- TripBuzz found 33 things to do with kids in or near Manhattan, Kansas, including 14 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Junction City, Fort Riley and Wamego.
- From Kansas State University Insect Zoo to Sunset Zoo, the Manhattan area offers 26 different types of family activities, including: Zoos, Parks, Movie Theaters and Swimming Pool.
- The city of Manhattan is located in north-eastern Kansas at the intersection of the Kansas and Big Blue Rivers. With an area spanning nearly 20 square miles and a population of over 50,000 residents, the city provide a relatively populous community. Settled in Flint Hills, Manhattan maintains a terrain of rolling hills and tall grasses.
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Housing a research library and changing exhibits, the Riley County Historical Museum contains a variety of photos, artifacts and documents that strive to preserve the history of Manhattan, Kansas and surrounding counties. Guided tours available upon request.
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Offering a large amount of open space and wooded areas, Warner Memorial Park is a mostly undeveloped area on 82 acres featuring walking trails. The park has a shelter and grills for picnics and a disc golf course.
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A great place for family entertainment, Seth Childs 6 Theatres features the most recent films and movies. The theater is part of the Carmike Cinemas franchise, and provides both comfortable seating and concessions including popcorn with flavored seasonings.
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As an outdoor recreational facility, Manhattan City Park has picnic shelters, tennis courts, gardens, and playgrounds for visitors to enjoy. It also has a splash park with shallow wading pools and fountains for kids to play in.
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Carmike Cinemas offers 12 screens for viewing the latest in new movie releases. The theater is wheelchair accessible and features stadium seating, digital projection and a game room as well as gift cards and online ticket purchasing.
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US Hwy 24 & Blue River Trailhead, Manhattan, KS 66502
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Providing space for outdoor activities, Manhattan River Trail is most popular with runners and mountain bikers. The path also covers many wooded areas and wetlands making it ideal for wildlife and bird watchers.
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100 Konza Prairie Ln, Manhattan, KS 66502
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Visitors can enjoy views of the Flint hills and other natural scenery when hiking at the Konza Prarie Biological Station. The trail features a variety of wildflowers along with wildlife like bison.
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3615 Claflin Road, Manhattan, KS 66503
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With personal fitness trainers, spa services, and drop-in classes, Body First Wellness & Recreation Center has options for both members and non-members. Other services include a program for kids, acupuncture, and pregnancy wellness.
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Kansas State University, 1483-1523 Vattier Street, Manhattan, KS 66506
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Located on the campus of Kansas State University, the McCain Auditorium hosts student performances as well as touring musicians, comedians, and dance groups. The facility seats 1750 persons and is open to the general public as well as students.
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McDowell Creek Road, Junction City, KS
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Covering 8,616 acres, the Konza Prairie Research Natural Area features savannah vegetation, forests, and shrub. Wildlife watchers can use the 15 miles of trails in order to spot any of the 31 species of mammals, and 208 species of birds.