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Best Places in Wichita, Kansas
27 items
By
Jennifer Larsen
I've lived in Wichita for almost 20 years, and these are the places that are nearest and dearest to me. Enjoy!
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
Great for a Wichita family day out.
O J Watson Park
An excellent place to spend your Saturday morning. Dog friendly!
Old Town Farm & Art Market
Love spending Sunday afternoons here.
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens
The most iconic spot in Wichita, with lots to see, learn and experience as you walk along the Arkansas River.
The Keeper of the Plains
Restaurants
One of my absolute favorite places to eat in town, located in College Hill.
Ziggy's Pizza
I do not exagerate when I say they have the best Smashburger in town. Same with their Buffalo Mac.
Tor Brewing
Best margartia and white queso in town. Also, if you go on a Friday or Saturday night there is usually a DJ or live music.
Margaritas Cantina | Wichita, KS
Small spot, but delicious cuisine!
FioRito Ristorante
Absolute best hummus in the state of Kansas.
Meddys
Other Food & Drinks
How can it get better than shopping for plants while you sip a delicious locally-roasted coffee or hand-crafted cocktail?
GROW Plant Bar| Botanic- Coffee & Cocktails Lounge
Fun atmostphere, great place to hang out with the locals.
Hopping Gnome Brewing Company
Great place to shop, then sit down and sip with your friends or even hold that Friday afternoon meeting. ;) There's also a plant store inside too!
Bubbles, a champagne bar, to open at Eaton Place downtown
Not a bad thing on the menu, and all of their brews are crisp, delicious, and true to type.
Wichita Brewing Company | Brewery & Craft Beers | WBC Brew Pub
I've never seen icecream sundaes like these before, but they're great to share!
Papa's Ice Cream & Treats
The best soup and sandwiches in town. They also have wine. ;)
Tanya's Soup Kitchen
Literally any kind of sweet treat you can think of, this place has it and it's phenomenal.
Nifty Nut House
Arts & Entertainment
So much to do and see, and a fantastic venue as well.
Exploration Place
A wonderful place to spend a weekend afternoon with the family.
Wichita Art Museum
Every show I've ever seen at WAVE has been a great time, whether it's inside or outside.
WAVE
Great way to spend a Wichita evening with the family.
Mosley Street Melodrama
These games are always so much fun. My teenage boys love to spend the afternoon or evening at the ballpark with us.
Riverfront Stadium
If you love playing pinball, skeeball, or any other kind of arcade game, this is your spot. They also have pizza, beer, and cocktails.
The Arcade
This zoo is absolutely gorgeous and well-cared-for. It never disappoints.
Sedgwick County Zoo
Local Favorites
You can find me here many a Friday afternoon.
Urban Nails
In the heart of downtown, this is a great spot to get your hair done. Jennifer and Rachel both do a phenomenal job.
Colour t-Hair-apy Salon & Oxygen Bar
The BEST place to find local Wichita gifts, coffees, homemade items, and a nice glass of champagne. ;)
The Workroom
Grab a cup of coffee or even a sandwich and shop for your next page-turner in this cozy local shop.
Watermark Books & Cafe
