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Leavenworth, United States

Top things to do in Leavenworth

19 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

Waterfront Park

586 reviews

A scenic riverside park along the Wenatchee River in Leavenworth, offering walking paths, picnic areas, and views of the Cascade foothills.

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What is the most visited attraction in Leavenworth?

Waterfront Park draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Leavenworth, with 586 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Leavenworth do visitors rate highest?

Alpine Spa at Icicle Village Resort holds the highest rating in Leavenworth among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 79 reviews. It is less busy than Waterfront Park, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Sight
Sight4.5

Alpine Spa at Icicle Village Resort

79 reviews

A relaxing spa at the Icicle Village Resort in Leavenworth, offering hot tubs, saunas, and massage services with mountain views.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

Enchantment Park

51 reviews

A scenic park in Leavenworth with hiking trails, picnic areas, and beautiful mountain views.

Market
Market5

The Oil & Vinegar Cellar

43 reviews

A specialty shop in Leavenworth offering a curated selection of premium olive oils and balsamic vinegars for tasting and purchase.

Religious site
Religious site

First Presbyterian Church, Leavenworth

Historic Gothic Revival church built in 1865, featuring stained glass windows and a prominent steeple in downtown Leavenworth.

Landmark
Landmark

Fort de Cavagnial

An 18th-century French fort and trading post site, now an archaeological area with interpretive markers.

Museum
Museum

Carnegie Arts Center of Leavenworth, Kansas

A historic Carnegie library turned arts center, hosting rotating exhibitions and community cultural events.

Landmark
Landmark

Fort Sully (Fort Leavenworth)

Civil War-era earthen fortification at Fort Leavenworth, part of the fort's defensive network.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery

A military cemetery with graves dating back to the Civil War, offering a solemn and historic visit.

Landmark
Landmark

Leavenworth Riverfront Community Center

Community venue along the Missouri River offering event spaces, river views, and a launch point for water activities.

Landmark
Landmark

Nathaniel H. Burt House

A Queen Anne-style home built in 1890, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, showcasing late-19th-century architecture.

Museum
Museum

Richard Allen Cultural Center

Discover African American history and culture through artifacts, exhibits, and a historic church at this cultural center.

Landmark
Landmark

Terminal Bridge (Leavenworth, Kansas)

Historic railroad bridge over the Missouri River, now a pedestrian and bike trail offering panoramic river views.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Weston Bend State Park

A state park with scenic overlooks of the Missouri River, hiking trails, and a historic town nearby.

Landmark
Landmark

Fort Leavenworth

Established in 1827, this historic Army post is known as the 'Home of the U.S. Army' and a National Historic Landmark.

Landmark
Landmark

Centennial Bridge (Leavenworth, Kansas)

Historic steel truss bridge spanning the Missouri River, connecting Leavenworth, Kansas to Missouri, built in 1931.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood

Weston Historic District

A historic neighborhood preserving 19th-century architecture with a quaint small-town atmosphere, popular for shopping and dining.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood

Weston, Missouri

Historic river town with wineries, antique shops, and the McCormick Distillery, offering a charming day trip from Kansas City.

Museum
Museum

C.W. Parker Carousel Museum

Ride a fully restored 1913 carousel and explore vintage amusement rides at this museum dedicated to carousel history.