Things To Do In Northeast Kansas

As the region best known for the spirited, Northeast Kansas has no shortage of places to see and things to do. This area in Kansas is also home to some of the state's larger cities like Topeka, Lawrence, Leavenworth, Olathe, Overland Park, and Kansas City. But it isn't just the urban centers where you'll find fun and excitement in Northeast Kansas. The region is also home to some notable attractions, such as the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum in Atchison and the Black Jack Battlefield & Nature Park in Wellsville.

One of the best ways to experience Northeast Kansas is to drive through the Glacial Hills Scenic Byway and the Frontier Military Historic Byway. The Glacial Hills Scenic Byway takes you across the stunning glaciated hills in the far Northeast corner of Kansas, while the Frontier Military Historic Byway runs through the suburbs of Kansas City in places like Leavenworth, Olathe, and Overland Park.