Discover places to go in Kansas using this category, including itineraries for city visits, tips for kid-friendly destinations and Kansas restaurants to try. Learn about Kansas cities like Wichita and the Kansas side of Kansas City.
Having explored several neighborhoods and communities of greater Kansas City, few have left an impression as much as Strawberry Hill. It may be its part-tragic, part-resilient nature. It may be its memorable name. Maybe it’s the barbecue. Whatever it is, you’ll want to plan a day to explore Strawberry Hill in Kansas City, Kansas. Disclosure: …
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Somewhere in rural Kansas is Lucas. The strangely wonderful Lucas. Because I love weird and beautiful stuff equally, I immediately fell for this town. And if you love the idea of visiting a place that will make you say “Whoa” as well as ‘Why?” you’re going to join the Lucas fan club too. Disclosure: I …
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Abilene, Kansas has its place in America’s Old West history: It’s the end of the Chisholm Trail, that led cattle from Texas to Kansas for years. It’s funny how the end of the trail was the start of diving into Kansas’s cowboy history for me, but here we are. Let’s check out Abilene and the …
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“You’re going to Hiawatha? You’ve got to stop at the cemetery!” I overheard my boss exclaim this and I had to eavesdrop because WUT? Apparently, some bitter farmer built a unsightly memorial for his wife just to spite the small Kansas town. That sounded intriguing enough and so begins all good road trip stories: I …
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You may not be wearing ruby slippers, but click your heels and wish to be in Kansas. The state is home to great history, traditions, and culture. Whether you’re a western fan, enjoy impressive art, or prefer to spend time in nature, you’ll find it in Kansas. While there, check out some of the charming …
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As someone who’s lived in Kansas City for nearly 20 years, I love getting in the car and driving to see what I find. Day trips are the perfect way to get out and still sleep in your own bed. (Here are some options for those of you in Iowa or Nebraska.) I feel like …
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