How to Explore Kansas in the American Midwest π»π¦
Continuing north on I-35, we arrived in Kansas β a state with wide-open spaces, fewer people, and underrated charm! Plus, you canβt miss the famous Kansas City BBQ here. π π First Stop: Kansas Travel Information Center A small gift shop with local souvenirs Free sunflower seeds to take home! π» ποΈ Wichita β The Largest City in Kansas Museum of World Treasures: From dinosaur fossils to ancient artifacts β great for families! π¦ The Keeper of the Plains: A powerful Native American statue at the riverβs edge, especially stunning at sunset. Botanica Wichita: A lush botanical garden with themed areas and a charming carousel. π¦ β³ If You Have More Time in Wichita: Tanganyika Wildlife Park π¦ Strataca Underground Salt Museum βοΈ Cosmosphere Space Museum π πΎ On the Way to Kansas City: Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve: One of the last remaining stretches of native tallgrass prairie β perfect for hiking and bison spotting! Sunflower Fields: Visit in late summer for golden seas of sunflowers. We went to 5950 SE Croco Rd, Berryton. Also try Grinter Farms or Sunflower Patch! π» Kansas State Capitol (Topeka): Stunning dome and famous John Brown murals. University of Kansas (Lawrence): A quick campus stop for Jayhawks basketball vibes! π ποΈ Final Stop: Kansas City (Kansas Side) Kaw Point Park: Where the Kansas River meets the Missouri River β a scenic and historic spot. BBQ at Joeβs KC: A must-try! Their ribs and burnt ends are legendary. π€€ #Kansas #TravelKansas #MidwestAdventures #SunflowerFields #KansasCityBBQ #RoadTripUSA #Wichita #HiddenGems
