11 Kansas Items To Add To Your To-Do List This Summer

We would travel every week if we could, but sometimes things get in the way. For those of us who love to make lists of our favorite places, here's some inspiration! This Kansas to-do list for summer 2020 is sure to keep you planning for sunny days and road trips. Make sure to write down anything you've never seen! for a day in the future when you're in the area.

1. Safari Zoological Park - Caney, KS

Safari Zoological Park isn't a normal zoo, but instead a zoo where you have the option to interact directly with animals. Time is limited, but you get plenty when you choose what animal you'd like to interact with. Whether that's a large boa constrictor or a baby lemur, you will have a wild time here.Here's our full article on this summer list item.

2. The Kansas Brewery Trail

If you're a drinker or appreciate a local beer, this brewery tour is the perfect summer activity for you. Take a safe trip from place to place to take a sip of their wares and consider bringing some home with you.Here's our full article on this summer list item.

3. Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden - Bucyrus, KS

This beautiful arboretum is always a stunning spot to see, whether the wind is blowing hard or the breeze is colder than usual. We recommend checking out the whole place. Here's our full article on this summer list item.

4. Iola, KS

Iola, Kansas is a stunning place that is also home to plenty of colorful buildings and the country's largest town square. It's a gorgeous place that also happens to be home to great restaurants and antique stores to last you a day or weekend trip.Here's our full article on this summer list item.

5. Ad Astra Alpacas - Baldwin City, KS

Have you ever wanted to visit a family of alpacas? These fluffy creatures are great for kids and adults, and offer a unique look into somewhere you might not see often. Plus, who doesn't love fluffy farm animals?Here's our full article on this summer list item.

6. Bourbon State Fishing Lake - Uniontown, KS

We all love waterfalls, and most of us are aware that Kansas doesn't have many of them. Luckily, the one at this fishing lake is perfect for both slow waterfalls when it's drier and louder rushing water after a good rain. Best of both worlds!Here's our full article on this summer list item.

7. Wetlands and Wildlife Scenic Byway

This scenic drive will take you between two amazing areas with a plethora of wildlife, most of it during the spring and fall being shorebirds that migrate through here on their way back and forth from the sea. Here's our full article on this summer list item.

8. Beautiful Day Cafe - Wichita, KS

If you're the book loving type, you probably also love good food and coffee. All of those come together at the Beautiful Day Cafe, a spot where it's the best of both worlds. A good book and a meal done right is a dream come true. Here's our full article on this summer list item.

9. Abilene, KS

Abilene is one of Kansas's most beautiful towns, and we wholeheartedly agree. There's so much history to Abilene, and we also love how friendly the people here are. It's that Kansas spirit! Here's our full article on this summer list item.

10. Fick Fossil & History Museum - Oakley, KS

For lovers of fossils and history, this museum can't be overlooked. It's a great choice for all ages, whether they're fans of fossils or horse drawn carriages. Here's our full article on this summer list item.

11. New Lancaster General Store - Paola, KS

This general store is also a winery, serving fresh wines made right here in Paola. If you're lucky, they'll still have some peach and blackberry when you visit.Here's our full article on this summer list item.

Check out the map below for all of the locations except for the Kansas Brewery Trail.

What places are you ready to visit this summer? Tell us about them in the comments and the new Only In Your State place nomination feature.