Central Kansas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Distant tornado-producing thunderstorm in central Kansas.
Distant tornado-producing thunderstorm in central Kansas.
Exploration Place, Wichita, Kansas.
The Keeper of the Plains is a 44-foot tall steel sculpture standing at the point where the Big and Little Arkansas rivers join together in downtown Wichita. This land between the two rivers is sacred ground to the Native American people and is also home to the Mid-America All-Indian Center. The Indian Warrior sculpture was created by Wichitan and Native American artist Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980). Come in time for the sunsets to enjoy the view along the eastern shore of the Arkansas River. #Wichita #Kansas #Sunset #Reflections
Early for class in a 1870 period school house.

Where to stay in Central Kansas

Elevated cityscape at night

Downtown Wichita

4/5(1 area review)

Downtown Wichita is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Orpheum Theater and Century II Convention Center while you're in town.

Downtown Wichita
Afternoon view of historic buildings in Old Town Wichita Kansas, USA.

Old Town Wichita

Bars, historical sites and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Wichita. Make a stop by Museum of World Treasures or Mosley Street Melodrama while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Town Wichita
This beautiful Science Museum offers exhibits, films, live shows, & hands-on science & discovery programs for kids and adults. If you are in Wichita, give it a try! #Kansas #Wichita #Travel #Architecture #Reflections #BVSBlue #culture #Trovember

Delano

If you're spending some time in Delano, Exploration Place and Equity Bank Park are top sights worth seeing.

Delano
Aerial View of Wichita State University during Summer Break

College Hill

When in College Hill, you can plan a visit to Crown Uptown Theatre and Museum of World Treasures, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

College Hill
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Midtown

Midtown might not have many top sights, but Murdock Theater and Keeper of the Plains are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Midtown
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Riverside

While visiting Riverside, you might make a stop by sights like Botanica - Wichita Gardens and Old Cowtown Museum.

Riverside
Hotel at Old Town

Hotel at Old Town

2.5 out of 5
830 East First Street North Wichita KS
The price is 2.595.186 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
2.595.186 ₫
3.022.250 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wichita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
Top rated Experience

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hotel at Old Town
Hampton Inn & Suites I-35/Mulvane

Hampton Inn & Suites I-35/Mulvane

2.5 out of 5
785 Kansas Star Drive Peck KS
The price is 2.450.485 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
2.450.485 ₫
2.854.815 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Peck. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,098 reviews)
Nice hotel, right off the highway which makes it easy to access other locations and surrounding cities. Comfortable, clean rooms, great atmosphere, many food and drink choices and casino game choices. Fresh, delicious, breakfast, with a very inviting seating area. Stocked snack shop for purchases, ...

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites I-35/Mulvane
Comfort Inn & Suites Hutchinson

Comfort Inn & Suites Hutchinson

2.5 out of 5
1601 Super Plaza Avenue Hutchinson KS
The price is 2.094.499 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
2.094.499 ₫
2.427.018 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hutchinson. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (962 reviews)
Clean property, great beds, nice pool, good breakfast.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Hutchinson
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Snow Goose Lodge at Gamekeeper's Marsh

Snow Goose Lodge at Gamekeeper's Marsh

3 out of 5
250 Xavier Rd Jamestown KS
Stay at this cabin in Jamestown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Sportsmans Lake and Jamestown Wildlife Area ...
Snow Goose Lodge at Gamekeeper's Marsh
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Popular places to visit

Portrait of an African lion

Sedgwick County Zoo

Why not meet the animals who live at Sedgwick County Zoo during your travels in Wichita? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Sedgwick County Zoo
In Wichita Kansas there is the Botanica Gardens that has a great Butterfly house, and if you get there when it first opens you have it all to yourself! #colorful

Botanica - Wichita Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Botanica - Wichita Gardens, a lovely green space in Wichita. Take in the museums in this family-friendly area.

Botanica - Wichita Gardens
Old Train near Railroad station

Old Cowtown Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Old Cowtown Museum during your trip to Wichita. Take in the museums in this family-friendly area.

Old Cowtown Museum

Wichita State University

Explore the campus of Wichita State University during your trip to Wichita. Experience the museums and festivals in this family-friendly area.

Wichita State University

INTRUST Bank Arena

Catch an event at INTRUST Bank Arena during your trip to Wichita. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

INTRUST Bank Arena

McConnell Air Force Base

After visiting McConnell Air Force Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wichita. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

McConnell Air Force Base

Cities near Central Kansas

Old and New Wind Turbine on a Wind Farm

Salina

United States, Kansas, Abilene. The Eisenhower Library.

Abilene

Sunny view of the bell tower of Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Alva

Aerial View of Downtown Hutchinson, Kansas in Summer

Hutchinson