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Situated on the Arkansas river in south-central Kansas, Wichita is the largest city in the state. While not renowned as a tourist destination, Wichita has much to offer visitors. Planning a spring visit? You’ll find that temperatures warm up considerably between March and May, with average daily highs rising from 63 – 80 degrees Fahrenheit. When summer rolls around, it can be quite hot, and it’s usually sunny. Temperatures between June – August peak around 91 – 95 degrees Fahrenheit, and this is peak tourist season as well, so make your reservations ahead of time. In September, when the children go back to school, things quieten down in Wichita, but the weather remains fine, with temperatures slowly cooling. Daily highs of 86 degrees Fahrenheit in September fall to 61 degrees Fahrenheit in November, the slowest month for tourism in Wichita. Consider planning your visit during the fall, as you can probably find good deals on flights and accommodation. The winter months see a small spike in tourism around the holiday season but are otherwise fairly slow. If you plan a winter visit, pack your warmest gear. It can be very cold and snow is likely between December and February. Wichita is listed among the top 10 most likely US cities to experience a tornado. The risk is highest in the spring and summer, although they can occur at any time of the year.

Some neighborhoods in Wichita, such as Delano and Old Town, are compact and interesting to walk. You should definitely take advantage of the free downtown trolley, the Q-line, which offers 4 routes covering many of the city’s bars, hotels, museums, and entertainment venues. You can also use the Wichita Transit bus system, which covers the entire city. Taxi and rideshare services such as Lyft and Uber operate here, but many visitors find car rental more convenient and economical, allowing ease of travel both within and outside the city. If you’re looking for a bit of exercise, Wichita also has a bike-share program.

Public Transportation

The free Q-line trolleys are geared towards serving tourists, with 4 routes covering Delano, Old Town, the Douglas Design District, and Clifton Square. The routes run Monday – Friday 11 am – 1:30 pm, Monday – Thursday, and Saturday 5-10 pm, and on Friday – 5 pm-1 am. Wichita transit buses can get you almost anywhere in the city for a single-ride fare of $1.75 USD, or you may purchase a day pass for $5.00 USD.

Taxis

Taxis can be found outside Wichita’s hotels and attractions, or you may call for a ride. Fares start at $3.00 USD, with a subsequent charge of $2.00 USD per mile, and a waiting charge of $28.00 USD per hour. With Uber and Lyft both operating in the city, you will likely save money by arranging a ride through one of these rideshare services.

Bike Share

Bike Share ICT is Wichita’s bike-share service. Operating in conjunction with Zagster, you can purchase a hourly membership for $3.00 per hour, unlock a bike at one of 19 stations across the city, and get around on your own steam.

Things to do and places of interest in Wichita, KS

Wichita’s western culture and history blend with new modernization, making for an interesting study in contrasts. When you travel to Wichita, KS, you should see some of these interesting sights.

• Where the Big and Little Arkansas rivers converge stands the impressive Keeper of the Plains, a 44-foot-tall steel sculpture. Visit the plaza where he stands at sunset, for Instagram-worthy photos.
• During the spring, Botanica Wichita is a must-see. Each year, over 150,000 daffodils and tulips light up this 18-acre community garden, which also contains themed gardens including Butterfly Pansy House, highlighting butterfly habitats, and the Downing Children’s Garden, which is full of large, colorful statues.
• Take a tour through Frank Lloyd Wright’s Allen House. The 1915-dated Prairie-style home was one that Mr. Wright himself considered one of his best designs. Allen house has been lovingly restored and now serves as a museum.
• Check out the Ulrich Museum of Art, located at Wichita State University. Here you’ll find one of the top collections of American artwork in the country. The museum contains 28 galleries with extensive displays of paintings, sculptures, and glasswork.
• Visit the Sedgwick County Zoo, one of Wichita’s top attractions for all ages. The zoo features 500 species of animals, including gorillas, tigers, lions, meerkats, and more.
• Explore Wichita’s roots at the Old Cowtown Museum.This replica 1870s village, complete with dirt roads and hitching posts, takes you right back into the days of the wild west.

Tips and tricks for visiting Wichita, KS

If you happen to be visiting Wichita during a severe storm and tornado warnings are issued, here’s how to find a safe place. Get inside the largest, sturdiest building near you, and go to the lowest level. Find an interior room or hallway away from windows, and put as many walls between you and the storm as possible.

Wichita is famous for its BBQ and there are several top notch BBQ restaurants in the city. Why not learn from the best? You can sign up for cooking classes at the All Things Barbecue store located in the Historic Delano District, and take some expertise home with you.