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Wichita is where the big city meets convenience, culture and opportunity. Use this guide to get a taste of the #RelentlesslyOriginal and vibrant community, home to more than 50 museums and art galleries and 1,000+ buzz-worthy restaurants, breweries and bars.
coffee & brunch
Grab a cup of joe at one of Wichita’s locally owned and award-winning coffee shops. Or do you need a mid-morning pick-me-up? These #RelentlesslyOriginal breakfast joints will shock your system in a good way.
Arts & Entertainment
No matter how you slice it, Wichita is the birthplace of Pizza Hut. You can explore the original storefront or immerse yourself at a premier science and discovery center at one of the city’s more than 50 museums and art galleries.
Whether you’re looking to catch a top artist or a rising artist, Wichita’s music scene is electric with local venues hosting live shows nearly every night.
Feed a giraffe, hop on board the Safari Express or take a trip to Antarctica as you swim, feed and touch penguins at one of the area’s two wildlife parks. If that’s not enough the Wichita region is home to a dinosaur park featuring more than 40 life-sized animatronic dinos.
Bites & Beer
Kick-back, relax, and grab a beer or a seasonal drink at one of these innovative and carefully crafted pubs.
Out & About
Enjoy Wichita’s biggest party of the summer! Riverfest is the state’s largest outdoor event with concerts, food vendors, amusement park rides and more. Looking for something with some extra flavor? Taste more than 70 chilis at Wichita’s annual Chili Cookoff.