Best Places to Visit in Kansas
Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Kansas with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Kansas sites or check out the sites in another state.
You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Kansas that have become local favorites easily with our site.
We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Kansas whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Allen House
Wichita, KS
Commissioned in 1916 and completed in 1918, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Allen House is named after its first owners, newspaper publisher Henry Allen and his wife, Elsie. The home features more than 30 pieces of Wright-designed furniture, all of its original art glass and several new-for-their-time innovations, such as wall-hung water closets and an attached garage. Restored back to 1918, the house exemplifies Frank Lloyd Wright’s philosophy of living in harmony with nature.
Kansas Museum of History
Topeka, KS
This award-winning museum tells the story of the people of Kansas. See the Santa Fe’s oldest surviving locomotive, No. 132, from 1880. A. K. Longren’s 1914 version of the plane in which he made the first successful flight of a Kansas-built plane in 1911. Named one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas History. Shop the Museum Store for Kansas gifts.
Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resorts
Kansas City, KS
Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resorts is a family-owned and operated business that claims to have been a leader in family water entertainment since 1979. The resort also offers a great family spring break in hill country style.
Great Overland Station
Topeka, KS
The Great Overland Station, is a tremendous asset to Topeka and the State of Kansas. This elegant building, its contents and the surrounding site is a showcase for future generations and will help to transform the community into a magnet for visitors from across the state and nation who are looking for adventure. The Great Overland Station bring the past to life, create a community gathering place, enhance economic development, encourage young people to stay in Topeka, stimulate the local economy, improve quality of life, put Kansas’ inexhaustible collection of treasures on display and promote a positive image of the community and state throughout the nation.
Sedgwick County Zoo
Wichita, KS
The Sedgwick County Zoo is home to 3,000 individual animals of nearly 400 species. These residents are grouped geographically and in settings that duplicate their natural habitats. The mission of the Zoo is to inspire discovery, appreciation, and respect for animals and nature. Sedgwick County Zoo has been recognized with national and international awards for its support of field conservation programs and successful breeding of rare and endangered species.
Antioch Park
Merriam, KS
Antioch Park is Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s oldest park. Purchased in 1956 and opened in 1958, the park was rededicated in 2005 following infrastructure improvements, facility upgrades and lake and wetland enhancements. The forty four acre park features new or updated amenities such as two fishing lakes, walking path, tennis courts, picnic shelters, basketball courts, restrooms, playground, paved parking, and cook out grills. Antioch Park has remained one of JCPRD’s most popular parks, attracting up to 700,000 visitors each year.
Kaw Point
Kansas City, KS
Kaw Point has a great view of downtown, but the Point itself remains in a natural state with beautiful wooded trails, wildflowers, and wildlife. The park has access to highways, the Lewis and Clark Heritage Trail, and two great rivers. This accessible park has an infrastructure to support a large number of visitors, and has an outdoor amphitheater equipped with electricity for performing arts and special events.
Great Wolf Lodge
Kansas City, KS
Great Wolf Lodge claims to be a year-round family resort that features more than 38,000 square feet of water-packed fun. Great Wolf Lodge is also well-known for featuring North America’s largest family of indoor waterpark resorts.
Kansas Underground Salt Museum
Hutchinson, KS
Kansas Undergroud Salt Museum offers world class adventure 650 feet below the earth’s surface. The museum also offers guided tour through the different galleries, including the Underground Vaults and Storage exhibit.
