The best croissants and coffee in town! A perfect morning stop before exploring Lawrence.
A local favorite (and Matt’s former workplace!). Classic, delicious donuts. Get the apple fritter and thank us later.
The oldest brewery in Kansas, offering great beer and fantastic pub food in a historic setting.
A scenic walking and biking trail along the Kansas River, perfect for a peaceful stroll. If you're lucky you may spot some eagles!
Learn about the rich history of Lawrence and Kansas and how Lawrence got the motto "From ashes to immortality". Free admission!
A must-visit for basketball fans! As Matt lovingly calls it, "The Church of Naismith" also houses James Naismith’s original Rules of Basketball. Rock chalk!
For a taste of the quintessential Kansas prairie, take a day trip to take in the stunning natural landscape showcasing the rare tallgrass prairie ecosystem, and maybe see some bison along the way.
"They got some crazy little women there and I'm gonna get me one..." If you have some extra time, Kansas City is only a 45-minute drive away and well worth the visit! Barbecue: We especially love Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que (3002 W 47th Ave.), Q39 (1000 W 39th St.), and Arthur Bryant’s (1727 Brooklyn Ave.). Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (1616 E 18th St.) – A powerful museum dedicated to the history of Black baseball in America. American Jazz Museum (1616 E 18th St.) – Located in the same building as the Negro Leagues Museum, this is a must for music lovers. Head down the street to the Green Lady lounge for world-class live music after. Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (4525 Oak St.) – A top-knotch art museum featuring everything from ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces. Plus, the famous shuttlecock sculptures! Free admission to all permanent exhibits.