Attractions in Wichita, Kansas

Amusements

All Star Adventures (East) 316-682-3700
1010 North Webb Road, Wichita, KS 67206
Wichita's only amusement park features rides, batting cages, go-karts, miniature golf, a driving range, bumper cars, arcade and redemption games, Bowlingo bowling, and... more info
All Star Sports (West) 316-722-7529
8333 West 21st North, Wichita, KS 67205
All Star Sports in Wichita West features rides, batting cages, go-karts, miniature golf, a driving range, bumper cars, arcade and redemption games, Bowlingo bowling, and... more info
Gypsum Hills Scenic Byway 620-886-3553
Hwy 160 W, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104
Drive glorious Gypsum Hils to the High Plains, Hwy 160, Medicine Lodge to Coldwater. more info
Laser Quest 316-652-9500
2120 North Woodlawn, Wichita, KS 67208
Reservations are always recommended for Laser Quest, a family entertainment venue that combines the classic games of hide-and-seek and tag with a high tech twist. The... more info
Let's Paint 316-239-1142
2110 North Maize Road, Suite 500, Wichita, KS 67212
A locally owned and operated art center providing fun and entertainment to the Wichita area. more info map
Pure Entertainment 316-440-4740
8545 West Irving Street, Wichita, KS 67209
Over 15,000 square feet of inflatables, including wall-to-wall inflatable slides, jumps and obstacle courses, in over 150 styles are rotated each week at Pure... more info
Rock River Rapids 316-788-POOL (Summer Info)
1900 East James Street, Derby, KS 67037
Derby Aquatic Park
Open from Memorial Day to mid-August, Rock River Rapids features a 600-foot long lazy river, slides, a lap pool, an aqua climb, diving boards, a themed playstructure,... more info

Historic Homes & Buildings

Flank Lloyd Wright's Allen-Lambe House 316-687-1027
255 North Roosevelt, Wichita, KS 67208
Considered the last of the Prairie Houses, the Henry J. Allen House was designed in 1915, by Frank Lloyd Wright for Henry J. and Elsie Allen. Guided tours are available... more info map

Libraries & Research Centers

Conway Springs City Library 620-456-2859
210 West Spring Avenue, Conway Springs, KS 67031
The Conway Springs City Library is normally open on Mondays and Thursdays 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesdays and... more info
Park City Public Library 316-744-6318
2107 East 61st Street North, Park City, KS 67219
The Park City Public Library is normally open on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday through Friday until 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to... more info
Wichita Public Library - Central Location 316-261-8500
223 South Main, Wichita, KS 67202
Wichita Public Library's central location is normally open Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., until 5:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00... more info map

