Things to Do with Kids in Fort Riley, KS

  • TripBuzz found 40 things to do with kids in or near Fort Riley, Kansas, including 37 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manhattan, Junction City and Abilene.
  • From King Field House Fort Riley MWR to Custer House, the Fort Riley area offers 24 different types of family activities, including: Historic Buildings, Historic Homes, Recreation Centers and History Museums.
  • A U.S. Army installation, Fort Riley, KS became the site of the U.S. Calvary School in 1887. The fort played a key role in many wars, including the world wars, Korean War, Cold War, Vietnam, The Gulf War, and many more. The Buffalo Soldiers were stationed at Fort Riley many times in history and the fort has preserved artifacts to illustrate its past.
  • TripBuzz found 40 things to do with kids in or near Fort Riley, Kansas, including 37 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manhattan, Junction City and Abilene.
  • From King Field House Fort Riley MWR to Custer House, the Fort Riley area offers 24 different types of family activities, including: Historic Buildings, Historic Homes, Recreation Centers and History Museums.
  • A U.S. Army installation, Fort Riley, KS became the site of the U.S. Calvary School in 1887. The fort played a key role in many wars, including the world wars, Korean War, Cold War, Vietnam, The Gulf War, and many more. The Buffalo Soldiers were stationed at Fort Riley many times in history and the fort has preserved artifacts to illustrate its past.
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13.3 Miles
68% 141 votes
Zoos 2333 Oak Street, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
All types of animals from all around the world find their home at the Sunset Zoo. The peacocks roam freely around the zoo, all day, every day. There are also special programs, such as the petting of some animals.
13.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Swimming Pool 3309 Robinson, Manhattan, KS 66503 MoreLess Info
Open for the summer season, CiCo Park Swimming Pool features a 25 meter pool available to the public for recreational swimming. The pool is located in a 97 acre park with amenities like a sports complex.
13.7 Miles
71% 7 votes
History Museums 2309 Claflin Road, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
Housing a research library and changing exhibits, the Riley County Historical Museum contains a variety of photos, artifacts and documents that strive to preserve the history of Manhattan, Kansas and surrounding counties. Guided tours available upon request.
13.9 Miles
88% 8 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 1800 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
Located in Kansas State University, Bill Snyder Family Stadium features the school's football team, the Wildcats, in a 50,000 seat stadium. The stadium has concession stands, a hall of fame museum, and a gift shop with Wildcat merchandise.
14.3 Miles
93% 155 votes
Zoos 1500 Denison Ave, Manhattan, KS 66506 MoreLess Info
Housed in the old Dairy Barn from the University's campus, the Kansas State University Insect Zoo displays insects from all around the world, including arthropods. Guided tours are a chance of seeing and understanding live specimens.
14.3 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks 1220 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
As an outdoor recreational facility, Manhattan City Park has picnic shelters, tennis courts, gardens, and playgrounds for visitors to enjoy. It also has a splash park with shallow wading pools and fountains for kids to play in.
14.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Zoos Kansas State University, 1500 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
Located in the Old Dairy Barn on the campus of Kansas State University, K-State Insect Zoo features a variety of educational and exciting exhibits based upon the rainforest and tropical insects. This includes tarantulas, spiders and crustaceans.
14.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters Kansas State University, 1483-1523 Vattier Street, Manhattan, KS 66506 MoreLess Info
Located on the campus of Kansas State University, the McCain Auditorium hosts student performances as well as touring musicians, comedians, and dance groups. The facility seats 1750 persons and is open to the general public as well as students.
14.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Ice Skating 1472-1480 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66506 MoreLess Info
Open to visitors of all skating skill levels, Manhattan Ice Rink features an indoor ice rink that hosts public skating sessions and figure skating lessons. Visitors who are not skating receive free admission to the rink.
14.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Children's Museums 821 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
Manhattan’s Wonder Workshop Children’s Museum focuses on offering arts, science, and humanities education to children of all ages. The museum features an array of programs and exhibits, and hosts summer camps.
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