Downtown Lawrence Travel Guide

Lawrence

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A cityscape at night with a prominent cathedral, a bridge, and a stadium.
A sunset with a silhouette of a tower against a sky with orange and red hues.
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Stay near popular Downtown Lawrence attractions

Lawrence Arts Center

8.6/10 (93 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Lawrence Arts Center during your stay in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
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Things to do

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Lawrence

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Lawrence

Rp203.267
per adult
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Lawrence
An EpicUniversity Hunt: Soaring and Strolling Around Lawrence

An EpicUniversity Hunt: Soaring and Strolling Around Lawrence

Rp267.706
per adult
An EpicUniversity Hunt: Soaring and Strolling Around Lawrence
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Top hotels in Downtown Lawrence

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence

3 out of 5
1 Riverfront Plz Lawrence KS
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (794 reviews)
"This was the worst hotel experience we’ve ever had. The main spaces had no air conditioning, the pool was shut down for maintenance, and the entire place smelled musty and damp. It was dark and dingy and overall a miserable experience."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

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Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence
TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

3 out of 5
900 New Hampshire Street Lawrence KS
The price is Rp2.330.772 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp2.330.772
Rp2.735.134 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (609 reviews)
"everything was fine. no problems"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

3 out of 5
2176 East 23rd St Lawrence KS
The price is Rp1.999.586 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp1.999.586
Rp2.346.310 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence
StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
6101 Rock Chalk Dr Lawrence KS
The price is Rp2.097.695 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp2.097.695
Rp2.461.765 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
1200 Oread Ave Lawrence KS
The price is Rp2.652.021 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.652.021
Rp3.138.667 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here twice visiting Lawrence. Really nice hotel. You can get rooms overlooking the stadium too, which is kinda fun. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Tru by Hilton Lawrence

Tru by Hilton Lawrence

2.5 out of 5
510 Wakarusa Drive Lawrence KS
The price is Rp1.540.839 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp1.540.839
Rp1.823.582 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (795 reviews)
"This is a great hotel in close proximity to many restaurants, baseball fields. We were to see World Cup soccer and it seems the hotel was understaffed for the international event. The staff working were helpful- doing their best with limited resources. I think management should have better anticipated ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Tru by Hilton Lawrence
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Where to stay in Downtown Lawrence

Find the best Downtown Lawrence areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The University of Kansas building with a central entrance, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

Oread

While visiting Oread, you might make a stop by sights like South Park Wading Pool and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit.

East Lawrence

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Lawrence and surrounding area, you can visit Lawrence Arts Center and South Park Wading Pool.

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Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills might not have many top sights, but Lied Center of Kansas and Allen Fieldhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, surrounded by lush green hills and a clear sky.

Brook Creek

Brook Creek might not have many top sights, but Hobbs Park Memorial and Theatre Lawrence are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North Lawrence

While North Lawrence may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lawrence Arts Center and Hobbs Park Memorial.

Downtown Lawrence Travel Guide