Overview
Emporia is a city in the Flint Hills region of Kansas. It is the county seat of Lyon County and the home of Emporia State University and William Allen White.
3 sights · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Emporia
David Traylor Zoo of Emporia
Red Rocks State Historic Site
Home of journalist William Allen White, who hosted five Presidents including Theodore Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover. The house has many items that belonged to the family, including books and art. A lily pond was recreated…
Historic structures
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Jun. (climate data from nearby Topeka)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MHK Manhattan Regional Airport, Manhattan — 57 mi away. Directions
- SLN Salina Municipal Airport, Salina — 83 mi away. Directions
- MCI Kansas City International Airport, Kansas City — 100 mi away (major hub). Directions
Greyhound has a stop at 2000 Industrial Road. There are a few hotels five and six blocks away from the stop.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning David Traylor Zoo of Emporia, Red Rocks State Historic Site
- Afternoon Historic structures
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Radius Brewing Company
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Get in
By car
By bus
Greyhound has a stop at 2000 Industrial Road. There are a few hotels five and six blocks away from the stop.
Get around
By bus
Lyon County Area Transit (LCAT) (+1 620-343-4207) operates two routes. The common transfer point is at the Newman Regional Health hospital at 1201 West 12th Ave.
See
See Historic structures
See Red Rocks State Historic Site (William Allen White House)
Home of journalist William Allen White, who hosted five Presidents including Theodore Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover. The house has many items that belonged to the family, including books and art. A lily pond was recreated similar to when the Whites lived there.
Eat
Radius Brewing Company
Sleep
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