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The Great Overland Station

701 N. Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66608
785-232-5533
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Ranked #11 of 16 attractions in Topeka
4.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
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Emporia, Kansas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Fun place for train loving kids!! Big model train set up to watch. They also have a fun play, adventure area for kids. Santa arrives on the train in December making for a fun afternoon at holiday time. Many special exhibits there throughout the year. More

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Lawrence, Kansas
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36 reviews 36 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

Kinda far out of topeka but worth a visit. The corridor of flags just outside is wonderful to investigate. More

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Topeka, KS
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347 reviews 347 reviews
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163 helpful votes 163 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

This station has been rennovated, but still holds true to the era in which it was built. I've attended several work events here, and we even considered this venue for our wedding reception. It's worth the look if you're in the area or have a train enthusiast with you. More

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Santa Barbara, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011

A Great Place to visit for People who love trains and History. More

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Wakefield, MA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2009
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This beautiful Union Pacific Passenger Station first opened its doors on Jan. 27th, 1927. Since then it has seen its share of history including our countrys' railroad heyday in which thousands of people traveled across country by train, many passing through this very station. The last passenger train left the Great Overland Station on May 2, 1971. The railroad used... More

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