South Central Kansas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Exploration Place, Wichita, 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. 
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Early for class in a 1870 period school house.
Kansas is known as the sunflower state, and Buhler's Sunflower Festival truly showcases the beauty of Kansas. Plus, the flat landscape means that sunsets are gorgeous here. Festival-goers are kind and often interact with one another - when one girl said, "oh, I love your sunhat, I wish I'd brought one for my pictures," the other girl said, "here, have it!"

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Where to stay in South 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
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Midtown

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

Midtown
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!
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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.

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Riverside

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

Riverside
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport

4 out of 5
2098 Airport Rd Wichita KS
The price is Rp1.868.173 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.868.173
Rp2.175.599 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wichita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,088 reviews)
Clean, quiet, nice mattress.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport
Hotel at Old Town

Hotel at Old Town

2.5 out of 5
830 East First Street North Wichita KS
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.670.724 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.670.724
Rp1.945.658 total
1 Mar - 2 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! (1,007 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hotel at Old Town
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wichita Northeast

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wichita Northeast

3 out of 5
2660 N. Greenwich Ct Wichita KS
The price is Rp1.420.115 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp1.420.115
Rp1.653.809 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wichita. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,174 reviews)
it was a decent stay, nothing above and beyond. It is RIGHT next to the sports forum, so that is the biggest plus.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wichita Northeast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk

WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk

3.5 out of 5
11200 Glenwood St Overland Park KS
Stay at this apartment in Overland Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,104 reviews)
It was clean, comfortable beds, the staff was wonderful

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk
Leavenworth Local Hotel

Leavenworth Local Hotel

2.5 out of 5
600 Shawnee St Leavenworth KS
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Leavenworth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions First City Museum and C.W. Parker ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (366 reviews)
This place a quite unique place to stay. History and some roller skating. Staff was excellent and friendly. Very clean

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Leavenworth Local Hotel
Washburn Hotel Suites

Washburn Hotel Suites

4 out of 5
1635 SW Washburn Ave Topeka KS
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Topeka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mulvane Art Museum and Stormont ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (162 reviews)
Very clean room and had an accessible laundry room in the room

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Washburn Hotel Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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