Downtown Lawrence

Lawrence

Aerial View of Lawrence, Kansas and its State University
Aerial View of Lawrence, Kansas and its State University
Wow is all I can say about this gorgeous view. It's perfect for... Well, just about anything really. Great for pictures!
Dusk looking out over the valley below Mount Oread. Nothing beats wandering this scenic campus to the sound of the carillon bells which sound every quarter hour. On Wednesday evening and Sunday afternoons faculty or students perform on the instrument. Wander the green space around Potters Lake during a concert for a truly magical experience. The campanile is a WWII memorial, so be sure to check out the structure itself too.
Free state brewery is the microbrewery for Kansas University, the Jay hawks. There you can get samplers, 5 oz glasses, of their brews. I tried the IPA and the lager... and then the wheat and another style lager. It's a great place at night. Went during the week, so it was a little more chill then weekends. Good beer though, but good luck finding it outside Lawrence. You can go back if you ask nicely to their tanks.

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Top hotels in Downtown Lawrence

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence

3 out of 5
1 Riverfront Plz Lawrence KS
The price is P6,907 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
P6,907
P8,106 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (732 reviews)
The staff was exceptional!

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence
TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

3 out of 5
900 New Hampshire Street Lawrence KS
The price is P6,789 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P6,789
P7,967 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (576 reviews)
Excellent stay! friendly and professional staff, perfect location. Beautiful facility, very clean! Wonderful rooms! Will definitely come again!

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown
StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
6101 Rock Chalk Dr Lawrence KS
The price is P4,721 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P4,721
P5,540 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,267 reviews)
Staff were welcoming and breakfast was hot and ready to go! We would stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

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 P5,417 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P5,417
P6,356 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Everything was great. Rooms were clean, staff was great and breakfast was good.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence
The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
1200 Oread Ave Lawrence KS
The price is P8,419 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P8,419
P9,964 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Walking distance to dining & sporting venues!!!

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

4 out of 5
200 Mcdonald Dr Lawrence KS
The price is P4,746 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
P4,746
P5,569 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lawrence. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Room was clean. Staff was friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lawrence

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Old West Lawrence

You'll appreciate the live music during your time in Old West Lawrence and you might want to plan a stop by Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center and David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium while you're in the area.

Old West Lawrence
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East Lawrence

Though East Lawrence might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lawrence Arts Center and Theatre Lawrence.

East Lawrence
Strong Hall at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas on a Sunny Day

Oread

If you're spending some time in Oread, South Park Wading Pool and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit are top sights worth seeing.

Oread
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Hillcrest

Though Hillcrest might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium and Allen Fieldhouse.

Hillcrest
Buildings of Downtown Lawrence in Douglas County, Kansas

Brook Creek

Brook Creek might not have many top sights, but Theatre Lawrence and Lawrence Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brook Creek
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University Place

While University Place might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Booth Family Hall of Athletics and Allen Fieldhouse.

University Place


Downtown Lawrence