- Our list of the best things to do in Manhattan, Kansas, features the top 43 nearby activities — including 13 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Manhattan, KS has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Manhattan, KS , followed by 18 popular activities in nearby cities, including Junction City, Wamego and Fort Riley
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This father-and-son owned shop kicks out Baja–style Mexican food including tacos, burritos, and fajitas
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93%
155 votes
1500 Denison Ave, Manhattan, KS 66506
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Housed in the old Dairy Barn from the University's campus, the Kansas State University Insect Zoo displays insects from all around the world, including arthropods. Guided tours are a chance of seeing and understanding live specimens.
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With videos providing useful information about the area, Flint Hills Discovery Center may worth the while for a little break from the road to pick some interesting insights and indications.
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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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All types of animals from all around the world find their home at the Sunset Zoo. The peacocks roam freely around the zoo, all day, every day. There are also special programs, such as the petting of some animals.
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4 votes
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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3801 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS
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At Frank Anneberg Park/ Twin Oaks Sports Complex, visitors can fish in a stocked pond for up to three fish at a time. The park has a variety of sports fields and walking trails that interlace between them.
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Located in Kansas State University, Bill Snyder Family Stadium features the school's football team, the Wildcats, in a 50,000 seat stadium. The stadium has concession stands, a hall of fame museum, and a gift shop with Wildcat merchandise.
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89%
27 votes
701 Beach Lane, Manhattan, KS 66506
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An eclectic collection with exhibits ranging from glass home-made items to famous painters and sculptors await the visitors of Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art.
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A wide selection beers can be found at Tallgrass Brewing Company, including ales, tripels and stouts. There are many year round offerings, as well as seasonal specialty beers.
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At City Park Pool, visitors can go swimming in a large pool with a separate area for younger children. The pool has inflatable pool toys, such as a large ball that visitors can climb on in the center.