Very cool train museum! Opened originally in 1927, and recently restored to its original…read moreappearance. It is apparently available as an event venue as the large room can be set up with chairs and tables with a kitchen off to one side. Mini-train set that was very cool, full-size train driver system set up, many artifacts and exhibits showing the early history of Kansas and specifically the Union-Pacific Railroad. Interesting to see the marker for the Kansas River flood of 1951 that was above the height of my head! [Review 11418 overall, 1195 of 2019.]

So patriotic, love the flags! They caught my eye as I crossed the Kansas River and I had to see…read morewhat they were. The monument honoring the Medal of Valor recipients is beautiful!

This was the spot that we chose for our closing fellowship at the end of our family reunion on this…read morepast Sunday. They had a really nice area for all of the family. They also extended brunch for us, which was very kind. It was Father's Day, so it was very busy. They also had a pickle ball court and clean bathrooms. We were greeted by our servers, however they only assigned two servers for 40+people. Needless to say our orders took a long time, my daughter-in-law's and mine, being the longest. We ordered the chicken and waffles, but for some reason ours came out about 30 minutes if not more after everyone else's. It was pretty strange. I had to keep asking and we weren't the only ones who ordered that dish. When it finally came, my appetite was actually gone. The waffles were super sweet (I have to watch my sugar intake) and the chicken pieces were small, salty and very dry pieces so I asked for a reimbursement because I didn't like my meal. My niece said hers was just OK. She wasn't impressed. My daughter-in-law did eat hers. The pasta picture attached was my sister's meal. She didn't like the pasta that's why it's still there. She only ate the chicken that was included. Also two of my nieces did not like the Monte Cristo and asked for reimbursement. They said it was the worst day I've ever tasted. Oh I did have a slice of my cousins Mom Pizza and it was different, but delicious. I never had pizza that included potato and honey. In conclusion, it was a great atmosphere and all of the employees were friendly, but many of us did not enjoy our meal. I gave it a four because I don't think it's always like that. I think it was they didn't have enough staff or chefs maybe to take care of us.

It's been a while since we have eaten out , but me and my wife went to the 785 beer company for…read morelunch, it was fantastic!! We had 2 beers I had the cantina driveway was a light beer similar to a corona with a bit more kick and tasted much better and my wife had the glower moon, which was very good, we had sandwiches , I had the pork tenderloin which was really delicious, and my wife had the brisket which was equally as good. Friendly service and we already are planning our next get together here to play pickle ball with friends and have pizza and beer.

I loved strolling through the Kay Mcfarland Japanese garden. This garden is within the Topeka zoo…read more There is a separate entrance for events taking place at the event center. It would be a lovely venue for a wedding reception or quinceañera. I had no problem paying the zoo entrance fee to visit this garden. While there, I also walked around the zoo to look at all the native plantings. I spoke to a very nice, very knowledgeable gardener about the native plants. If you have any interest in plants, this is a beautiful Japanese garden to tour!

My favorite hotel in Topeka, the location in Kansas Avenue offers quick access to downtown…read morelocations. The rooms are comfortable and quite soundproof due to the age of the building. Staff are helpful and competent in all areas. Be sure to sign up for the Marriott Bonvoy program; as you rise in status you'll receive free breakfast and parking in the deck at this location. When checking in, pull into the small circle in front to unload, then park on the street or in their deck, which is across the alley behind the hotel and easy to navigate.

As of now the only reason to stay there is the conference center, hotel is poor at best. It is…read moreunder new management by Wyndham. Hope they make improvements. It was great in the past.

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 :-)

Remarkable building, great spot for brides-to-be to visit for possible upcoming events!!!read more

From the owner: The Governor's Row House is the perfect spot for your next event…read more Dinner parties, business meetings and lunches, weddings, receptions, graduation parties, holiday parties, family reunions and so much more - all can be held in this lovely historic home.

Great downtown location but very poor wedding reception venu! We were seated in three large rooms…read morewith wedding party in middle. See nothing and here nothing! SMALL bathrooms in same hall catering staff must use to serve. Also bathrooms in basement. Street parking for most, at night no problems, day an issue. Your caterer will make a hugh difference.

