Downtown Topeka
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Popular places to visit
Kansas State Capitol
After visiting Kansas State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Lake Shawnee
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shawnee during your travels in Topeka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Topeka Zoological Park
Why not meet the animals who call Topeka Zoological Park home during your holiday in Topeka? Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Gage Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gage Park, a lovely green space in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site
Find out about the history of Topeka when you take a trip to Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Topeka Performing Arts Center
Enjoy an outing to Topeka Performing Arts Center during your stay in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Topeka Top City's Top Sights!
Top hotels in Downtown Topeka
Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown
"Older hotel that is in the middle of a lot of remodeling but staff was very friendly and helpful. All issues were addressed and taken care of. Breakfast was good and rooms were clean. I’d stay again for the price and location."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"Perfect place to stay right downtown Topeka Ks. Great restaurant, good food good drinks! Perfect spot to walk around the town."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Topeka
"The employee who was working in the breakfast area was very attentive. She noticed that I was packing my oatmeal to go because I’m diabetic and can only eat at certain times; So she quickly provided me with what I needed without even asking her."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Endeavor Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Bathroom ceiling had an hole in it I'm 105"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"We liked everything about the hotel. The only drawback was that the bathtub was very slippery when we were taking a shower. It felt a little unsafe. Other than that, our stay was very enjoyable."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Topeka West, KS
"William checked us in , very professional and polite. Went out of his way to assist in knowledge of the area. On a separate note you have the best pillows I ever slept on. Maybe not a huge thing but important to me."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Topeka
Southwest Topeka
When in Southwest Topeka, you can plan a visit to Sports Center and Gage Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
College Hill
Though College Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stormont Vail Events Center and Kansas State Capitol.
Historic Holliday Park North
While there might not be top attractions in Historic Holliday Park North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kansas State Capitol and Topeka Performing Arts Center.
Greater Auburndale
Greater Auburndale might not have many top sights, but Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden and Topeka Zoological Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westboro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westboro and surrounding area, you can visit Equality House and Topeka Zoological Park.
