Things to do in Lincoln
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What to do in Lincoln
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.
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.
Sheldon Museum of Art
Stroll through the marvelous sculpture garden and admire the contemporary and abstract art in this museum on the university campus.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Areas of Lincoln
Downtown Lincoln
Downtown Lincoln is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lied Center and Pinnacle Bank Arena while in the area.
Haymarket
While Haymarket isn't home to many top sights, Pinnacle Bank Arena and Lied Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Near South
While visiting Near South, you might make a stop by sights like Sunken Gardens and Museum of Nebraska History.
40th and "A"
40th and "A" might not have many top sights, but Lincoln Children's Zoo and Gateway Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Highlands
While Highlands might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Highlands Golf Course and Haymarket Park.
West Lincoln
Though West Lincoln might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Haymarket Park and Pinnacle Bank Arena.
