Southeast Nebraska, NE

Travel Guide

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 which includes interior views
Sheldon Museum of Art showing outdoor art

Where to stay in Southeast Nebraska

Lincoln featuring railway items

Downtown Lincoln

4.5/5(534 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Lincoln
Sunken Gardens showing bird life and zoo animals

Near South

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

Near South
Some very nice Indian food tonight in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska. #lincolnnebraska #nebraska #indianfood #traveler #travelphotography

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.

Haymarket
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40th and "A"

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

40th and "A"
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West Lincoln

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

West Lincoln
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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
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG
2.5 out of 5
905 O Street, Lincoln, NE
The price is AED 353 per night from May 18 to May 19
AED 353
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (617 reviews)
"The hotel was nice, and clean, and the staff was wonderful. For us the best amenity was the available underground parking, there was a fee, but it was worth it when we could step out of our car and take the elevator straight up to our floor. We would definitely stay there the next time we visit ..."

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
4 out of 5
141 N 9th St, Lincoln, NE
The price is AED 433 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 433
AED 504 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,303 reviews)
Staycation
"Restaurant was absolutely delicious. Staff was wonderful. Will be back for my next staycation!"

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
3.5 out of 5
333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE
The price is AED 511 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
AED 511
AED 594 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was walking distance to capitol and one excellent restaurant called the Green Gateau. Staff were very nice and hotel was very clean."

Reviewed on 9 April 2025

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
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Modern & Private 15 min to Downtown Lincoln Pet Friendly
Modern & Private 15 min to Downtown Lincoln Pet Friendly
Lincoln
Stay at this vacation home in Lincoln. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Memorial Stadium and Pinnacle Bank Arena are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
Enjoyable Stay
"We enjoyed our quick stay. Didn’t spend a lot of time at the property. We found it clean and the location convenient"

Reviewed on 5 April 2025

Modern & Private 15 min to Downtown Lincoln Pet Friendly
Stay on M Street
Stay on M Street
2 out of 5
921 M St, Lincoln, NE
Stay at this apartment in Lincoln. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and concierge services. Popular attractions Pinnacle Bank Arena and Memorial Stadium are ...
6.8/10 (9 reviews)
"Great apartment priced well in a handy location."

Reviewed on 5 April 2025

Stay on M Street
Atmosphere Lincoln
Atmosphere Lincoln
4 out of 5
909 Q Street, Lincoln, NE
Stay at this 4-star condo in Lincoln. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a pool table. Popular attractions Pinnacle Bank Arena and Memorial Stadium ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"We liked the coffee bar in the morning. We didn’t like not being able to park in the basement. That would have made a difference. Communication was bad, it was very hard to get someone to speak with regarding all the issues that we had from the beginning of our stay."

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

Atmosphere Lincoln
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Popular places to visit

Lincoln which includes swimming, a pool and a waterpark

Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

4/5(47 reviews)

You can take time to visit Eugene T. Mahoney State Park during your travels to Ashland. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
Strategic Air and Space Museum showing modern architecture

Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum

4.5/5(28 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum during your travels in Ashland. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum
Lincoln Children\'s Zoo which includes zoo animals as well as a small group of people

Lincoln Children's Zoo

4.5/5(73 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who live at Lincoln Children's Zoo during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lincoln Children's Zoo
Nebraska State Capitol which includes a river or creek and kayaking or canoeing as well as an individual male

Nebraska State Capitol

4.5/5(147 reviews)

Nebraska State Capitol is just one of the places to see in Lincoln, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Nebraska State Capitol
Sunken Gardens which includes a bridge, a river or creek and signage

Sunken Gardens

4.5/5(98 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sunken Gardens, a lovely green space in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Sunken Gardens
Arbor Lodge State Historical Park which includes heritage architecture and snow as well as an individual male

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park, a lovely green space in Nebraska City.

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park