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36 Best and Fun Things To Do In Lawrence, Kansas


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Home to a colorful main street full of locally owned boutiques, restaurateurs, live music, and a lively art scene, Lawrence is a must-see during your trip to Mississippi.

Known for housing two world-class universities, Lawrence boasts a myriad of outdoor activities due to its abundance of lively parks. The Natural History Museum will bring some culture to your visit, with the Dole institute offering various entertainment performances. Victorian architecture lines the main street, which offers a wide array of interesting eateries, craft shops, and designer boutiques. The Prairie Park Nature Center gives you the chance to breathe in the floral scent of local flora and view the massive diversity of wildlife, such as birds, deer, beavers, and bobcats.

Lawrence is the idyl family holiday destination as it covers activities and sites every age class would treasure. View the list below to find some of the top attractions in Lawrence.

The 36 Most Popular Things To Do In Lawrence, Kansas

36. Haskell Cultural Center and Museum

5.0 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: 2411 Barker Ave Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 6686

Web Address:   https://haskell.edu/cultural-center/

35. Museum of Odd

4.7 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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Location: 1012 New York Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 843 8750

Web Address:   https://facebook.com/MuseumOfOdd

34. Mount Oread

5.0 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

Location: University Dr Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3450

Web Address:   http://lawrenceks.org/city_contacts

33. Bowersock Dam

4.4 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

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Location: US 59 Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 766 0884

Web Address:   https://bowersockpower.com/about/our-history

32. Potter Lake

4.3 ★★★★☆ (14 reviews)

31. Wakarusa River Valley Heritage Museum

4.4 ★★★★☆ (20 reviews)

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Location: 716 N 1190 Road Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 783 4420

Web Address:   https://wakarusamuseum.org/

30. Conrad & Viola McGrew Nature Preserve

4.2 ★★★★☆ (22 reviews)

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Location: 4600 Bob Billings Pkwy Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3529

Web Address:   http://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/mcgrew

29. Camp Bromelsick

4.7 ★★★★★ (25 reviews)

Location: 682 1400 Road Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 841 4700

Web Address:   http://campbromelsick.com/

28. Crescent Moon Winery

4.8 ★★★★★ (36 reviews)

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Location: 15930 246th Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 550 5353

Web Address:   http://moonandwine.com/

27. Davenport Orchards & Winery

4.8 ★★★★★ (69 reviews)

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Location: 1394 E 1900 Road Eudora KS

Tel:  785 542 2278

Web Address:   http://davenportwinery.com/

26. Bluejacket Crossing Vineyard & Winery

4.9 ★★★★★ (74 reviews)

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Location: 1969 N 1250th Road Eudora KS

Tel:  785 542 1764

Web Address:   https://bluejacketwinery.com/

25. Booth Family Hall of Athletics

4.8 ★★★★★ (112 reviews)

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Location: 1651 Naismith Dr Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 864 7050

Web Address:   https://kuathletics.com/sports/2013/6/21/facilities-booth-family-hall-of-athletics.aspx

24. South Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (121 reviews)

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Location: 1141 Massachusetts Street Lawrence KS

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/southpark/

23. Lawrence Nature Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (126 reviews)

Location: S Folks Road Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3496

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/kansaslandtrust

22. Hobbs Park and Municipal Stadium

4.5 ★★★★★ (132 reviews)

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Location: 702 E 11th Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3480

21. Phoenix Gallery

4.7 ★★★★★ (139 reviews)

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Location: 825 Massachusetts Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 843 0080

Web Address:   http://phoenixgalleryart.com/

20. Breakout Lawrence

4.8 ★★★★★ (202 reviews)

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Location: 727 Massachusetts Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 422 5625

Web Address:   http://breakoutlawrence.com/

19. Buford M. Watson Jr. Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (209 reviews)

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Location: 727 Kentucky Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3455

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/watsonpark/

18. Lawrence Aquatic Center

4.4 ★★★★☆ (218 reviews)

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Location: 727 Kentucky Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 7990

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/aquatics/oac/

17. Lawrence River Trails

4.7 ★★★★★ (236 reviews)

Location: Lawrence KS

Web Address:   http://lawrencemountainbikeclub.org/trails_river.shtml

16. Bloomington Beach

4.5 ★★★★★ (255 reviews)

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Web Address:   https://recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233700

15. Burcham Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (268 reviews)

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Location: South Powerhouse Rd. Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3457

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/burchampark/

14. Overlook Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (277 reviews)

Location: N 1402 Road Lawrence KS

Web Address:   https://recreation.gov/camping/overlook-park/r/campgroundDetails.do

13. Riverfront Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (289 reviews)

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Location: 1594 N 3rd Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3450

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/riverfrontpark/

12. Lawrence Rotary Arboretum

4.6 ★★★★★ (289 reviews)

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Location: 5100 W 27th Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 3450

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/rotaryarboretum/

11. Mutt Run Off-Leash Dog Park

4.8★★★★★  (327 reviews)

Location:Parking lot 1330 E 902 Road Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 350

Web Address:   4https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/recreationfacilities/muttrun/

10. Holcom Park Recreation Center

4.4 ★★★★☆ (451 reviews)

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Location: 2700 W 27th Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 7940

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/recreationfacilities/hprc/

Our Top picks

9. Massachusetts Street

4.7 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

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8. Lawrence Arts Center

4.4 ★★★★☆ (31 reviews)

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Location: 940 New Hampshire Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 843 2787

Web Address:   http://lawrenceartscenter.org/

7. Baker University Wetlands

4.8 ★★★★★ (127 reviews)

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Location: 1365 N 1250 Road Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 594 4700

Web Address:   https://bakeru.edu/history-traditions/the-wetlands/

6. Watkins Museum of History

4.7 ★★★★★ (166 reviews)

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Location: 1047 Massachusetts Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 841 4109

Web Address:   http://watkinsmuseum.org/

5. Clinton Lake

4.6 ★★★★★ (169 reviews)

4. Spencer Museum of Art

4.4 ★★★★☆ (232 reviews)

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Location: 1301 Mississippi Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 864 4710

Web Address:   http://spencerart.ku.edu/

3. KU Natural History Museum–Dyche Hall

4.7 ★★★★★ (403 reviews)

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Location: Dyche Hall 1345 Jayhawk Blvd Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 864 4450

Web Address:   http://biodiversity.ku.edu/

2. Prairie Park Nature Center

4.6 ★★★★★ (462 reviews)

Location: 2730 Harper Street Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 832 7980

Web Address:   https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/ppnc

1. Clinton State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,196 reviews)

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Location: 798 N 1415 Road Lawrence KS

Tel:  785 842 8562

Web Address:   https://ksoutdoors.com/State-Parks/Locations/Clinton

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Lawrence, Kansas! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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