Things to Do in Lawrence in 2024

Lawrence Attractions

There are opportunities for fun almost everywhere you look in Lawrence. From exhilarating activities to popular tourist attractions, this unique city packs a sightseeing punch. Ready to begin organizing your itinerary?

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Leave your wallet in the hotel. It's a snap to have a blast in Lawrence without surrendering a penny.

Watkins Community Museum of History - Loaded with artifacts and displays, this place is heaven for knowledge-hungry minds.

Lawrence Arts Center - Spend a little time here and enjoy an insight into the cultural and artistic side of the region.

University of Kansas - Swing by this modern local landmark and be inspired by its exceptional design.

Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit - Educate yourself about some of the unique history of the area through this site.

Things to Do in Lawrence with Kids

If you're vacationing with the young ones, there are loads of activities to do together in Lawrence. These family friendly experiences will put huge smiles on faces of all ages:

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Lawrence on a rainy day?

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Are there cheap things to do in Lawrence?

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What can you do in Lawrence for free?

You could store your cash in the hotel safe for the day, because these great attractions will cost you nothing at all:

University of Kansas
Lawrence Arts Center
Haskell Indian Nations University
Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit

Discover the most popular places to visit in Lawrence

University of Kansas Natural History Museum

3.5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at University of Kansas Natural History Museum during your travels in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.

Rock Chalk Park

5/5(21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Rock Chalk Park, a lovely green space in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Allen Fieldhouse

4.5/5(117 reviews)

Catch an event at Allen Fieldhouse during your trip to Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Haskell Indian Nations University

4/5(9 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Haskell Indian Nations University, during your travels in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Lied Center of Kansas

4.5/5(11 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Lied Center of Kansas on your trip to Lawrence. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.

Indoor Aquatic Center

4/5(68 reviews)

Bring your family to Indoor Aquatic Center and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Lawrence Arts Center

4/5(13 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Lawrence Arts Center in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.

Theatre Lawrence

4.5/5(18 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Theatre Lawrence during your trip to Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center

3.5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center during your trip to Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Lawrence

Oread

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oread, South Park Wading Pool and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit are top sights worth seeing.

East Lawrence

Though East Lawrence might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lawrence Arts Center and Theatre Lawrence.

The cream cheese donuts here are LEGENDARY do not miss them if you are in town. I also highly recommend the pudding balls, cherry danish, and chocolate croissant. Bring cash or your checkbook they don't take cards.

Sunset Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sunset Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Lied Center of Kansas and Allen Fieldhouse.

Old West Lawrence

You'll appreciate the live music during your time in Old West Lawrence and you might want to plan a stop by David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium and Lawrence Arts Center while you're in the area.

Deerfield

4/5(58 area reviews)

Deerfield might not have many top sights, but Indoor Aquatic Center and Lied Center of Kansas are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brook Creek

Brook Creek might not have many top sights, but Theatre Lawrence and Allen Fieldhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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