Location: Hutchinson
Top Things to do in Hutchinson
What to do and see in Hutchinson, Kansas (KS): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Hutchinson is the largest city and county seat in Reno County, Kansas, United States, and located on the Arkansas River. It has been home to salt mines since 1887, thus its nickname of "Salt City", but locals call it "Hutch". As of the 2010 census, the city population was 42,080.
Restaurants in Hutchinson
1. Cosmosphere
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 657 reviews
The Cosmosphere International SciEd Center & Space Museum is a Smithsonian affiliated museum in Hutchinson, KS. Its collection includes U.S. space artifacts second only to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, and the largest collection of Russian space artifacts outside of Moscow. This unique collection allows the Cosmosphere to tell the story of the Space Race better than any museum in the world while offering fully immersive education experiences that meet the Next Generation Science Standards and introduce students to the power of wondering—asking the critical questions that lead to discovery. The Cosmosphere also features the Carey Digital Dome Theater offering documentary showings daily; experience the night sky in the Justice Planetarium; Dr. Goddard’s Lab, where visitors experience live science demonstrations daily; and featuring CosmoKids, an interactive play area for Young Explorers.
Reviewed By 842ricka - Harrah, United States
Fantastic US Space Program museum! World class museum of Space relics including Gus Grissom’s Liberty Bell 7 and Apollo 13 Command Module as well as numerous other space and aviation items. My wife and I very much enjoyed our visit there and highly recommend it! The Cosmosphere is truly a national treasure!
2. Strataca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 790 reviews
Travel 650 feet underground into an active salt mine! Experience a cool and soothing subterranean world formed by salt deposits in the Permian Sea long ago. See the raw mine as it was left more than 50 years ago on the Salt Mine Express train ride and catch a guided tour on a tram to the Dark Ride. You won't want to miss a special gallery filled with authentic movie costumes and memorabilia. And don't miss the SALT SAFARI add on tour. A one hour guided adventure tour that goes BEYOND STRATACA. See salt formations not available to the general public until now! Limited capacity -- only 12 visitors at a time depart 3-4 times a day.
Reviewed By 789alm
Kansas Underground Salt Museum is at the top of our list for entertaining out of state guests. They always enjoy the cool break from summer heat, the entertaining guides, and the insights into the salt mining industry in Kansas.
3. Reno County Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
The Reno County Museum is focused on preserving, interpreting, and sharing the history of Reno County Kansas. We have 5 exhibit galleries and rotate exhibits on a regular basis. There is something new to see and learn often inside our museum. Our permanent outdoor exhibits include the Siegrist Claim House, Out House, and a Pioneer Jail. We are located in the heart of Downtown Hutchinson. In addition to our great exhibits, visitors can access our public Vaden Stroud Research Library, the Houston Whiteside Conference Room, and the Oodleplex! The Oodleplex is an imaginative interactive play area for children located on the Museum's second floor. Admission to the Oodleplex is $1.00 per child. The Houston Whiteside Conference Room hosts many Museum events and it's also open for public events too! You can find out about booking the Houston Whiteside Conference Room by calling or emailing us. You can also visit our website and our Facebook Page!
4. The Alley of Hutchinson
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
5. Smith's Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By 660kristinem - Star Valley Ranch, United States
You have got to stop here, they have some very unique sauces, pickles, candies, it’s a great little store in the heart of Hutchinson, you need to get, Smiths Market salsa, it’s smoky flavor and very, very hot, it is great, their fudge is to die for also. This is a great place to stop and check out.
6. Mall 8 Hutchinson Theatre
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3.5 based on 19 reviews
