A Weekend in Lawrence: The Perfect Itinerary

Check into your StayAwhile retreat and drop your bags. Don't worry about driving anywhere—if you booked our Mass Street Loft or Oread properties, you're already exactly where you need to be. Head straight to Mass Street to stretch your legs.

• 4:00 PM: Grab a late afternoon pick-me-up at Alchemy Coffee and Bake House.
• 6:30 PM: Dinner at Free State Brewing Company. (Expect a wait, but you can grab a pint at the bar).
• 9:00 PM: Catch a live show at The Granada or The Bottleneck to experience Lawrence's legendary music scene, or grab a craft cocktail at John Brown Underground.

Saturday is for exploring the beautiful University of Kansas campus and soaking in the local culture. Wear comfortable walking shoes, as "Mount Oread" is famously hilly.

• 9:00 AM: Morning coffee and a light pastry at La Prima Tazza.
• 10:30 AM: Walk up the hill to the KU campus. Visit the Spencer Museum of Art and the KU Natural History Museum (don't miss the famous panorama).
• 1:30 PM: Lunch at Burger Stand at the Casbah—gourmet burgers and truffle fries that are worth the calories.
• 3:00 PM: Browse the unique boutiques on Mass Street like Wonder Fair and The Dusty Bookshelf.
• 7:30 PM: Make reservations well in advance for dinner at 715 Restaurant for incredible, locally-sourced Italian fare.

Wrap up your weekend with a slow, relaxing morning before checking out.

• 9:30 AM: Don't leave without having brunch at The Roost. Get there early to put your name on the list, then browse the nearby antique shops while you wait.
• 11:00 AM: Take advantage of StayAwhile's late check-out option (available as an add-on) so you don't have to rush your packing.
• 12:30 PM: Take a scenic drive around Clinton Lake on your way out of town for some fresh Kansas air.