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By Samantha Lucciarini, Publisher
Welcome to Wichita, colloquially known as the ICT. As a third-generation real estate professional and a natural-born social butterfly, I love exploring our city through the eyes of a tourist. But it doesn’t stop there. There are several incredible gems just outside our city limits. Happy exploring!
BARTLETT ARBORETUM Located in Belle Plaine and established in 1910, you can view 64 different trees and endless amounts of flowers. It’s a great place for weddings, concerts, benefits and a farmers’ market. CY’S HOOF AND HORN Located in downtown Sedgwick, you’ll be hard-pressed to find another restaurant that offers exceptional homemade meals like Cy’s. Home cooking at its finest! ELDERSLIE FARM A true farm-to-table dining experience located in Kechi. You can enjoy brunch, dinner, a creamery that utilizes traditional methods to produce fine cheeses, and even pick your own blackberries.
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GRACE HILL WINERY Whitewater, Kansas, is a lot closer than Napa, but don’t fret... You’ll feel like you’re on the West Coast when you arrive at this winery. They offer a ton of events, live music on Fridays and options for tastings. You can even participate in harvest every August through September! GREAT PLAINS NATURE CENTER A nature preserve in the middle of the city, The Chisholm Creek Park is a natural oasis and is the largest in Wichita at 282 acres! This is my favorite place to ride bikes or explore the miles of paved trails. HOORAY RANCH If you’re an avid hunter or wildlife enthusiast, the short drive to Kingman is worth it. The ranch boasts over 20,000 acres of intensively managed prime wildlife habitat. They offer several kinds of hunts and facilities for private events.
KANSAS STAR CASINO This casino, located in Mulvane, is the perfect spot for a date night or getaway. With several restaurants, a hotel and a full calendar of events, get ready to be entertained. LUCIANO’S I’ve tried a lot of Italian food in my time and this gem in Mulvane is as close as you can get to a handmade dish from Italy. The traditional cuisine is matched by a genuine ambiance, complete with live music. SHINDIGS BAR & GRILL This isn’t just another restaurant, it’s an experience. The decor, architecture and ambiance of this former railroad freight station in Winfield are one of a kind. Situated right next to a railroad, the views from the second story deck are charming!
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