Where to eat, stay and explore in Topeka
Topeka, our capital city, is home to more than 127,000 people and a great variety of things to do. Shopping, dining, the arts, historical museums, the public library and lots of outdoor recreation areas make our city vibrant. Here are the places to eat and things to do recommended the most by our students and alumni on Instagram.
For a full guide see Visit Topeka!
1. The Pennant
2. The Wheel Barrel
Places to Stay
So many great places to stay that make Topeka feel like home! Check out options nearby in recently revitalized Downtown Topeka or the popular Wanamaker area on the west side of town. Hotels listed have special Washburn rates. For any large group rates, please contact Matt Hutchinson at matthew.hutchinson@washburn.edu or 785.670.1333.
Ramada Downtown
2.9 miles from campus
- 420 Southeast 6th Ave
Topeka, Kansas 66607 - Website | 785.380.8042
Top 4 things to do recommended by students
From outdoor trails to festivals to First Friday Artwalk there are many things to do in Topeka! Here are a few Ichabod favorites.
1. Trails at Cedar Crest, the Governor's Mansion
One SW Cedar Crest Road(I-70 & Fairlawn Road)
Topeka, KS 66606
2. Skyline Park and watching the sunset at Burnett's Mound
3511 SW Skyline ParkwayTopeka, KS 66614
3. Lake Shawnee
Trails, Adventure Cove, disc golf course and gardens
3515 SE Beach TerraceNext to Bettis Family Sports
Topeka, KS 66605
4. Downtown Topeka and NOTO
Shops, restaurants, First Friday Art Walk, activities at Evergy Plaza, farmers market and tour the Kansas State Capitol
630 S Kansas AveTopeka, KS 66603
Admissions Events
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Washburn University Admissions
Morgan Hall Suite 100
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621
Phone & Email
785.670.1030
admissions@washburn.edu