Though they are designed to attract travelers from anywhere, these are actually some of our favorite little attractions to see. These hidden gems in Kansas are typically billed as tourist traps, but they’re tourist traps that we genuinely enjoy. If you’re itching for some fun things to do in Kansas, then come with me to explore these 7 little treasures across our beautiful state.

1. Gunfighters Wax Museum - Dodge City

603 5th Ave, Dodge City, KS 67801, USA
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Though it's hiding out in the Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame building, you'll find a small bit of history preserved in uncanny wax statues in Dodge City. It's a real treat to add to a trip through the area!

2. Truckhenge - Topeka

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The Lessman Farm & Truckhenge, 4124 NE Brier Rd, Topeka, KS 66616, USA
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Truckhenge started as a fight against local government regulations, and ended up a great place to stop by on road trips. Though it's more of a tourist attraction, we'll always remember it as one of our favorite art installations across the state.

Check out this YouTube video by Backroads Tourist giving you a sneak peek of one of the best hidden gems in Kansas.

3. Garden of Eden - Lucas

S. P. Dinsmoor's Garden of Eden, 305 E 2nd St, Lucas, KS 67648, USA
The Garden Of Eden Facebook
This odd concrete construction surrounds a unique house in Lucas, but it goes much farther than what you can see from the street. If you can, get a tour of the place and learn all about the artist and his endless quirks.

Take a quick tour of this quirky place with YouTuber Wichita Drive Cam.

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4. Boot Hill Museum - Dodge City

Boot Hill Museum, 500 W Wyatt Earp Blvd, Dodge City, KS 67801, USA
Boot Hill Museum Facebook
The old west comes together for this Kansas museum, which is definitely more fun than your average museum. Reenactments, events, and more make this museum something extra cool.

5. The Big Well Museum - Greensburg

Big Well Museum, 315 S Sycamore St, Greensburg, KS 67054, USA
The Big Well Museum & Visitor Information Center Facebook
This well has survived so much, from time to a tornado that wiped out the rest of Greensburg. The largest hand-dug well survives, and is now much prettier inside, serving as a local museum as well as the historic well.

6. Dorothy's House & Land of Oz - Liberal

Dorothy's House and the Land of Oz, 567 E Cedar St, Liberal, KS 67901, USA
Dorothy's House & Land of Oz Facebook
Though we are all familiar with Oz and its inhabitants, this museum takes it a step further. Character actors for tours, a beautiful statue, and more make this tourist trap into something we can all enjoy.

Head down the yellow brick road with YouTuber RV New Adventures for a glimpse inside this whimsical museum.

7. World's Largest Hand-Painted Czech Egg - Wilson

Worlds Largest Czech Egg, 2520 Ave D, Wilson, KS 67490, USA
World's Largest Czech Egg Facebook
Speaking of beauty, Wilson has a bit of fame to it as well. The world's largest hand-painted Czech egg is just one small part of the Czech capitol of Kansas, and we think it's a great introduction to the town.

Does your town have a cool tourist trap that you actually enjoy visiting from time to time? Tell us all about it with our location nomination page, and we’ll take a look! Also, if you’re searching for more hidden gems in Kansas, here are some fun things to do in Kansas that are worth exploring.

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  • Kanopolis State Park, Marquette
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