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Take the whole family on a safari without having to leave the country when you make plans to visit the Topeka Zoological Park. The kids will love seeing and learning about various species of animals from all around the world that include lions, giraffes, primates and more. This 30-acre facility is impressive for so many reasons, not the least of which is the fact that it serves as a home to over 300 animals housed in exhibits and attractions that replicate their natural habitats.

Fans of live music in Topeka don't have to go far to find it. Six nights a week, the Boobie Trap Bar offers the best musical entertainment that is brought to the stage by the best local, regional and national acts. Rock, blues, and pop are just a few of the musical genres represented, so make plans to get your friends together for an evening of some of the best live music that Topeka has to offer.

When you visit Lake Shawnee, you can expect to have some great fun outdoors either sunbathing, fishing or enjoying a picnic on the shore. But you may not have expected such excellent amenities as the nearby Garden House, Reynolds Lodge, a marina, tennis courts, volleyball courts, campgrounds and even a golf course. When you spend some quality time at Lake Shawnee, be prepared to be pleasantly surprised!