Museums & Galleries

Augusta Historical Museum 316-775-5655
303 State Street, Augusta, KS 67010
Located in Historic Downtown Augusta
Owned and operated by the Augusta Historical Society, the Augusta Historical Museum features rotating exhibits that cover time eras from the pre-1800's through the... more info
Gallery XII 316-267-5915
412 East Douglas, Suite A, Wichita, KS 67202
Wichita’s first cooperative gallery, this fine arts gallery exhibits original art in such media as paintings, printmaking, photography, drawings, pastels, fiber art,... more info map
Great Plains Transportation Museum 316-263-0944
700 East Douglas, Wichita, KS 67202
Santa Fe steam locomotive #3768 and Santa Fe FP45 diesel #93 are just some of what is on display at the Great Plains Transportation Museum, "dedicated to recording and... more info map
Kansas African American Museum 316-262-7651
601 North Water Street, Wichita, KS 67203
Located in Wichita's Museum District
Dedicated to bridging the gap of understanding between cultures, the Kansas African American Museum is housed in the circa 1917 Calvary Baptist Church building, which is... more info map
Kansas Aviation Museum 316-683-9242
3350 South George Washington Boulevard, Wichita, KS 67210
With a focus on aircraft education and memorabilia with a Kansas connection, the Kansas Aviation Museum includes 40 historically significant aircraft, including a Beech... more info map
Kansas Firefighters Museum 316-264-5990
1300 South Broadway, Wichita, KS 67211
Kansas' official state firefighters' museum is housed in the historic Engine House No. 6, which is listed on the Kansas and National Registers of Historic Places. Items... more info map
Kansas Museum of Military History 316-775-1425
135 South Highway 77, Augusta, KS 67010
The Kansas Museum of Military History is home to over 10,000 permanent displays and articles, including planes, tanks, trucks, jeeps and helicopters. It is open April... more info
Kansas Sports Hall of Fame 316-262-2038
515 South Wichita Street, Wichita, KS 67202
Headquartered in the historic Wichita Boathouse in downtown Wichita, the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame preserves the state's sports history of great teams, athletes,... more info
Lowell D. Holmes Museum of Anthropology 316-978-7068
1845 Fairmount, Wichita, KS 67260
Wichita State University Campus
Open to the public Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Lowell D. Holmes Museum of Anthropology is located on the first floor of Neff Hall. Its two... more info
Mid-America All-Indian Center 316-350-3340
650 North Seneca, Wichita, KS 67203
The Mid-America All-Indian Center is a multi-purpose facility that serves as a cultural center and museum dedicated to educating people about and preserving the heritage... more info map
Museum of World Treasures 316-263-1311
835 East 1st Street, Wichita, KS 67202
Located in the Old Town District of Wichita
More than 3,000 certified finds are found throughout three floors of the Museum of World Treasures, home to Ivan the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Logan the Tylosaurus, treasures... more info map
Old Cowtown Museum 316-219-1871
1865 West Museum Boulevard, Wichita, KS 67203
Through living history, educational programs and historic re-enactments, experience life in the 1870's at this living history museum. Try a wagon ride, hear the ring of... more info map
Sagebrush Gallery of Western Art 620-886-5163
115 East Kansas, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104
Earl Kugn's working studio/gallery. more info map
Ulrich Museum of Art 316-978-3664
1845 Fairmount Street, Wichita, KS 67260
The Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University is accredited by the American Association of Museums in Washington, D.C., one of only 12 accredited museums in... more info map
Wichita Art Museum 316-268-4921
1400 West Museum Boulevard, Wichita, KS 67203
The largest art museum in Kansas, the Wichita Art Museum houses one of the country’s finest collections of American art. Spanning three centuries, masterpieces by... more info map
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum 316-265-9314
204 South Main Street, Wichita, KS 67202
Housed in Wichita’s original City Hall, "the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum’s mission is to educate the community and its visitors about local history by... more info map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Botanica, The Wichita Gardens 316-264-0448
701 Amidon Street, Wichita, KS 67203
Open year-round, Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Botanica features over nine acres of breathtaking gardenscaping that includes over 3,600 species of... more info map
Eagle Valley Raptor Center 316-393-0710
927 North 343rd Street West, Wichita, KS 67025
Eagle Valley Raptor Center specializes in native Kansas birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, owls, kites, flacons and vultures. Personal guided tours are available. more info
Great Plains Nature Center 316-683-5499
6232 East 29th Street North, Wichita, KS 67220
Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Great Plains Nature Center serves as an educator to the public of the natural resources, especially the... more info map
Kansas Wildlife Exhibit 316-683-5499
700 Nims, Wichita, KS 67203
Located in Central Riverside Park
The Kansas Wildlife Exhibit contains over 25 different species of native mammals, reptiles and birds in eight cages which have a modern, naturalistic design that ensures... more info map
Sedgwick County Zoo 316-660-WILD (9453)
5555 Zoo Boulevard, Wichita, KS 67212
"The #1 outdoor family tourist attraction in Kansas," Sedgwick County Zoo is home to more than 2,500 animals representing almost 400 different species. more info map
Tanganyika Wildlife Park 316-794-8954
1000 South Hawkins Lane, Goddard, KS 67052
A fun family park where you can view hundreds of animals, many of which you can directly interact. This is also a great place for special events, such as birthday... more info

Science & Technology

Exploration Place 316-660-0600
300 North McLean Boulevard, Wichita, KS 67203
Downtown Wichita’s Museums on the River District
Kansas’ premier science center, Exploration Place features four hands-on exhibit areas designed for all ages that focus on flight, Kansas, medieval life in a... more info map
Lake Afton Public Observatory 316-978-3191
25000 West 39th South, Goddard, KS 67052
Located Just 20 Miles from Downtown Wichita
View a brilliant night sky from the Lake Afton Observatory telescope. You will be able to see the wonders of the universe and the museum features interactive astronomy... more info
Lake Afton Public Observatory 316-WSU-STAR (978-7827)
MacArthur Rd. (39th St. South) & 247th St. West, Wichita, KS 67260
Lake Afton County Park
Operated by Wichita State University's Fairmount Center for Science & Mathematics Education, the Lake Afton Public Observatory features a 16-inch telescope and a museum... more info

Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Wyldewood Cellars Tasting Room 316-686-9463
7130 West Maple Street. #250, Wichita, KS 67209
Mapleridge Center
Wyldewood Cellars is a family owned Kansas winery that is internationally known for its award-winning elderberry wine. Wyldewood Cellars produces over 40 different... more info

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