The 10 Best Gardens in Kansas, Kansas

November 6, 2021 Jasper Kershner

See a buffalo up close, live like a cowboy for a day on a working cattle ranch or visit a stagecoach stop on the Sante Fe Trail are just a few of the many vacation experiences possible in this state in America’s heartland. You’ll love the wide-open spaces and the opportunities to engage in a variety of one-of-a-kind experiences in this marvelous state, which has the largest segment of true tallgrass prairie remaining in the U.S. Regardless of where you visit: a major metropolitan area like Kansas City, a college town like Manhattan or Lawrence or engaging places like Wichita, Dodge City and Salina, there are a wide array of attractions and sights nearby. If you want to familiarize yourself with cowboy culture, visit the Boot Hills Museum in Dodge City, dine on all-you-can-eat barbeque and hear songs of the American Cowboy at Diamond W Chuckwagon Supper in Wichita or explore the Dickinson County Heritage Center in Abilene, which has dance halls, gaming rooms and 32 saloons. For outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, bird watching and other activities, three of the state’s most popular parks are: Cheney State Park near Wichita; Scott State Park near Scott City and Tuttle Creek State Park near Manhattan.
Restaurants in Kansas

1. Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS 66221-7803 +1 913-897-2360 [email protected] http://www.opkansas.org/Things-to-See-And-Do/Deanna-Rose-Childrens-Farmstead
Excellent
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5.0 based on 851 reviews

Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

Reviewed By homesbyteresa - Overland Park, United States

This is such a family fun place to spend the day. There are sp many things to do and animals to see. My grandkids love feeding and petting the goats, hayride, driving pedal tractors, milking the cows, fishing, exploring and playing at the awesome playgrounds. There are too many fun things to do to mention them all. You will want to spend time checking it out. Bring your lunch and have a picnic.

2. Chamber Music at the Barn

Prairie Pines 4055 N. Tyler Rd. Maize, KS, Maize, KS 67101 +1 316-721-7666 http://www.cmatb.org/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Chamber Music at the Barn

3. Prairie Lavendar Farm

69 Alpine Ridge Ln, Bennington, KS 67422-9070 +1 785-488-3371 [email protected] http://prairielavenderfarm.com/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Prairie Lavendar Farm

4. Botanica: The Wichita Gardens

Wichita, KS 67203 +1 316-264-0448 [email protected] http://www.botanica.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 722 reviews

Botanica: The Wichita Gardens

Located in Sim Park, this gorgeous patch of cultivated flora offers themed gardens such as the Butterfly Garden, Shakespeare Garden, Rose and Wildflower Garden and the award-winning Sally Stone Sensory Garden, plus special programs for children.

Reviewed By AIbin0 - Tarrant, United States

I was traveling from out of state on a whim and out of all the places I was hoping to see while in Wichita, The Botanical Gardens was at the top of my list. To be frank, I've never actually been to a Botanical Gardens before, but the one here is absolutely gorgeous. I'm no botanist, but there's a wide variety of flora all throughout the gardens in different sections. Beautiful fountains, a butterfly garden, gorgeous floral arrangements, memorial statues, quiet alcoves, lilly ponds, a koi pond, and much more await you here. After a long year of stress and anxiety, being away from everything for a few hours was therapeutic. I'd definitely recommend seeing it for yourself if you're in the area.

5. Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

8909 W 179th St, Overland Park, KS 66013-9084 +1 913-685-3604 http://artsandrec-op.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 500 reviews

Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

Reviewed By alsQ3682NX

Need to call ahead to find out when the trains are running. Nice walk to see the Christmas decorations.

6. Kansas State University Gardens

1500 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66506 +1 785-532-3271 http://www.k-state.edu/gardens/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Kansas State University Gardens

Reviewed By pnkybrwstr - Manhattan, United States

Even though I'm from Manhattan, I'd never visited the other side of the gardens that has more flowers and the bigger fountain. So, I went there with my family after graduation for pictures. It was so nice out and the flowers were beautiful! The photos were great!

7. Ted Ensley Gardens

SE 37th St. & West Edge Road, Topeka, KS +1 785-267-1156 http://parks.snco.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/1
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

Ted Ensley Gardens

Reviewed By rdm2015

Perfect place to take long leisurely walks and take in the beautiful flowers and listen to the water attractions. The main paths are paved and wide enough for a couple to hold hands during the stroll.

8. Dyck Arboretum of the Plains

177 W Hickory St, Hesston, KS 67062-8103 +1 620-327-8127 http://www.dyckarboretum.org
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Dyck Arboretum of the Plains

9. Wamego City Park

406 E. 4th Street, Wamego, KS 66547 +1 785-456-2928
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Wamego City Park

12 acre park with 2 acre fishing pond and modern playground. Several features to note: working Dutch Windmill (1879), statues from 1893 Chicago World's Fair (read: Devil in the White City). The Wamego Museum and historical village is nearby and morphed with the park. Children's train and depot. The park is the epicenter for festivals (Tulip festival, OZ Fest, 4th of July, etc).

Reviewed By JudyGokey

Unfortunately was closed. But you could walk around and look inside the buildings. It’s on a beautiful park that provides tables and benches. I cannot tell you how peaceful clean and beautiful this park is!!

10. South Park

1141 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044-3041 http://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/southpark
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

South Park

Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States

South Park in Lawrence is a beautiful community park with a variety of recreational opportunities. The large park is located south of downtown (hence the name) and is split into two parts by Massachusetts Avenue. A large network of paved paths make it convenient for walking to enjoy the various attractions in the park. There is shade throughout provided by the large and numerous trees. The centerpiece of the park is the gazebo and the Roosevelt Fountain and garden in front of the gazebo. The Lawrence Parks & Recreational Admin office is also located in the park. Do not miss the historical information board located at the south end of the park. The park is a prime location for summer festivals, concerts, and movies during the summer. A large number of picnic benches are spread throughout the park. South Park is a very enjoyable park.

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