Visit Southwest 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.
Regal West Ridge
You can take time to visit Regal West Ridge during your travels to Topeka.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Self-Guided Topeka Scavenger Hunt: Topeka Top City's Top Sights!
Top hotels in Southwest Topeka
AmericInn by Wyndham Topeka
Staff is friendly and accommodating, we have stayed here twice for family trips and it will continue to be our first choice. Some shopping and restaurants are near by.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Topeka
Clean room, great location
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Topeka
Staff at front desk was amazing:)
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Econo Lodge at Wanamaker
Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Topeka
All good. No issues!!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Topeka
This trip I met the owner and managers who are all very professional and anxious to please. I especially appreciated Zach, who is the maintenance supervisor, for his zeal and helpfulness.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Topeka
Westboro
Though Westboro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Equality House and Topeka Zoological Park.
Collins Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Collins Park and surrounding area, you can visit Equality House 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.
Historic Holiday Park North
While there might not be top attractions in Historic Holiday 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.
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 Ward Meade Park.
