areas. See more..
    
48. 4.0 Louisburg Cider Mill (147 reviews)
    - Donuts and Cider
    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Farms
    
    
    I've only been to the Cider Mill a couple of other times. I think in general when we were coming down to the Powell Observatory. I have missed out on each occasion I was here of seeing them "made the cider." So this is a place to purchase items, although I did notice they have some games in their outdoor area (Corn Hole, and Ring toss), which is a nice addition. Do get the donuts they are good. You can get Apple Cider in local grocery stores but there are other items (country store) that makes this a place to stop (shop) See more..
    
49. 4.5 Garden of Eden (142 reviews)
    - Great place to visit
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    I was really surprised to see how much work this man put into the house and the sculptures throughout the property. He had even put spikes on top of the walls and we were told that locals would come over and sit on the wall and mock him as he was building so he installed the spikes. The guided tour does bring you into the area that holds his glass top coffin, which the glass had cracked so he does not look natural anymore. He also had a zoo and these animals are now stuffed and placed throughout the house. It is worth the entrance price. See more..
    
50. 4.5 Little House on the Prairie Museum (135 reviews)
    - little house on the prairie lovers need to visit this
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites
    
    
    it is only 5 dollars, per adult, and was worth it. my husband wasn't really thrilled about going but he liked it. it has a cabin, post office, schoolhouse and 2 wagons. it was interesting to see how people lived. the house is an office, where you pay and has a gift shop. some of the items for sale, you will recognize, if you are a fan of the show and books. they had a tin cup with a peppermint stick in it.they have a corral with a horse, pony and donkeys and or burros. we enjoyed it. they have big billboards directing you to it. there is even one telling you to turn around, if you missed it. See more..