​Customized tours are the best way to explore McPherson, Kansas.

​Discover community passions when viewing stained glass windows, walking through the historical district or riding a tram through the Kansas prairie.

Let the Convention & Visitors Bureau introduce you to self-guided tours. Staff members can also organize a customized outing for your group. Visit the Kansas Travel Information Center for a current listing of tours and maps.

Historical Walking or Driving Tour

View homes and buildings established in the late 1880s when you stroll through the historical district. Homes on south Walnut Street were the first to receive electricity, sewers and streetlights. McPherson's oldest home, the Bixby House, is located at 321 S. Maple. Historical Walking or Driving Tour Brochure 

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Holiday Lights Tour

Public and private trolley tours are available during the holiday season. There's no better way to view the holiday lights! Admission fee and reservations are required.

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge

Jump aboard the modern day "covered wagon" tram for a prairie adventure 10 miles northeast of McPherson. You'll encounter native grasses, wildflowers, birds, bison and elk on 2,800-acres. Tram tours are by reservation only at maxwellwildliferefuge@gmail.com.

McPherson Murals

Downtown McPherson is home to six murals documenting McPherson's history - All Schools Day, Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, Central Christian College, McPherson College Automotive Restoration Technology, McPherson Globe Refiners and McPherson County Veterans. Other outdoor paintings include the Easy Rider at 400 N. Maple and the restored Coca-Cola advertisement at the McPherson Opera House. McPherson Murals Brochure

Stained Glass Tour
The soul of McPherson comes alive through decorative windows at the McPherson Opera House, St. Anne's Episcopal Church, First Congregational United Church of Christ, First Christian Church, McPherson Public Library and McPherson Church of the Brethren. Stained Glass Tour Brochure