Vast Beauty in the Heart of the USA

Kansas provides a slice of classic America, with rugged cowboy culture and sweeping prairies stretching to the horizon. Explore these wide-open landscapes at your own pace, stopping by the lonely monument near Lebanon that marks the geographic center of the contiguous United States. Along the way, chat with friendly locals in colorful cities and small towns.

Rich histories

See museums, art galleries and heritage sites dedicated to Kansas’ Native American tribes.

Eclectic towns

From artsy Lucas to Scandinavian Lindsborg, you’ll find plenty of unique locales.

Food to remember

Don’t miss Kansas City-style barbecue, famed beef steaks and creative craft brews.

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Scenic Stops

  • Find some of the USA’s best landscapes for birdwatching along this tranquil route.

  • This town celebrates its Scandinavian heritage with Swedish festivals, cafes and gift shops.

  • Drive across one of Route 66’s last Marsh Arch bridges between Riverton and Baxter Springs.

Cultural Treasures

  • This Wichita museum preserves art and cultural objects of the USA’s Indigenous peoples.

  • See interactive exhibits and a replica of the famed pilot’s plane in her hometown, Atchison.

  • See preserved buildings from the heyday of the Chisholm Trail at this open-air Wichita museum.

Experiences

Cars on the Route in Galena, Kansas Credit: Kansas Tourism

Can’t-Miss Route 66 Stops in Kansas

Find nostalgic stops along the Mother Road in Galena, Riverton and Baxter Springs.

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South Central Brewery in Wichita, Kansas Credit: Kansas Tourism

Kansas Craft Beverages Tour

Go on a tasting tour of Kansas’ craft breweries and award-winning wineries.

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Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park near Oakley, Kansas Credit: Kansas Tourism

Beautiful Sights in the Kansas Badlands

Venture to the western edge of the state to hike majestic cliffs and rock formations.

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Blue River Rail Trail near Marysville, Kansas Credit: Kansas Tourism

Cycling Across Kansas

Prime spots for sightseeing on two wheels include state parks and rail trails.

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Maxwell Wildlife Refuge near Canton, Kansas Credit: Travel Kansas

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