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The Little Apple®

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What’s Manhappenin’?

Welcome to Manhattan, Kansas

Come spend time in the Midwest and experience our college-town charm. There’s an energy here with all these students that lifts you up and makes you excited to engage in life. So many opportunities and adventures await in the beautiful rolling hills of the Flint Hills region. Discover a zest for activity from the eclectic shopping, unique local dining, and one-of-a-kind attractions.

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Known as The Little Apple Plan an Adventure in Manhattan, Kansas

Kansas State University

The No. 1 choice of high school students in the state of Kansas, Kansas State University is also the state's first established public institution of higher learning.

Arts & Culture

We boast a vibrant and growing art culture that captures the essence of creativity and community engagement. With a dedication to both visual and performing arts, Manhattan is steadily becoming the center for cultural discovery and exploration in Kansas, offering visitors…

Outdoors

Kansas provides a beautiful landscape for outdoor activities, with an abundance of space on Manhattan's doorstep.

Shopping

No trip is complete without a shopping splurge! You're familiar with many known retail stores, and Manhattan offers a number of local stores with the one-of-a-kind finds to treasure.

Surrounding Region

Visit surrounding communities to learn the region's rich history. From casual trips to historic trails, military past and present to the whimsy of OZ, and ultimately stunning panoramic vistas and Flint Hills beauty as far as the eye can see, Manhattan is surrounded by different…

History & Museums

The story begins aboard a steamboat ... which chugged to Kansas from Ohio, then ran aground on the Kansas River. The year was 1855. Over one hundred seventy years later, the same Downtown Manhattan area stands and thrives.

Attractions

Small-town charm. Rolling hills. Unique sunsets. Natural landscape. Incredible outdoor action. Entertainment abounds for excited travelers seeking adventure.

Featured & Upcoming Events What’s Manhappenin’?

Experience Manhattan’s diverse and amazing events that are sure to delight your senses!

things to do

Discover a Zest for Activity 

Small-town charm. Rolling hills. Unique sunsets. Natural landscape. Incredible outdoor action.

Aggieville

The state’s first shopping and entertainment district in the heart of Manhappiness is always…

Sunset Zoo

Centrally located, just a half-mile off Fort Riley Boulevard and minutes from Downtown Manhattan…

Art Murals

Manhattan features several pieces of art throughout town. Find more than 30 art murals in town…

Biking

Manhattan and Kansas State University are both recognized as a bronze-level, bicycle friendly…

Boating

Tuttle Creek Lake is the place to enjoy fun boating activities like tubing, water skiing and…

Disc Golf

Playing disc golf simply takes a handful of discs and players are ready for an hour of fun. Courses…

Golf

The terrain of the Flint Hills region offers superb panoramas to excite both the occasional golfer…

Swimming

Looking for a spot to go swimming in Manhattan? Find a list of swimming spots in Manhattan you…

Shopping

No trip is complete without a shopping splurge! You're familiar with many known retail stores…