From the owner: Dillon House Events is a historic mansion that has been fully restored and brought into the 21st…read morecentury with state of the art audio and visual. We have multiple room choices to accommodate events ranging from 7 guests to 200+ guests. Our expert event coordinators are available to assist with the planning every step of the way.

Let's start at the beginning. Check in was not pleasant. I…read morewas initially told that my card was denied. That it looked like it was being flagged for fraudulent activity. I contact the bank and they know nothing of it. No flags on their end. Turns out that at check in, the desk attendant was not putting in the correct expiration date. So after a long while and calls with the bank I got my two rooms. Then another strange thing happened. There was a white male checking in ahead of me. He was greeted very nicely. Was told pool hours, drink hours and even breakfast hours. Guess what I was told? Nothing. Really makes me wonder why. Now let's talk about the rooms. I was going from Cali to Kansas for SIX days. Yes I rather overpack then be missing essentials while there. To my surprise this place has NO ELEVATORS. YES YOU READ THAT RIGHT! NO ELEVATORS. If I had known this it would have been a deal breaker. Once in the rooms they aren't really clean. I moved the bed to put it against the wall and found candy and trash. The curtain had a stain that looked very unpleasant, if I had to guess I wouldn't doubt that it was stool. Each room did had a small fridge and an ironing board but no iron. The AC also had a bad smell released when in use. If you stay here and need your trash taken out or extra towels it's like pulling teeth. I'm guessing it's a covid related that the housekeepers do not go into occupied rooms. Hallways are dusty and dirty. The same trash was on the stairs the day I checked in and the day I checked out. I doubt that it had been vacuum in a very long time. Breakfast bar seems like a nice plus. Just keep in mind that it's the same thing every day. Eggs, sausage, bacon, waffles, fruit and a whole lot of attitude from one of the woman working the bar. She gets really upset if a lot of people show up to breakfast. She does nothing but complain in Spanish about all the people wanting to eat. Do not be surprised if the tables for breakfast are dirty because no one cleans them. They are dirty and sticky. Make sure to bring your own wipes. Hope this helps when booking your stay. Pay the extra money and stay somewhere else. I know that I will. THIS PLACE IS NOT WORTH A SECOND STAY.

I read previous reviews on this place but gave it a shot. Happy that I did…read more We decided to do a STAYCATION here, just to get away from the kids for a day and relax. This place feels like you're in a cabin in Aspin. Though they are in the middle of remodeling, I actually like it the way it is. The lobby is nice and clean and the staff was so pleasant. Check in was super easy. Our room was clean; with microwave, coffee pot and fridge. We got a King bed and we really enjoyed our stay. The place itself was nice and quiet even though it's located off Wanamaker. We had breakfast the next day at 7am which came with the stay. Most hotels have a just a very basic continental breakfast that offers the bare minimum but they had great options; from biscuits and gravy to scrambled eggs, potatoes and sausage. They had a variety of bread choices, coffee and juices. If you wanted cereal and/or oatmeal, they had that too. Overall, we plan to come here again for our relaxation necessities. Make sure to use your AAA option when booking. Compared to the other hotels nearby, the cost was best.

Small chapel and large reception hall. I officiated a small wedding there and was impressed.read more

Definitely recommend!!! I'm so glad we got married here and not some huge corporate space. Every…read moredetail was thought out and they made our wedding day an unforgettable experience. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we knew we had found the perfect venue. The chapel's absolutely charming, and perfect for photos. The coordinator at Little Shawnee Chapel was an absolute gem. From the initial planning stages to the big day itself, they were incredibly helpful and attentive to every detail, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. It was amazing as it allowed my wife to relax and enjoy every moment with her family who flew in. The chapel itself is timeless. It's super well lit, yet cozy. It provided the perfect backdrop for our ceremony, creating an intimate and romantic ambiance that our guests loved. PLUS, the neighboring space allowed extra room for our guests to grab refreshments before and after the ceremony, which other smaller venues in town definitely didn't offer. We can't thank everyone enough for making our wedding day truly special. If you're looking for a venue with charm, character, and exceptional service, look no further than Little Shawnee Chapel. Highly recommended!!!