Top 6 Attractions in Manhattan, KS

If you live around Salina, Clay Center, or Wamego and want a day trip, you can check out Manhattan, KS. Spend the day with your family or friends, outdoors or inside one of the attractions in this area.

Flint Hills Discovery Center

Spend a few hours here at this center in Manhattan, which spans 35,000 square feet. Interactive exhibits teach about the local history, science, and culture of the region. Panoramic photography is displayed with special effects on a 120-degree curved screen in the theater. The center is open from 10AM to 5PM every day for visitors.

Liquid Art Winery and Estate

Enjoy beautiful scenery and a relaxing vibe at this winery. Sitting on top of a hill, you’ll appreciate the expansive views. Visit the full production winery and stop in the tasting room where you’ll have the option of wines or hard cider tastings. Stay for a meal with outdoor seating where you can enjoy the overlook as you experience the delicious food and wine pairings. Don’t be afraid to bring the kids because there’s something for everyone.

Tuttle Creek State Park

Plan to spend the afternoon hiking one or more of the trails at this state park. You can start out with the shorter trails like the Randolph Blue Loop, which is just over one mile. Go biking, bring the dog, or plan an overnight camping trip. Enjoy the scenery and use it as a base for other places nearby. Choose a campsite or cabin with fire pits, grills, and showers. Cabins are well-equipped with pots and pans and basic amenities.

Kansas State University Insect Zoo

Learn all about the creepies and crawlies that live near humans in this center. Enjoy a guided tour, which lasts about 40 minutes. You’ll discover facts about bees, spiders, even cockroaches. You can touch some of the insects, and you’ll pass by a lovely flower garden. One of the highlights of the zoo is the scorpions, which have a blacklight flashlight nearby to show how they glow.

Manhattan City Park

Bring the kids in warm weather to enjoy the pool and splash pad. You can also take a walk around the one-mile path or sit under the trees. This city park also has tennis courts and other activities for visitors of all ages. Much of the park is shaded, which makes it a perfect place to relax even in the hot weather.

Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art

This small museum features local artists and includes a wide variety of styles. Galleries are located on the second floor of the museum. You’ll also find moving exhibits along with permanent exhibits. New exhibits are added for those who want to visit on a regular basis. The tour is free with free parking on one side of the building.

Plan to spend a day or the entire weekend in Manhattan and visit one or more of these attractions. Travel in your newly purchased vehicle from D.E.L. Motors to experience all the city has to offer.