Lincoln, NE
Travel Guide
Visit Lincoln
Where to stay in Lincoln
Downtown Lincoln
Downtown Lincoln is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lied Center and Lincoln Children's Museum while in the area.
Near South
While visiting Near South, you might make a stop by sights like Sunken Gardens and Museum of Nebraska History.
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.
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.
West Lincoln
Though West Lincoln might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Capitol Beach Lake and Haymarket Park.
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.
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Popular places to visit
Lincoln Children's Zoo
Take a ride on a historic train and learn about the animals in your backyard and beyond at this downtown zoo, tailored for curious kids.
Sunken Gardens
Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.
Nebraska State Capitol
Tour Lincoln’s gleaming art deco Capitol building to learn about the architecture and local legislature of the Tower on the Plains.
Lincoln Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Lincoln Children's Museum during your travels to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
International Quilt Study Center
Browse the eclectic displays and chat with docents in this museum and study center containing one of the world’s largest quilt collections.
University of Nebraska State Museum
Bear witness to the formation of the universe and gaze up at an enormous mammoth skeleton in this eclectic complex.
Things to do
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Memorial Stadium
- Pinnacle Bank Arena
- Bob Devaney Sports Center
- Nebraska Wesleyan University
- Lincoln Children's Zoo
- Lancaster Event Center
- Gateway Mall
- Sunken Gardens
- Lied Center
- Nebraska State Capitol
- WarHorse Casino Lincoln
- Lincoln Children's Museum
- Wilderness Ridge Golf Course
- International Quilt Study Center
- University of Nebraska State Museum
- Abbott Sports Complex
- Sheldon Museum of Art
- Antelope Park
- Governor's Mansion
- Nebraska History Museum