Southwest Topeka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Topeka
Popular places to visit
Lake Shawnee
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shawnee during your travels in Topeka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
Topeka Zoological Park
Why not meet the animals who call Topeka Zoological Park home during your holiday in Topeka? Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.
Gage Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gage Park, a lovely green space 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 when you take a trip to 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.
Activities
An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Topeka Top City's Top Sights!
Our pick of the best Southwest Topeka Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Topeka
"My wife and I had an amazing stay at the Hilton Garden Inn in Topeka, from the moment we arrived. We were impressed with the staff and how they made thing so welcoming, they were professional and extremely helpful. I loved that this hotel was close to restaurants, shopping and local attractions."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Topeka
"Our room was very clean and maintained well. The breakfast was good and the coffee was hot."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Topeka
"Property appears to be in an exterior remodel project. Room was clean, but toilet didn’t flush right and ended up not flushing at all. Even the toilet in lobby area didn’t flush all the way, indicating it may be a property wide issue. It was an ok experience, but definitely not my favorite property ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Topeka
"Staff was excellent, I was surprised there wasn't a continental bkf"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Econo Lodge Topeka at Wanamaker
"The hotel parking lot needs lots of work. After arrival I noticed the shower curtain was moldy and the bed had rusty stains on it. The room flooring was uneven and it felt that I was sleeping with my head down and my feet were up. There was lots of noise in the room next to me and kept me awake most ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Topeka
"There were bugs in the bed. Front desk did say they were not bed bugs?? The indoor pool was disgusting and didn’t look open thank goodness . Ice machine did not work. Do not recommend staying at this hotel!!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Topeka
Westboro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westboro and surrounding area, you can visit Topeka Zoological Park and Gage Park.
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 Gage Park.
College Hill
Though College Hill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stormont Vail Events Center 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
Greater Auburndale might not have many top sights, but Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden and Topeka Zoological Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Potwin Place
Potwin Place might not have many top sights, but Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden and Kansas State Capitol are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
