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1. Kansas State Capitol Building ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Kansas State Capitol Building
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2. Lake Shawnee ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Lake Shawnee
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3. Kansas Museum of History

Category: Museums & Culture
Kansas Museum of History
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4. Mulvane Art Museum

Category: Museums & Culture

5. Combat Air Museum

Category: Museums & Culture

6. The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center

Category: Kids & Family
The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center
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7. Gage Park

Category: Activities
Gage Park
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8. Topeka Performing Arts Center

Category: Attractions
Topeka Performing Arts Center
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9. Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site

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Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site
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10. Topeka Zoological Park

Category: Kids & Family

11. Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site

Category: Attractions
Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site
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12. Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy

Category: Entertainment
Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy
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13. Ted Ensley Gardens

Category: Activities
Ted Ensley Gardens
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14. Evel Knievel Museum

Category: Museums & Culture

15. Museum of the Kansas National Guard

Category: Museums & Culture
Museum of the Kansas National Guard
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16. West Ridge Lanes & Family Fun Center

Category: Kids & Family
West Ridge Lanes & Family Fun Center
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17. Cedar Crest

Cedar Crest
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18. Sports Center

Category: Attractions

19. Happy Basset Brewing Company

Category: Food & Drink
Happy Basset Brewing Company
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20. Truckhenge

Truckhenge
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21. NOTO Arts District

Category: Museums & Culture

22. Kaw River State Park

Category: Activities
Kaw River State Park
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23. Sk8away

24. Bradley's Corner Cafe

Category: Food & Drink
Bradley's Corner Cafe
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25. The Pennant

The Pennant
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What is the capital of Kansas?
    Answer: The capital of Kansas is Topeka.
  • Question: Why is Topeka a great weekend destination?
    Answer: Topeka offers a diverse choice of things to see and do, making it a great weekend destination.
  • Question: What are some historical and cultural attractions in Topeka?
    Answer: Visitors can take a historic tour of the Kansas State Capitol, visit the Mulvane Art Museum, and see exhibits at the Combat Air Museum.
  • Question: Where can visitors enjoy outdoor activities in Topeka?
    Answer: Visitors can go for a stroll along Lake Shawnee.
  • Question: What are some family-friendly attractions in Topeka?
    Answer: Family-friendly attractions include the Great Overland Station, the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center, and the Topeka Zoological Park.

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