Roadside Attractions in Cawker City
1 place worth pulling over for in Cawker City, Kansas, with what each one actually is, what it costs and how long to give it.
Planning the stop
It's free to visit. It's a quick stop — under an hour. It reports step-free access. Hours and admission come from each attraction's own page, along with parking and directions.
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Giant Van Gogh Painting
Goodland, Kansas
This massive 80-foot-tall steel easel displays a giant reproduction of Vincent van Gogh's 'Three Sunflowers in a Vase.' Created by artist Cameron Cross, it honors Kansas's sunflower heritage in a delightfully oversized way. It makes for a perfect, quick roadside photo op just off Interstate 70.
Tee Pee Junction Concrete Teepee
Lawrence, Kansas
Standing as a whimsical remnant of 1930s roadside Americana, this iconic 30-foot concrete teepee once served as a bustling service station and diner. Located just north of Lawrence, it remains a beloved local landmark and a quick, nostalgic photo stop. It's a classic example of programmatic architecture from the golden age of highway travel.
World's Largest Belt Buckle
Abilene, Kansas
Standing nearly 14 feet tall and 20 feet wide, this giant monument celebrates Abilene's cowboy history. Visitors can climb a staircase on the back to peer through the buckle for a fun photo. It is a delightfully shiny, quirky tribute to the Chisholm Trail.
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