Lawrence Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lawrence
Lawrence
Photo by Andi Allen
Photo by Andi Allen
Photo by Morgan O'riley
Photo by Morgan O'riley
Photo by Heather Doughty Photography
Photo by Heather Doughty Photography

Where to stay in Lawrence

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Oread

While visiting Oread, you might make a stop by sights like South Park Wading Pool and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit.

Oread
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Downtown Lawrence

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lawrence, Lawrence Arts Center and Watkins Community Museum of History are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Lawrence
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East Lawrence

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Lawrence and surrounding area, you can visit Hobbs Park Memorial and Lawrence Arts Center.

East Lawrence
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Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills might not have many top sights, but Lied Center of Kansas and Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sunset Hills
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Hillcrest

While Hillcrest isn't home to many top sights, David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium and Spencer Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hillcrest
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North Lawrence

While North Lawrence may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lawrence Arts Center and Hobbs Park Memorial.

North Lawrence
StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
6101 Rock Chalk Dr, Lawrence, KS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,833 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,833
฿3,268 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,137 reviews)
"Property was new and clean. Staff was super friendly and helpful. The rooms were spacious and nicely decorated. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

3 out of 5
2176 East 23rd St, Lawrence, KS
The price is ฿2,998 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,998
฿3,458 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Bed was ver co"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence
Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

2.5 out of 5
151 Mcdonald Dr, Lawrence, KS
The price is ฿2,705 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿2,705
฿3,120 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Neat and safe."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area
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Bright Lawrence Vacation Rental ~ 1 Mi to KU!

Bright Lawrence Vacation Rental ~ 1 Mi to KU!

3 out of 5
Lawrence, KS
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Lawrence. Enjoy free parking, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Massachusetts Street and Theatre ...
Bright Lawrence Vacation Rental ~ 1 Mi to KU!
Washburn Hotel Suites

Washburn Hotel Suites

4 out of 5
1635 SW Washburn Ave, Topeka, KS
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Topeka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mulvane Art Museum and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (138 reviews)
"The only thing I was disappointed with was the master bedroom furniture placement. The Queen bed was placed against a wall, not just the head of the bed but also a side. There was no way to get in bed on that side, you have to crawl up from the foot of the bed. I will be more observant in furniture ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Washburn Hotel Suites
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Overlook Park

Overlook Park

After visiting Overlook Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music and entertainment venues.

Overlook Park

Allen Fieldhouse

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

Allen Fieldhouse

Rock Chalk Park

Rock Chalk Park is just one of the places to see in Lawrence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Rock Chalk Park

Haskell Indian Nations University

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.

Haskell Indian Nations University

Lawrence Arts Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Lawrence Arts Center in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Lawrence Arts Center

Lied Center of Kansas

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

Lied Center of Kansas