Kansas is more than just the home of Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. The state has an extensive history that includes being a home to prehistoric beasts, a pivotal player in the Civil War, and a place for pioneers heading west to rest, restock, and recuperate. There’s a lot of interesting things to do across the state; here’s a closer look.

76. Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant (Kansas City)

Fritz’s is definitely a one of a kind dining experience. You order your food over a telephone and then it’s brought to your table by way of an overhead toy train. This is a great place for kids who will be blown away by this unique experience. Stop in for dinner and make sure you have one of their famous hamburgers.

77. Konza Prairie Research Natural Area (Manhattan)

This native prairie reserve is in the Flint Hills of northeast Kansas and is the largest area of unplowed tallgrass prairie in the country. Although the area is privately owned by The Nature Conservancy and Kansas State University, they feel it’s important to allow people to see the interesting wildlife and landscape of the untouched prairie. There are numerous hiking trails to explore but make sure you’re familiar with the rules before you set out to spend the day there.

78. Aggieville (Manhattan)

While it’s the oldest shopping district in Kansas, Aggieville is vibrant and packed with youth and excitement. You could spend an afternoon and evening here shopping, dining, and refueling with some coffee before bar hopping and enjoying the nightlife. It’s one of the coolest places to hang out in Manhattan.

79. The Eldridge Hotel (Lawrence)

The Eldridge Hotel has a long history in Lawrence. It was burned to the ground, rebuilt, burned to the ground, and rebuilt again. Named after Colonel Eldridge who rebuilt it (both times), the hotel even inspired the seal of the City of Lawrence – a phoenix rising from the ashes. It was completely restored to its original grandeur and reopened as it is now in 2005. Spend a weekend in Lawrence and stay at this beautiful hotel.

80. Lake Scott State Park (Scott City)

National Geographic called this one of the top fifty must-see parks in the country and, once you see it, you’ll understand why. While most of the Kansas prairie is flat, Scott State Park is nestled in a canyon and full of natural springs, heavily wooded forests, and rocky bluffs. It all surrounds Scott State Fishing Lake and a wildlife area. More than 26 archeological sites are in and around the park. It’s history goes way back. Come spend the weekend fishing, hunting, camping, boating, and swimming here.

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