Roadside Attractions in Lawrence

1 place worth pulling over for in Lawrence, Kansas, with what each one actually is, what it costs and how long to give it.

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.

Planning the stop

It's free to visit. It's a quick stop — under an hour. Hours and admission come from each attraction's own page, along with parking and directions.

Also worth a stop in Kansas

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.

World's Largest Ball of Twine

Cawker City, Kansas

A colossal community effort, Cawker City's legendary ball of sisal twine was started by Frank Stoeber in 1953 and continues to grow. Visitors can even work with the local twine commissioner to add their own strand. It sits proudly under a public canopy on the town's main street.

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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