Exploring Lincoln
Things to do in Lincoln
Built in 1930, the Sunken Gardens are one of the best things to do in Lincoln and are completely free to enter.
There are visiting hours to adhere to, but parking nearby is free and this makes a great day out.
77 locals recommend
Sunken Gardens
2600 D StBuilt in 1930, the Sunken Gardens are one of the best things to do in Lincoln and are completely free to enter.
There are visiting hours to adhere to, but parking nearby is free and this makes a great day out.
The Nebraska State Capitol is the head of the Nebraska government and one of the most important attractions in downtown Lincoln. It stands at about 400 feet tall and can be seen from almost 20 miles away. It was designed by a New York architect and completed by 1932. Visitors can sign up for tours.
53 locals recommend
Nebraska State Capitol
1445 K StThe Nebraska State Capitol is the head of the Nebraska government and one of the most important attractions in downtown Lincoln. It stands at about 400 feet tall and can be seen from almost 20 miles away. It was designed by a New York architect and completed by 1932. Visitors can sign up for tours.
Lincoln Children's Zoo is home to over 40 endangered animals including the Sumatran tiger, Humboldt penguin, snow leopard & Matchie's tree kangaroo. Plus, feed a giraffe, see the world's smallest monkeys (pygmy marmoset), a fossa, ring-tailed lemurs, dromedary camels, red pandas, meerkats & more.
84 locals recommend
Lincoln Children's Zoo
1222 S 27th StLincoln Children's Zoo is home to over 40 endangered animals including the Sumatran tiger, Humboldt penguin, snow leopard & Matchie's tree kangaroo. Plus, feed a giraffe, see the world's smallest monkeys (pygmy marmoset), a fossa, ring-tailed lemurs, dromedary camels, red pandas, meerkats & more.
Natural history fans will love this museum. This is a great thing to do in Lincoln with kids.
33 locals recommend
Morrill Hall
Natural history fans will love this museum. This is a great thing to do in Lincoln with kids.
Memorial Stadium, is an American football stadium located on the UNL campus. The stadium primarily serves as the home venue for the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team and a variety of other university and state activities.
71 locals recommend
Memorial Stadium
One Memorial Stadium DriveMemorial Stadium, is an American football stadium located on the UNL campus. The stadium primarily serves as the home venue for the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team and a variety of other university and state activities.
The Great Plains Art Museum in downtown Lincoln exhibits art that interprets the history, culture, environment, and creative spirit of the Great Plains of North America.
Great Plains Art Museum
1155 Q StThe Great Plains Art Museum in downtown Lincoln exhibits art that interprets the history, culture, environment, and creative spirit of the Great Plains of North America.
The International Quilt Museum at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is the home of the largest known public collection of quilts in the world.
19 locals recommend
International Quilt Museum
Holdrege StreetThe International Quilt Museum at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is the home of the largest known public collection of quilts in the world.
Tour around the stunning collection of cars, engines, toys and race memorabilia.
14 locals recommend
Museum of American Speed
599 Oakcreek DrTour around the stunning collection of cars, engines, toys and race memorabilia.
Head downtown on Saturday mornings (through mid-October) for some music, food, and local shopping! There are plenty of parking options downtown and this is a short drive from the house. Plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance too.
11 locals recommend
Haymarket Farmers' Market
Canopy StreetHead downtown on Saturday mornings (through mid-October) for some music, food, and local shopping! There are plenty of parking options downtown and this is a short drive from the house. Plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance too.
This farmer's market is very food driven. Walking distance to The Mill Coffee Shop, a Goldenrod Pastries and some unique local shops.
Sunday Farmers' Market at College View
This farmer's market is very food driven. Walking distance to The Mill Coffee Shop, a Goldenrod Pastries and some unique local shops.
Marcus Theaters has several locations but this one in the SouthPointe Mall is our favorite. Every Tuesday, all theaters have discounted movie tickets (around $6 general admission). BONUS...recliner seats.
7 locals recommend
Marcus South Pointe Cinema
2920 Pine Lake RdMarcus Theaters has several locations but this one in the SouthPointe Mall is our favorite. Every Tuesday, all theaters have discounted movie tickets (around $6 general admission). BONUS...recliner seats.
Omaha is a 45 minute drive from Lincoln. This zoo ranked in the top 5 for World's Best Zoos. You can easily spend an entire day at this zoo. Lots to see!
438 locals recommend
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
3701 S 10th StOmaha is a 45 minute drive from Lincoln. This zoo ranked in the top 5 for World's Best Zoos. You can easily spend an entire day at this zoo. Lots to see!
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The Railyard