Pre-BEX Tours Oct. 2

Experience Wichita’s aviation legacy and innovation on this behind-the-scenes tour. Explore historic aircraft and take in the art deco vibes at the Kansas Aviation Museum, see the future of flight through VR, robotics and AI at NIAR. Cap it off with lunch at Stearman Field Bar & Grill, right next to an active runway.

Kansas Aviation Museum

Housed in Wichita’s original Municipal Airport Terminal, the Kansas Aviation Museum offers a hands-on journey through the city’s rich aviation history. Visitors can explore a growing collection of aircraft and aviation artifacts, step inside the historic control tower, and marvel at the beautifully preserved Art Deco terminal once graced by Fred Astaire. From interactive exhibits to panoramic views of the city, the museum brings Wichita’s influence on general aviation to life.

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The National Institute for Aviation Research

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) was established at Wichita State University in 1985 in an effort to increase research and development capabilities, focused on the needs of the Air Capital of the World.

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Stearman Field Bar & Grill

Enjoy delicious, homemade southern-style food in an atmosphere that's like no other. Located at a private airport, Stearman Field Bar & Grill gives diners the opportunity to enjoy a meal with aircraft taking off and landing 20 yards from your table.

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Bombardier / Learjet

Bombardier designs, builds and maintains the world's peak-performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people, businesses and governments.

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Discover Sedgwick County Zoo through a buzz-worthy adventure that includes hands-on bee farming and a honey-inspired lunch. You’ll also go behind the scenes of one of the largest elephant habitats in the country. This year, four baby elephants – born between April and August 2025 – have made headlines as the first time an accredited U.S. zoo has welcomed that many calves in a single year, making this an experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Sedgwick County Zoo

Come face to face with the wildest animals from around the world at Sedgwick Country Zoo, the most visited outdoor attraction in Kansas. Make sure to meet the newest stars of Sedgwick County Zoo – four baby elephants, all born this year.

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Lasso up fun and experience Wichita’s Old West heritage. Step back into time and sip Sarsaparilla at Old Cowtown Museum, get a custom hat fitted just for you at Hatman Jack’s and enjoy a scenic horseback ride at Diamond Spring Ranch. Finish the tour with a barbecue meal prepared by Station 8 BBQ. 

Old Cowtown Museum

Experience Wichita like it’s 1865. Old Cowtown is a living history museum that lets you immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and activities common to a Midwestern cattle town.

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Hatman Jack’s

Located in the historic Delano District, Hatman Jack's is one of the few hat stores that has experts to customize hats to all head shapes and recommendations of styles based upon a customer's face shape, complexion and other physical characteristics.

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Diamond Springs Ranch

Experience the Wild West at Diamond Springs Ranch. This unique attraction features horseback rides, memorable treehouse stays and a giant lodge perfect for unforgettable corporate retreats and events.

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Station 8 BBQ

Enjoy slow crafted BBQ and homemade sides in a historic 1920s firehouse at Station 8 BBQ in downtown Wichita.

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Spend a day immersed in Wichita’s creativity and flavor. Cook with local food writer Joe Stumpe at Mark Arts, craft your own heart-shaped glass at Karg Art Glass, and watch (and taste!) sweet creations come to life at Cocoa Dolce.

Karg Arts

Created by more than 100 local and regional artists, Karg Art Glass features a unique collection of glass, mosaics, pottery, jewelry, kaleidoscopes, metal and wood items. For hands-on fun, you can work with a glass blower to create your own ornament, paperweight or seasonal item like a pumpkin or ornament.

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Mark Arts

Mark Arts is a vibrant regional arts hub where visitors can explore exhibits, take hands-on classes, attend workshops and engage in creative experiences for all ages. Founded in 1920 as the Wichita Art Association, it’s the city’s oldest cultural institution, offering a welcoming space to both appreciate and make art.

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Cocoa Dolce

Cocoa Dolce is an upscale chocolate lounge features artisan chocolates, an espresso bar, wines, craft beers, handmade pastries and gelato. 

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Discover Wichita’s quirky side on this offbeat tour featuring the Museum of World Treasures, the city’s Frank Lloyd Wright’s prairie-style masterpiece, authentic German bierocks, funky local shops and botanical cocktails, mocktails and guided terrarium making at GROW Plant Bar.

Museum of World Treasures

Delve into the rich tapestry of global history at the Museum of World Treasures, a premier destination ideal for anyone interested in offerings from ancient fossils to artifacts of world wars. See mummies, one of the world’s most complete T.Rex skeletons and even General Custer’s underpants!

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Frank Lloyd Wright Allen House

One of iconic architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s last prairie-style masterpieces, the Frank Lloyd Wright Allen House Museum and Study Center also boasts more than 30 pieces of original furniture designed by Wright, as well as all its original art glass. Located in a historical neighborhood in Wichita, it has been named one of the top 10 Wright home tours by USA Today.

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Prost

Head to Prost for the best German food in Wichita! This urban bier garten serves authentic German flavor and sports local Wichita character. 

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Revolutisa

Revolutsia is an unexpected shipping-container development that has transformed the corner of Central and Volutsia into one of Wichita’s most unique gathering spots. Here you’ll find an ever-evolving mix of local restaurants, bars, coffee shops and boutique retailers. With its modern design, open-air courtyards and artsy vibe, Revolutsia isn’t just a place to shop or dine—it’s a destination that celebrates Wichita’s entrepreneurial spirit.

