Platte County Historical Society and Museum Tours

There's no better way to uncover the past than a visit to Platte County Historical Society and Museum. With its absorbing exhibits and displays, this popular institution is a must for any traveling history buff.

This collection of historical artifacts is often on the itineraries of visitors to Columbus. But Platte County Historical Society and Museum isn't the area's only highlight. Andrew Jackson Higgins Memorial, Quail Run Golf Course, and Van Berg Muncipal Golf Course are some other worthwhile sights nearby.

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Countryside Inn & Suites

Countryside Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Price was $201, price is now $171 per person
$171
per person
Sep 26 - Sep 28
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Omaha (OMA)
8/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and nice, helpful. The room smelled like an old stale smoky room. It was clean but just smelled like people used to smoke in there. It is a smoke free hotel but it was stinky.

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

The Inn & Suites Omaha near ZOO

The Inn & Suites Omaha near ZOO

2.5 out of 5
Price was $250, price is now $187 per person
$187
per person
Sep 26 - Sep 29
found 24 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Omaha (OMA)
4.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
It was ok but not the best hotel

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Wyndham Omaha / West Dodge

Wyndham Omaha / West Dodge

3 out of 5
West Omaha
Price was $214, price is now $181 per person
$181
per person
Sep 26 - Sep 29
found 24 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Omaha (OMA)
6.6/10 (1,718 reviews)
I liked the breakfast and the environment was very giving. The Mom was cleaning after Avery breakfast she was very kind I liked how she treats people with good heart

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

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Best Lodging Options Near Platte County Historical Society and Museum

Quality Inn & Suites Columbus

Quality Inn & Suites Columbus

2.5 out of 5
265 33rd Ave, Columbus, NE
Quality Inn & Suites Columbus
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbus

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbus

2.5 out of 5
5912 Howard Blvd, Columbus, NE
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbus
Columbus Inn

Columbus Inn

2 out of 5
371 33rd Ave, Columbus, NE
Columbus Inn
Hampton Inn Columbus NE

Hampton Inn Columbus NE

2.5 out of 5
3536 23rd Street, Columbus, NE
Hampton Inn Columbus NE
Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus

2 out of 5
3324 20th St, Columbus, NE
Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus
Towneplace Suites by Marriott Columbus

Towneplace Suites by Marriott Columbus

3 out of 5
5912 Howard Blvd, Building A, Columbus, NE
Towneplace Suites by Marriott Columbus
Platte Valley Inn

Platte Valley Inn

2.5 out of 5
3919 23rd St., Columbus, NE
Platte Valley Inn
Sleep Inn And Suites

Sleep Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
303 23rd St, Columbus, NE
Sleep Inn And Suites
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG

2.5 out of 5
524 23rd St E, Columbus, NE
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbus by IHG
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