11 Underrated Kansas Attractions We'd Never Sweep Under The Rug
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When’s the last time you’ve gone on a Kansas road trip to one of our great attractions? There are so many attractions here that its no wonder some get swept under the rug every now and then, but these underrated Kansas attractions are the best. Even if they’re not the most popular, they can be some of the best Kansas memories you make. Come check out what you need to add to your bucket list!
Did you know this legendary daredevil has his own museum in Topeka? You can enjoy a virtual reality jump, pieces of his life history, and more.
This beautiful discovery center tells us all about the Flint Hills, through exhibits, a trail, and a theater.
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This preserved fort operated from 1859 to 1878, and has been kept in great condition to preserve our history. You can tour these buildings or visit during one of their reenactments.
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This odd art installation all started when a man was told to "pick his trucks up off the lawn" and well, he definitely did! To stick it to the man, he created Truckhenge, this art installation that's been well loved by occasional visitors for years.
If you've ever wanted to see some of the things that Buffalo Bill got up to during his lifetime, as well as some travel information and a gift shop full of Kansas gifts.
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The world's largest hand-dug well sits in Greensburg, Kansas, and even though the tornado that wiped out the town tried its hardest, it couldn't break this giant well. Since then, they've rebuilt a visitors center style museum that tells the history of the town, the tornado, and this giant well.
Speaking of giant things, Big Brutus used to be the largest Bucyrus-Erie model 1850-B electric shovel in the 60s and 70s, and it now sits here in the center of a museum, making you feel very, very small.
You may not know, but Kansas is home to the hall of fame for winning Greyhounds all over. Even if you haven't seen a greyhound race before, you can respect the history of the practice even though it doesn't often happen anymore.
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Though you might not think barbed wire could be interesting, this museum makes sure you can see the evolution and use of different types of barbed wire.
This toilet-shaped restroom with a toilet paper path is not only a stop, but the #2 ranked restroom in the whole country. It's covered in mosaics of all sorts of objects and colors, and beautiful to look at from any angle.
This odd memorial might be a little bit more than you're used to seeing in cemeteries, but Mr. Davis loved his wife so much he made a memorial of their life together.
If you’d prefer your Kansas attractions on the natural side, you should check out this stunning scenic drive.
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