Top 10 Attractions in Kansas Hot

Smack dab in the middle of our great country we can find Kansas which is home to nearly four dozen various routes that are perfect for motorcyclists. Throughout the hills and upland regions in the center of the state there are scenic routes along County Routes 14, 20 and 7. You might also want to tackle the one hundred and seven miles of sweeping turns on State Route 7 or the tight winding curves on State Route 5, both of which are in the north eastern section of the state. No matter where you choose to ride, be sure the check out the Top 10 must see attractions for Kansas.

1. Dugout Site – Concordia

While mostly this is just a scenic location with a sign; the “Dugout Site” is believed to be the hiding place of Boston Corbett. If you need a little brush up on your US history – that is the man who shot John Wilkes Booth. Another quick brush up – Booth assassinated President Lincoln. Corbett was known for his unorthodox ways of living prior to being tossed into an insane asylum.

2. Old West Lawrence – Lawrence

With seventeen houses currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this old town is worth driving through. It takes you a step back in time to reminisce the days where Victorian elegance was key in a town.

3. Don Kracht’s Castle Island – Junction City

It is hard to decide whether this is totally crazy or absolutely brilliant; either way you slice it, this man made castle is one of Kansas’ pride attractions. It all started with a piece of land, a pond and a dream that has transformed into a real life castle. Stop by, take a tour and have a chat with Don about his visions.

4. Cowtown – Wichita

Watch history unfold at the living history museum just outside of Wichita. The locals get involved with the ongoing reenactments by acting and dressing and townsfolk from the period. While in the area it is also worthwhile to visit the Museum of World Treasures which hosts rare artifacts and authentic fossils.

5. Truckhenge – Topeka

Deriving inspiration from “Cadillac Ranch” along the historic Route 66 and his pure hatred for the county health and zoning board, Ron Lessman has created Truckhenge. It is a unique display of outdoor art that started as retaliation to the state board and was later recognized by the Shawnee County Preservation Association.

6. World’s Largest Ball of Twine – Cawker City

If you ever had doubts as to if this REALLY existed, here is the answer. Cawker City, Kansas is home to the World’s Largest Ball of Twine. The concept started in 1953 when a local farmer simply wanted an easy and convenient way to store excess bailing twine. Overtime, it mutated into a monstrosity and was turned over to the town. Today, you can visit it and roll some twine around to help continue its growth.

7. Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center

Space exploration has been a long time marker of achievement for many countries. At the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center you can visit pristine displays of space artifacts including Gus Grissom's Liberty Bell 7 capsule and a Hitler trash can head.

8. Garden of Eden – Lucas

Another spectacular outdoor art display is found within the Garden of Eden. The pieces mix biblical passages with political messages to create a must –see attraction as you travel through the state.

9. M.T. Liggetts Political Sculptures – Mullinville

Everyone wants to have an opinion about something these days. Over the years, Liggett has cast his opinions into sculptures that use random scrap materials. The end result is what many people feel is one of the highlights of the state. The sculptures are located along the roadside and span for nearly a mile. You can see sculptures regarding past presidents, wars and other historical events that have shaped our country.

10. Kansas Underground Salt Museum – Hutchison

While salt mining is not all that exciting, the Kansas Underground Salt Museum is a one of a kind attraction that takes you deep into the core of our earth to see just where salt comes from. You will take a 67 mile long tour surrounded by 400-feet of salt on all sides. Along the way there are artifacts and displays of the history of salt mining.