Topeka, KS
Travel Guide
Visit Topeka
Where to stay in Topeka
Downtown Topeka
If you're spending some time in Downtown Topeka, Topeka Performing Arts Center and Kansas State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
Southwest Topeka
While Southwest Topeka might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sports Center and Topeka Zoological Park.
College Hill
When in College Hill, you can plan a visit to Stormont Vail Events Center and Kansas State Capitol, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Historic Holliday Park North
While there might not be top attractions in Historic Holliday Park North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kansas State Capitol and Topeka Performing Arts Center.
Westboro
Though Westboro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Topeka Zoological Park and Stormont Vail Events Center.
Oakland
While Oakland isn't home to many top sights, Topeka Performing Arts Center and Kansas State Capitol are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown
The hotel was very quiet and the staff was very nice. The game room was a very nice addition, just wish the pool had better hours.
Reviewed on 26 January 2026
Hyatt Place Topeka
Everything is great!
Reviewed on 29 January 2026
Endeavor Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Beautiful room, great breakfast
Reviewed on 9 February 2026
Washburn Hotel Suites
The space was great, clean and convenient, LOVED having the coffee shop downstairs! Also the front desk manage Angie was incredible, so so helpful and attentive. We will absolutely be back next year!
Reviewed on 4 February 2026
Kings Cottage 4 bed/3 full bath central Topeka
Good house for a good price. Feels like more space than expected.
Reviewed on 7 February 2026
Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!
Nice quiet home pet friendly home. Will stay again when in the area.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Popular places to visit
Kansas State Capitol
After visiting Kansas State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Lake Shawnee
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shawnee during your travels in Topeka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Topeka Zoological Park
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Topeka Zoological Park home during your trip to Topeka? Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Gage Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gage Park, a lovely green space in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site
Find out about the history of Topeka with a stop at Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Washburn University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Washburn University, during your travels in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Other places like Topeka
- Washburn University
- Stormont Vail Events Center
- Kansas State Capitol
- Lake Shawnee
- Topeka Performing Arts Center
- Sports Center
- Kansas Museum of History
- Combat Air Museum
- Gage Park
- Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden
- Equality House
- Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy
- First Presbyterian Church Topeka
- Mulvane Art Museum
