As a major cultural and industrial center for the region, Wichita is the largest city in Kansas. With a population of about 390,000, it's home to major aircraft manufacturers and Wichita State University.

Intrust Bank Arena, one of the largest event venues in the area, opened in Wichita in 2010. Known as "The Air Capital of the World," Wichita's primary industry has historically been aircraft production. Cessna, Stearman Aircraft, and Beechcraft all got their start in the city in the early 1900s. In 1951, the U.S. Air Force built McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita.

The city is also home to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, the state's largest airport. Wichita also houses a lot of museums. The Old Cowtown Museum recreates the Wichita of the 1800s. This 23-acre open-air museum features staff members in period costumes demonstrate 19th-century tasks such as gardening and tending livestock. The museum honors Wichita's history as a cattle driving destination on the Chisholm Trail. History buffs will also enjoy the Museum of World Treasures. Its collection of over 3,000 artifacts from around the world ranges from Egyptian mummies to World War II weapons.

Wichita is also home to the innovative science museum, Exploration Place. Guests can interact with hundreds of hands-on exhibits. Outside, there's a wetlands habitat with wildlife and a giant sandbox for simulating archaeological digs.

Art lovers appreciate the ancient and contemporary exhibits at the Wichita Art Museum. Wichita has plenty for nature lovers to do, too. Most notably, the Sedgwick County Zoo. The zoo features over 3,000 animals from around the world.

Another major outdoor attraction is Botanica: The Wichita Gardens, located in Sim Park. Among its many themed flower gardens is the award-winning Sally Stone Sensory Garden. The city's Great Plains Nature Center is a wildlife preserve with hiking trails and birdwatching spots. It also features an indoor wildlife observatory.

As one of the state's biggest cultural centers, Wichita of course has a great food scene. Dining options range from authentic Latin food to American favorites. Public, a trendy diner in Old Town, serves contemporary dishes made with local, farm-to-table ingredients. Doo-Dah Diner is a laidback, family-owned eatery with Kansas-style breakfasts and lunches. Downtown, you'll find Sabor Latin Bar and Grille, serving spicy meats and handcrafted cocktails. The city also has its fair share of steakhouses, such as Chester's Chophouse and Wine Bar or Hangar One Steakhouse.

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