Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center:  Your journey into space history begins in the shadow of an actual flown spyplane, an astronaut training jet, and a full-scale Space Shuttle replica.  It's  truly like no other place on Earth!		15 Minutes
						Yoder, Kansas:  Yoder offers a rare opportunity to visit another lifestyle reminiscent of the past, an authentic Amish community.  In 1906, the town  was plotted as a central point for surrounding Amish communities.  It remains that way today even with the emergence of new business that has allowed the small community to prosper and invite visitors to take a step back in time.		25 Minutes
						Reno County Museum:  The Reno County Museum features six rotating galleries that focus on the county’s rich history and heritage from the early pioneers to present day.  Periodic special events (such as classic car shows and storytelling festivals) are sponsored by the museum.		15 Minutes
						Hutchinson Shopping:  Hutchinson is a shopping mecca for central and western Kansas. Shopping areas include:  The Mall, Downtown, Antique District and additional stores throughout town. Grocery and convenience stores are located throughout the county.   (Don't forget the regionally acclaimed Johnson Antique Store (620.422.3225) right here in Nickerson!		15 Minutes
						Dillon Nature Center:  Located on 100 acres in northeast Hutchinson, this National Urban Wildlife Sanctuary showcases both plant and wildlife. Along the National Recreation Trail  visitors will find hundreds of species of trees, shrubs and wildflowers, that create a wild arboretum.  Flower gardens attract hummingbirds, butterflies and photographers.		20 Minutes
						Kansas Splashdown  (Indoor Water Park):  This exciting space-themed indoor waterpark is part of the Grand Prairie Hotel complex. The spacious new facility provides an over-sized moon crater waterfall hot tub, a tube slide and body slide, and more.		20 Minutes
						Salt City Splash Aquatic Center:  Salt City Splash Aquatic Center offers four pools, a picnic area, dressing rooms, lockers, concessions and lots of shaded areas. The Tiny Tot Pool (for ages 7 and under) is a nine-inch deep wading pool. The Splash Pool is a zero-depth-entry to three-foot deep pool that features a variety of interactive water fixtures. The Plunge Pool features two water slides. The 50-Meter lap pool is the largest pool and offers eight lanes for competitive swim meets. It also offers basketball goals, springboard diving and a drop slide.		20 Minutes
						Kansas Underground Salt Museum:   Hutchinson is the only city in North America with a museum 650 feet below ground at the Kansas Underground Salt Museum.  The museum exhibits include the history of salt mining; the use of the salt mine for secure storage of documents and original television and big screen film; and the transportation of salt, among others.  A special Exhibits Gallery accommodates temporary changing exhibits as well.		20 Minutes
						Hutchinson Zoo:  The Hutchinson Zoo features wild habitat exhibits with naturalistic settings.  River otter, pronghorn, bison, coyote, ringtail, bobcat, reptiles, porcupine, golden eagles, and native birds are but a few of the animals.		20 Minutes
						Quivira Wildlife Refuge: Bird watching and wildlife viewing opportunities abound at Quivira.   Quivira has two large salt marshes, and both are excellent places to look for birds such as mallards, wood ducks, pintails, white pelicans, shorebirds and more. Also Cheyenne Bottoms:  A visit to Cheyenne Bottoms can be interesting any time of the year. As long as there is water in the marshes, many birds can be seen at the Bottoms.		30 - 45 Minutes
						Lindsborg, Kansas: - Little Sweden! Experience a special blend of history and culture in Lindsborg. Old World charm springs from rich Swedish heritage. Unique shops and restaurants, museums, art galleries and working studios, cultural and ethnic events, great places to stay, and lots of friendly people		45 Minutes
						Wichita: Cowtown, Botanica, Sedgwick County Zoo, Exploration Place, Indian Center Museum, Wichita Art Museum and just about anything else you might want to do!		60 Minutes
						Kanopolis State Park:   The park features a full-service marina, beaches, picnic areas and cabins, as well as trails for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking.		60 Minutes
						Kansas State Fair:  For 10 days each September, Hutchinson is home to the largest event in Kansas - the Kansas State Fair, where visitors will find good old-fashioned fun. The Fair features over 280-acres of the best of Kansas' agriculture, livestock and commerce, as well as live entertainment.		20 Minutes

Check out Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce web site for other attractions and special events in the area or call them at (800) 691-4282!