What can you do in Wichita? We enjoyed the Museum of World Treasures. I never expected to see the bones of a full size T-Rex in Kansas! We also enjoyed the All-Indian Center. This is a wonderful place where the diversity of all the tribes is celebrating by joining together to witness to their rich cultural and historic traditions. There is also an 1800's style Indian Village set up on the grounds that everyone enjoys.
As you may know, Wichita is an important hub for avaition. Beachcraft (now Raytheon), Learjets, and Cessna all have their world headquarters in Wichita. Boeing also has a big presence. As a result, the Kansas Aviation Museum displays a growing collection of aircraft and aviation related artifacts. Jesse James the 5th is available in person daily at the Jesse James Museum. A book by museum director RJ Pastore explains how "Jesse James Faked His Death" and started a new life in Kansas. You can also walk along the Arkansas river that winds through town or enjoy a number of other attractions. There is a lot to do and see in Wichita, Kansas!${QuickSuggestions} Wichita can be hot in the summer -- 100 degree days are not uncommon. Plan accordingly.
Contact Visitor Information before your trip. You'll get a lot more information than my 200 words here will allow. The address and phone are: Visitors Information Center; 335 W. Lewis; Wichita, KS 67202. Phone: 800-288-9424. Their email is: info@visitwichita.com.
There are a lot of great hotels in Wichita including a Hilton and a Hyatt. We choose a more modestly priced Best Western and had a delightful stay. I'll try and get a review of it written in this journal.
One last thing I'll mention. If you're flying in -- first, the airport is a delight to deal with. It's fairly small and never crowded. Second, if you're renting a car, do it early. We called about six weeks ahead and National was already out of the full size car we wanted. In addition, Avis, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise, Thrifty and Alamo all have a presence at the airport. Lastly, it can be expensive to fly to Wichita. My husband's family live there so we watch for specials from American Airlines. United and Continental also fly to Wichita. Our last set of tickets cost around $150 from St. Louis.${BestWay} There are some buses and taxis but a car is the best way to get around. Although Wichita is not a huge city it is big enough to require a good map and a good car. Once you are in the downtown area you can park your car in one of the convenient public garages and walk around. There are many shops and museums in this area.
From journal Wichita, Kansas-A More Than Pleasant Surprise