Location: Leavenworth
Top Things to do in Leavenworth
10 Things to Do in Leavenworth That You Shouldn't Miss
Leavenworth is the largest city in and the county seat of Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 35,251. Located on the west bank of the Missouri River 25 mi (40 km) northwest of Kansas City, Missouri, it is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Restaurants in Leavenworth
1. Ft Leavenworth Army Installation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Jgh59 - Ruther Glen, Virginia
I'm attending school at Ft Leavenworth - what a beautiful Army post. My school is located in the old disciplinary barracks (prison for convicted Soldiers). The Army has re-purposed some of the old buildings for offices and classrooms - great use of the space. You won't get onto post without an ID card, no exceptions..
2. C.W. Parker Carousel Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
The C.W. Parker Carousel Museum is a wonderful stop for the ENTIRE family. With 4 antique carousels, and a hand-carved, wood, carousel from 1913 that ALL who come can ride, it is a memorable museum. You can take a Guided Tour, a Virtual Guided Tour (utilizing QR codes), or just ride the fast, fun carousel. All tours include a short video and a carousel ride. An adult guided tour is only $6.00. Carousel rides are $1.50 and get cheaper the more you purchase. There is also a quaint, little gift shop, with many carousel items and much, much more. Whether you are 1 or 101 years old, a ride on the carousel is something special.
Reviewed By lordgarner - Doonan, Australia
Not sure what we expected of this attraction but we were truly amazed.
Jerry was our guide and what he didn't know about the history of "Carry All" wasn't worth knowing. To see how they were constructed and the wood carvers expertise was certainly impressive. Topped off by a ride on the world's fastest and oldest carousel was exhilarating.
3. Queen's Pantry Teas
Overall Ratings
5 based on 23 reviews
Our goal has always been to provide quality, familiar British products to our community. We are proud to offer one of the Midwest's largest selections of British foods, gifts and teas. We carry more than 170 blends of loose leaf tea and a large selection of bagged teas. Along side our teas, we carry a comprehensive selection of tea accessories and necessities. We enjoy sharing tea and tea knowledge with everyone from beginners to life-long tea drinkers.
Reviewed By E S
My husband and I were in Leavenworth for an overnight getaway. We visited the shops downtown on Saturday morning. I had seen the reviews on trip advisor about what a great place this was and made it a point to stop in. I am not...MoreWe so enjoyed having you stop in the shop and I am so glad your experience was a good one! Thanks!
4. Buffalo Soldier Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Jason V - Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
Visited this memorial park during while attending school at Fort Leavenworth. Great walking paths leading to statues of historical figures in history. The fountain is a wonderful place to sit and reflect on what the Buffalo Soldiers have done for our nation.
5. Carroll Mansion
Overall Ratings
5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By judavh - Morro Bay, California
I remember the Carroll family's love and dedication to my childhood grade school, Sacred Heart School. Every Easter season they would donate a huge beautiful Easter Basket for fundraiser .... I dreamed of winning it (but never did!) Altho this was just one of the many wonderful contributions by this wonderful family. Their home is truly blessed!
6. Leavenworth Antique Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By TeaGee - Leavenworth, Kansas
Anything and everything can be found in the myriad of booths here at the Antique Mall. Trinkets, collectibles, furniture and more! Several levels of awesome antique and vintage items. Something new every time we visit! Definitely stop in! You could seriously spend ALL day here!
7. Richard Allen Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By skipsaundra - Kansas City
A group of 30 visited after a trip to Fort Leavenworth. This is a place were kids come for tutoring in the lower level. On the second level, the front half has displays of African American history. The back half is a home that was moved to this location. It has two bedrooms, a kitchen and living room. They were set up with furniture, toys, ect. that were period correct. It was a great experience.
8. Chapel of the Veterans
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By gabi_kansas - KC
How incredibly disappointing that a chapel isn't open on the weekends!
From the outside, I can tell you how beautiful the chapel is. The gargoyles are especially interesting to see....very unusual to be seen on a church.
I would have love to have gone inside on a beautiful Saturday when we were visiting. The hours don't really seem to be visitor-friendly unfortunately.
9. USP Leavenworth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Wineaux FromAlexandria - Alexandria, Virginia
Visting USP Leavenworth is really just a drive-by attraction but the facility itself is very impressive. Built in 1897, USP Leavenworth is one of the oldest prisons operated by the federal government and it was originally designed as a maximum security prison and has a capacity of nearly 1,900 inmates. The prison was built by prisoners from the nearby military disciplinary barracks located on Fort Leavenworth.
The prison complex includes a herd of buffalo that is visible from the Metropolitan Highway and the Federal Prison Industries where inmates work building commercial products while gaining work experience in the trades.
10. Riverfront Community Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By skipsaundra - Kansas City
On a tour of Leavenworth we stopped here for a catered lunch served by volunteer "Harvey Girls". They were dressed in costume and gave a short and interesting presentation. The catered food was good and all of the tables had the "Harvey" white tablecloths with cloth napkins. The building is quite large and very interesting.
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