Wichita Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Visit the largest city in Kansas to explore its many museums and walk or cycle along riverside trails.  

Learn about life in the plains of MIdwestern America by exploring Wichita’s museums, or enjoy a day shopping and dining in the city’s stylish Old Town area. Those who love the outdoors can spend their time in the many parks and on the walking or cycling paths that run along the Arkansas River.  

Wichita was founded in 1863 and is most famous for the role it has played in the development of the aviation industry. At one stage it was known as the “Air Capital of the World” and many aviation companies, such as Boeing, still have headquarters here today. 

Find out more about Wichita’s place in the aeronautical world at the Kansas Aviation Museum. This is one of the city’s many fine museums and galleries, which can mostly be found along the waterfront or in the Old Town district. Visit the Wichita Art Museum, which holds nearly 7,000 works of art including paintings, pottery and sculptures by mainly American artists. The Mid-America All Indian Centre gives you a taste of pre-European life in the area while the Sedgwick County Historical Museum and the Great Plains Transportation Museum cover the city’s history in detail.  

Take a boat ride along the Arkansas River in the summer and enjoy some relief from the heat. Winters, which are usually cold but dry, are a great time to take a stroll or cycle along the paths that run adjacent to the river.  

Explore over 4,400 acres (1,620 hectares) of Wichita’s parkland. One of the most popular spots is Botanica, which features 25 themed gardens including a butterfly garden and a sensory garden.

If you’re looking for ways to keep the children happy, go to the Sedgwick County Zoo to see more than 3,000 animals or head to the Exploration Place science centre.  

Driving is the best way to get around in Wichita, although there is a public bus service with stops near most of the major sights. Hit the highway and follow the Arkansas River out of town to explore the beautiful prairies and woodlands surrounding Wichita.

Where to stay in Wichita

Wichita showing a sunset and a bridge

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.

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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.

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Delano

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

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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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Sunflower

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sunflower and surrounding area, you can visit Old Cowtown Museum and Towne West Square.

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South

If you're spending some time in South, Arkansas River and Chapin Dog Park are top sights worth seeing.

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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 ₹6,868 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹6,868
₹7,998 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Wichita. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,087 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wichita Northeast
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport

4 out of 5
2098 Airport Rd, Wichita, KS
The price is ₹8,547 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹8,547
₹9,954 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wichita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"I really enjoyed the shower pressure, and this is probably the first hotel I've been too in all of my travel that gives you a warm cookie upon arrival. I thought it was a nice touch!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport
Wyndham Garden Wichita Downtown

Wyndham Garden Wichita Downtown

3 out of 5
221 E Kellogg St, Wichita, KS
The price is ₹6,063 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹6,063
₹7,061 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Wichita. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
5.4/10 (1,076 reviews)
Good price
"Hotel is older but remodeled just there for one night would stay again good for the price"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Wyndham Garden Wichita Downtown
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 3.5-star apartment in Overland Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk
Silver Spur Vintage Inn & Suites

Silver Spur Vintage Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1510 W Wyatt Earp Blvd, Dodge City, KS
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Dodge City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (207 reviews)
"The property manager was a joy to work with; very responsive. Room was very clean."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Silver Spur Vintage Inn & Suites
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions First City Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (319 reviews)
"This is the best hotel choice in Leavenworth! Clean, cool, pet friendly, good price, comfortable room and space, nice employees. The bathroom was beauitful, the bed and kitchen comfy and usable, the available coffee very handy. If you must stay at a hotel with the "free" breakfast (for almost twice ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Leavenworth Local Hotel
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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Reviews of Wichita

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I quiet laid back American city, where nothing seems rushed, and everyone was welcoming.

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