Highlands, NE
Lincoln
Popular places to visit
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Nebraska-Lincoln, during your travels in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Memorial Stadium
Catch an event at Memorial Stadium during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
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.
Sunken Gardens
Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.
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.
Highlands Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn & Suites Lincoln Airport
"Did not eat breakfast. Parking full but easy to find and get in and out of"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80
"Beds and rooms were great! Shower was okay. Stairwells were not clean, poolwas closed, but check-in staff was really great and accommodating for our really late arrival."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport
"Wonderful room and staff very helpful and friendly. Room was very clean and comfortable. Front desk goes above and beyond to make your stay pleasant. Breakfast was very good, hit and fresh with lots of choices. They will shuttle you to airport and they even brought me my phone charger and ear pods ..."
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Horizon Inn Motel
"Clean hotel rooms. Stayed here twice for a place to sleep on a road trip. Breakfast was just done. It is dated but very well kept up. Beds comfy. Quiet and safe."
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Americas Best Value Inn Lincoln Airport
"Filthy and falling apart. Shower was so disgusting no way I would use it. Beds rock hard and carpets dirty. Floor uneven. TV did not work. Was for an overnight concert with the guys so it was suitable but no way I’d bring a family or friend"
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Airport by IHG
"The room had a very musty smell!! Not good for my allergies. Not to mention need to spray for bugs as noticed a few spiders. When we asked for towels as we stayed for 2 nighrs they didnt have enough towels to accommodate all the guests. The breakfast eas good"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Highlands
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.
Belmont
When in Belmont, you can plan a visit to Bob Devaney Sports Center and Links at Lincoln, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Hills
Though North Hills might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Links at Lincoln and Whitehead Saline Wetland.
Prairie Ridge
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Prairie Ridge and surrounding area, you can visit Links at Lincoln and Whitehead Saline Wetland.
Stone Bridge Creek
Stone Bridge Creek might not have many top sights, but Whitehead Saline Wetland and Links at Lincoln are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bicentennial Estates
While Bicentennial Estates isn't home to many top sights, Links at Lincoln and Whitehead Saline Wetland are some notable places to visit nearby.
