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Leavenworth is the largest city in and the county seat of Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 35,251. Located on the west bank of the Missouri River 25 mi (40 km) northwest of Kansas City, Missouri, it is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Restaurants in Leavenworth
1. Queen's Pantry Teas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Our goal has always been to provide quality, familiar British products to our community. We are proud to offer one of the Midwest's largest selections of British foods, gifts and teas. We carry more than 170 blends of loose leaf tea and a large selection of bagged teas. Along side our teas, we carry a comprehensive selection of tea accessories and necessities. We enjoy sharing tea and tea knowledge with everyone from beginners to life-long tea drinkers.
Reviewed By Lee1657 - Saint Joseph, United States
The shop itself has a large selection of teas and food items, and so many cute accessories! The staff was VERY friendly and knowledgeable and VERY accommodating. Will definitely visit here again!
2. Ft Leavenworth Army Installation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By KA505 - Midlothian, United States
On a recent business trip to the oldest active United States Army post and oldest permanent settlement in Kansas, I had the opportunity to explore the installation and see the historical architecture, the old military Disciplinary Barracks complex, and the tribute to the African-American soldiers of the U.S 10th Cavalry Regiments of the United States Army. As I explored the installation and realizing it was built in 1827, it was easy to imagine what life on the Fort must have been like during the tumultuous period of the expansion westward and the conflicts with the Native American tribes. Driving into the now decommissioned United States Disciplinary Barracks (at one point the Department of Defenses’ only maximum security prison) gave perspective to Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen being court martialed and sentenced to serve a sentence such as Second Lieutenant William Calley for his violations of the Uniform Code of Justice (UCMJ) in his actions at the 1968 My Lai Massacre in Vietnam. Today the Disciplinary Barracks is gone and the United States Army Command and General Staff College (CGSC) is the focus of this historically significant Fort. If in the area, I would highly recommend visiting the historical Fort.
3. Carroll Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By DebM493 - Olathe, United States
This is a beautiful historic mansion with so much local history! If you are visiting the area, or live nearby, take an hour or two to see this beauty. It's been well preserved and the volunteers are very well informed and knowledgeable.
4. C.W. Parker Carousel Museum
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4.5 based on 123 reviews
The C.W. Parker Carousel Museum is a wonderful stop for the ENTIRE family. With 4 antique carousels, and a hand-carved, wood, carousel from 1913 that ALL who come can ride, it is a memorable museum. You can take a Guided Tour, a Virtual Guided Tour (utilizing QR codes), or just ride the fast, fun carousel. All tours include a short video and a carousel ride. An adult guided tour is only $6.00. Carousel rides are $1.50 and get cheaper the more you purchase. There is also a quaint, little gift shop, with many carousel items and much, much more. Whether you are 1 or 101 years old, a ride on the carousel is something special.
Reviewed By BertramS267 - Wyoming, United States
My wife had phoned ahead to see if they could open the museum for us since we weren’t driving through the area when it was open. They not only scheduled an appointment for us, but Jerry Reinhardt the director gave us a fabulous tour! He had lots of interesting facts to share, both about C. W. Parker’s carousel work and his other endeavors. Being members of the National Carousel Association, we’ve learned a lot about C. W. Parker. Jerry shared things we had never heard before! Then he showed us the two carousels in the main room from a balcony view and gave us a tour of another room where a third carousel is housed. One was made in the 1850’s, the earliest known American carousel. It’s quite primitive looking, and it’s too fragile to ride. The carousel in another room was built by his son Paul Parker in 1950, and it represents the end of the Parker carousels. It’s made of metal, so every horse is exactly the same. It’s the paint that distinguishes them. And… I found a little dog on one cantle… It’s only run for children’s parties as it can’t support adults. They also have some carousel animals from other carvers as well as a few Parker horses they’re restoring – all worth seeing. We rode the 1913 carousel. That is one delightful machine. It’s so hard to choose which horse to ride next! It also has 2 jack rabbits on it, the only ones C W Parker made. Why did he make them? Ask Jerry – he’ll tell you! They have an excellent extended gift shop as well, selling both new and used carousel items. We filled our Christmas and birthday boxes with presents for each other after the tour. All in all, this museum and tour are a huge gem and a major highlight of our vacation.
5. Leavenworth Antique Mall
6. Buffalo Soldier Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By D8144PKroberth - Leavenworth, United States
Learning about the history of the Buffalo Soldiers and viewing the memorial and surrounding Fort Leavenworth sites.
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