Historic warehouses. Brick streets. Patio dining. Live music around nearly every corner. Old Town is one of Wichita's most walkable districts, where local restaurants, breweries, entertainment and shopping are all within easy reach. Here's how to spend 48 hours exploring the neighborhood.
Day 1: Check in. Stay out.
Afternoon
Drop your bags at Hotel at Old Town, where exposed brick, historic charm and modern comforts set the tone for the weekend. Prefer something a little more contemporary? Courtyard by Marriott Wichita at Old Town puts you just steps from the action.
Once you're settled, stretch your legs with a stroll through Old Town's brick-lined streets. Former warehouses have been transformed into restaurants, breweries, boutiques and entertainment venues, making every block worth exploring.
Happy hour
Start your weekend at Nortons Brewing Co. Order a locally brewed beer, grab a seat on the patio and ease into vacation mode while the neighborhood comes to life around you.
Evening
Dinner at Public is always a good idea. Known for bold flavors, creative cocktails and a lively atmosphere, it's the kind of place where one appetizer somehow turns into three.
After dinner, let the night unfold naturally.
Catch live music at Brickyard or WAVE, sip martinis while enjoying live piano at Mort's Martini & Cigar Bar or challenge your friends to classic arcade games at The Arcade. No matter where the evening takes you, Old Town has a way of convincing you to stay out just a little longer.
Day 2: Coffee, culture and one last round
Morning
Start the day at HomeGrown Wichita, where locally inspired breakfast favorites and fresh coffee fuel another day of exploring.
Then spend the morning at the Museum of World Treasures. Walk among towering dinosaur fossils, discover ancient civilizations and come face-to-face with artifacts spanning thousands of years. It's one of those museums where you plan for an hour and somehow stay for three.
Afternoon
Old Town rewards wandering.
Browse the aisles at Nifty Nut House, where hundreds of varieties of nuts, chocolates, candies and nostalgic treats make it impossible to leave empty-handed.
If you're visiting on a Saturday between April and December, swap shopping for the Old Town Farm & Art Market. Browse fresh flowers, artisan foods, handmade goods and local makers while experiencing one of Wichita's favorite weekend traditions.
When you're ready for lunch, settle into Old Mill Tasty Shop, a Wichita favorite since 1932. Grab a booth, order a classic diner lunch and don't skip the old-fashioned soda fountain.
Evening
Wrap up your Old Town weekend with dinner at Larkspur Bistro & Bar, where seasonal ingredients and an intimate atmosphere make every meal feel like an occasion.
If you're not quite ready to head home, catch a show at Mosley Street Melodrama, where cheering for the hero and booing the villain is part of the fun. Want to make it a full evening? Choose the dinner-and-show experience if you skipped dinner or simply enjoy the performance and leave with a smile.
Before you go...
The best thing about Old Town is that there's always something happening around the next corner. Explore more Wichita neighborhoods, discover upcoming events during your stay, browse even more local restaurants and nightlife or request a free Visitors Guide for your next trip. Better yet, sign up for our newsletter and stay in the know. Around here, weekends have a funny way of turning into return visits.
