This is a fantastic place to bring the whole family--fun for all ages! For just $9 per person (kids…read moreand adults), you get access to a huge indoor play space filled with themed areas like a veterinary clinic, grocery store, mechanic garage, painting station, dinosaur zone, and more. There are also sensory stations that encourage imagination and creative exploration. A brand-new indoor water area is set to open on June 10th, which will be an exciting addition. The outdoor space is just as impressive, featuring nature trails, a sandbox, water play area, treehouse, bikes, and more. We especially appreciated the separate toddler-only zones that keep the littlest ones safe while they play. With so much to do, we easily spent around 3 hours exploring. You're welcome to pack a lunch and enjoy it at one of the indoor picnic tables or outside in the peaceful pollinator garden. Highly recommend for a fun, interactive, and affordable family outing!

We had the greatest time here with our Grandson. He is 17 months old and played for 2 1/2 hours…read moreand could have played longer but we needed to go eat lunch. There are many activities that entertain kids and I would say up to ten maybe. Some of the areas included were painting, grocery store, a car repair shop, restaurant, water feature, air flow type activities, small area for toddlers, outdoor activities, blocks, plus many more things. I like that adults have to be with children in order to enter. We decided to go ahead and get a year long membership. With the membership I could put my grandchildren on it and they can even go with their parents if we are not with them at no charge. There are also workers spread throughout the area who are so very kind and do a great job at keeping the place picked up and organized.

My daughter had a great time here! They were pretty busy since school was out and all the customers…read moreseemed to be having a good time. Basically it's a craft studio for kid. You walk in, pick out the craft you want to do, and an employee helps you gather the necessary supplies so you can get started. Projects are around $8 to $12 each. All supplies needed are included in that price. They have lots of projects to pick from. Everyone in the studio was working on something different while we were there. The staff is friendly and they appear to really enjoy their job. The location is adorable and filled with bright colors. Perfect outing with the family!

Went here last weekend, the woman was so helpful and patient with my kids. Overall a fun location…read morewith plenty to keep your kids busy with! Great place for craft lovers

I love animals and this is a prime example of how important it is to educate people of all ages!…read moreEvery breathing being large or small on our planet needs to be cared for. A zoo is a place we need to support! On a road trip we went out of our way to get some exercise and walk around the Topeka Kansas Zoo. It was a hot summer day and the perfect place to explore a new city and zoo! This is a small facility so every person that comes here makes a big impact on the budget. The animals at this zoo are so amazingly entertaining and beautiful! They need your support. Visit in person for only $10 entry fee. If you can't make it in person, show up by going online to support these animals and the Topeka Zoo. Remodeling projects are in progress and funding is necessary so that the residents have improved habitats. Find the Topeka Kansas Zoo online and make a donation!

I love coming here and you do not need to have children to enjoy. It has a great variety of trails…read moreto choose from, lovely pond area, places to picnic and more. The area for kids where they can take the train ride, go to the zoo and support our local community is where it's at. There are plenty of spots to grill out and there is a nice community pool. All in all a one stop fun area and it's well maintained.

Went here for big bros big sis outing and my little said its fun and we should come here every day…read more he liked the sky zone warrior course the best and the racing games!

A lot of fun with the kids and fairly good value for money - especially knowing you're going to get…read morethem fairly worn out and maybe sleepier later :-)

This is an excellent park and zoo, such a wonderful attraction in Topeka. It's a real gem of a…read moreplace.

Thanks to the sunflower summer app, kids and their parents can enjoy the zoo once per summer for…read morefree. We were invited to a party in Topeka, and if we were going to drive the hour from KC, we might as well make a day of it! This zoo is the perfect size for younger children like we have (ages 2, and almost 4). We saw a bear, giraffes, hippos, elephants, moneys, and more! The new giraffe house is really awesome! It puts you really close to the giraffes. When my daughter got in the giraffe house she had this huge face of excitement and said, "woh!" It was also my favorite exhibit. We like that the zoo is small, and doesn't take all day. I also like that a lot of exhibits are in door because the Midwest has a lot of months with unbearable weather. There needs to be a lot more updates to the zoo, and that's why a 4/5. We will be back I am sure. When we left we paid to go in the miniature train and the kids loved that. Lastly, we went to the discovery center which is only a couple of minutes away. There is so much to do in such close proximity for kids.

No regrets! We did my son's birthday there and it was fantastic…read more Basically stress free compared to when I did it at my home last year. The age range was newborn to 8 years old and they all had fun. Will absolutely consider it for next year as well!

From the owner: Welcome to To The Stars Play Cafe, a fully inclusive haven designed to nurture the physical,…read moresocial, and emotional well-being of children and families. Founded by a dedicated local mom and industry expert with over 13 years of experience, our cafe is more than just a place to play—it's a vibrant community space where families can connect, learn, and grow together. At To The Stars, we believe in the power of play as a vital component of childhood development. Our thoughtfully designed environment features interactive play areas that encourage creativity, cooperation, and exploration, catering to children of all abilities. From sensory play zones to arts and crafts stations, every corner is filled with opportunities for children to express themselves and forge friendships. For the grown ups, our menu features delicious snacks and hand crafted beverages to fuel everyone's adventures. Join us at To The Stars Play Cafe, where every child is celebrated, every family is welcomed, and every visit is a step towards a brighter, healthier future. Together, let’s reach for the stars!

These folks know their aquascaping. Their prices indicate they're proud of that which they offer,…read morebut it's all premium stuff. I'd advise taking care with fish- they use RO water, so drip acclimation will be necessary if you're on KC tap water. The Pygmy's cories I got from them were healthy, but they needed a slow acclimation to be put into my quarantine. They're now in the display. They're knowledgeable about their fish and plants (I'd assume salt water as well, but I don't have a saltwater tank, so I can't say one way or the other). The plants I've purchased from them have been great, except for one buce brownie tissue culture that melted and hasn't come back, but apparently my tank doesn't like buce, because I've tired multiple times, and buce melts and never come back, so I don't fault them for that. Their plants are nearly always in good shape and happy. I did buy some downoi that was super leggy, and so I trimmed it to use only the best of it. It's there, in the tank, and I'm watching to see what it does. But the tissue culture of the downoi I got from them really took off, and is propagating just fine. Their cost is in line with online sellers when you factor in shipping. I'll continue to use them. I've been pleased with the knowledge of the employees and their locality.

Amazing store and staff! I have purchased all of my aquarium plants and many of my aquarium needs…read morefrom them. Everyone is always so helpful and friendly.

Wow! I cannot say enough about Sky's the Limit. The truck itself is sparkling clean and looks brand…read morenew. Employees are extremely helpful and kind. I really liked the outdoor game portion which some don' t offer. The kids had a blast. Would recommend to anyone.

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I attended an event at Mission Creek Camp this past weekend and had a wonderful time! This camp is…read moreTRULY what my childhood summer camp dreams were all about - adorable rustic cabins, hiking trails, and a big, beautiful pond nestled into the woods of rural Kansas. It's about 15 minutes away from I-70, so you truly get out in nature and away from the busyness of everyday life. It was quiet and so peaceful - a perfect little retreat. FYI: There is very little cell service in the area. It's definitely a plus if you want to get away from it all, but know you might be offline for a while when you go.