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Blush Bookstore

Step inside Wichita's charming cottage at Revolutsia: Blush Bookstore. Part romance novels, part bookish merch, all cozy vibes — it’s the ultimate spot for your next read (and your next selfie). Take a chance on love at Blush.

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Mulberry Art Gallery

Wichita's most innovative gallery, Mulberry Art Gallery focuses on creative growth and providing a consistent platform for underserved artists.

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GROW Plant Bar 

Immerse yourself in a haven where nature meets community. At GROW Plant Bar / Botanic at GROW, you’re invited to slow down, sip something botanical-inspired and surround yourself with living color. You can browse fresh greenery and gifts and enjoy a hands-on, guided terrarium workshop.

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Raise a glass and go on an unforgettable brewery adventure in the Heart of the Country, where you will explore top local breweries, sample unique pours, meet passionate brewers and experience the city's rich craft beer scene. 

River City Brewing Co.

A cornerstone of Old Town since 1993, River City Brewing Co. is Wichita’s original brew pub, and is still pouring today. Pair their locally loved brews with hearty pub fare with plenty of access to cozy patio seating.

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The Leprechaun’s Lab

Part bar, part science experiment, The Leprechaun’s Lab is a whimsical cocktail lounge where drinks bubble, smoke and glow. It’s like mixology meets mad science – perfect for a night out with friends.

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Tor Brewing

Tor Brewing focuses on traditional styles brewed with precision and passion. Their laid-back taproom is a chill hangout for beer lovers looking for balanced, classic pours.

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Wichita Brewing Company

Wichita Brewing Co. is a fan-favorite brewpub with three locations. It serves up wood-fired pizzas and a full lineup of crowd-pleasing beers – from smooth IPAs to indulgent porters. It’s a go-to spot for post-game hangs or casual Friday nights. Head to their Delano district for rooftop views of the city.

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Go on an engaging and content-rich art journey, highlighting Wichita’s art scene, showcasing a variety of art forms such as museums, galleries, botanical gardens and public art. 

Envision Arts Gallery

Envision Arts Gallery is the first national gallery primarily for artists with vision loss, championing art accessibility. 

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Gallery Alley

Downtown Wichita worked with Envision, a group focused on improving the quality of life for those who are visually impaired, to create intersensory art experiences at Gallery Alley.

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Botanica

With more than 30 gardens brimming with gardenscaping, sculptures and fountains to explore, Botanica Wichita is a vibrant and innovative place that celebrates nature's beauty.

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Wichita Art Museum

Step into a landmark of creativity on the river—celebrating 90 years of inspiring Wichita in 2025. The Wichita Art Museum pairs a standout American art collection with light-filled galleries, an outdoor art garden, and community programs that make art feel welcoming and alive.

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Music Theatre Wichita

Where Broadway energy meets Wichita heart. Music Theatre Wichita brings world-class musicals to life with soaring voices, lush orchestration, and imaginative staging—plus behind-the-scenes training that nurtures the next generation of theater pros.

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Unforgettable animal encounters await at Tanganyika Wildlife Park. Gain a deeper appreciation for wildlife as you swim with penguins, feed lemurs and rhinos by hand and interact with playful otters, and meet some of the park’s most chill residents, the sloths. 

Tanganyika Wildlife Park

A “Wildly different experience” is in store for you at Tanganyika Wildlife Park. One of the only places in the country where you can hand-feed lemurs, Tanganyika offers more hands-on opportunities than most animal experiences. 

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Travel back in time on this whimsical Wichita tour, where you will step inside the very first Pizza Hut and see authentic items including the first sauce recipe written on a napkin and the chain’s original pizza oven. Savor unique local eats and treats from local spots that have been satisfying hunger patrons since the 1930s, and toast with champagne in a historic Prohibition-era building.

Pizza Hut Museum

In 1958, two brothers started a restaurant in a tiny building on the corner of Bluff and Kellogg in Wichita. They named the restaurant Pizza Hut. The original building, now The Original Pizza Hut Museum, resides on the Wichita State campus and tells the story of two Shocker entrepreneurs with a dream.

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NuWay Burgers

Crumbly is better at NuWay. Since 1930, this Wichita diner has been serving its famous crumbly burgers and made-in-house onion rings and root beer floats.

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Old Mill Tasty Shop

Families have been coming to Old Mill Tasty Shop since 1932. Known for their signature “blue plate special” and other favorites like chicken fried chicken, green chili soup and carrot cake, diners also love ordering a soda made the old-fashioned way from a working, marble countered soda fountain.

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The Spice Merchant and Company

As Wichita’s original gourmet coffee roaster, The Spice Merchant provides hundreds of choices of coffee, tea and spice accessories. Fun fact: It’s located in the original factory of the Mentholatum Company, founded in Wichita in 1889.

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Nifty Nut House

The Nifty Nut House is a Wichita tradition that has offered tremendous value, selection and service since 1937. Countless shelves are filled with 4,500 items featuring classic and modern candies, nuts and snacks.

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The Workroom

Located in a historic downtown building that has been around since the times of prohibition, The Workroom is one of the biggest retailers of #FlagSwag. This beloved local shop specializes in local art, artisan accessories, Wichita goods, home decor and gifts for all. 

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Bubbles Champagne Bar

Bubbles is a champagne and espresso bar in the heart of downtown Wichita, located within the city's hottest local retail location, The Workroom.

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