Things to do in Southeast Nebraska

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University of Nebraska State Museum showing a statue or sculpture
Lincoln which includes railway items
Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum featuring military items and interior views
University of Nebraska State Museum showing interior views
Sheldon Museum of Art showing outdoor art

Southeast Nebraska Attractions

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What to do in Southeast Nebraska

Things to Do in Southeast Nebraska with Kids

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Nighttime long exposure of the best performing arts center in Lincoln!

Downtown Lincoln

4.5/5(538 area reviews)

Downtown Lincoln is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lied Center and Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center while in the area.

Downtown Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, USA Skyline

Near South

While visiting Near South, you might make a stop by sights like Sunken Gardens and Museum of Nebraska History.

Near South
Lincoln station in Lincoln, Nebraska

Haymarket

Historic downtown Lincoln boasts the Haymarket District, where visitors can explore repurposed warehouses turned into retail shops and catch a game at Haymarket Park baseball stadium.

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South Salt Creek

While South Salt Creek isn't home to many top sights, Nebraska State Capitol and Lincoln Children's Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Salt Creek
Aerial panorama of Lincoln, Nebraska under a dramatic sunset. Lincoln is the capital city of the U.S. state of Nebraska and the county seat of Lancaster County

40th and "A"

40th and "A" might not have many top sights, but Lincoln Children's Zoo and Woods Tennis Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Highlands

3.5/5(235 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Highlands, Highlands Golf Course and Highland Village are top sights worth seeing.

Highlands

 

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Popular day trips from Southeast Nebraska

Frequently asked questions

What should I not miss in Southeast Nebraska?
Bring your thirst for adventure and cross off these popular sights:

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Memorial Stadium
  • Nebraska State Capitol

What can you do in Southeast Nebraska for free?
Your trip to Southeast Nebraska needn't send you broke with free things like these to keep you on the go:

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Nebraska State Capitol
  • Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
  • Nebraska Wesleyan University

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