Oakland
Topeka
Popular places to visit
Kansas State Capitol
After visiting Kansas State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site
Find out about the history of Topeka with a stop at Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Washburn University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Washburn University, during your travels in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Stormont Vail Events Center
Catch an event at Stormont Vail Events Center during your trip to Topeka. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Lake Shawnee
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shawnee during your travels in Topeka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Topeka Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a performance at Topeka Performing Arts Center, a storied theater in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Self-Guided Topeka Scavenger Hunt: Topeka Top City's Top Sights!
Top hotels in Oakland
StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Great staff, very clean room. Super comfy beds.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Hyatt Place Topeka
All the above the only complaint was the bathroom was small. The bed and pillows comfy. The room was huge. I would definitely stay again
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Endeavor Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Great staff, clean room
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Hampton Inn Topeka
Very nice and comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Checking in was friendly and courteous as it’s necessary to leave you luggage at the lobby to use the shared parking structure about a 1/2 block from the hotel. Better parking would be ideal. Hotel room was super comfortable and loved the varied lighting to have a relaxed atmosphere in the room. ...
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Topeka at Forbes Landing
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was super friendly, quickly coming to our room when we couldn’t figure out the heating. The price was amazing for our stay- definitely a great value!
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
Downtown Topeka
If you're spending some time in Downtown Topeka, Topeka Performing Arts Center and Kansas State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
Potwin Place
While Potwin Place might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden and Kansas State Capitol.
Historic Holliday Park North
While there might not be top attractions in Historic Holliday Park North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kansas State Capitol and Topeka Performing Arts Center.
Greater Auburndale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Greater Auburndale and surrounding area, you can visit Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden and Topeka Zoological Park.
College Hill
When in College Hill, you can plan a visit to Stormont Vail Events Center and Kansas State Capitol, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Collins Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Collins Park and surrounding area, you can visit Topeka Zoological Park and Stormont Vail Events Center.
