Downtown Lincoln, NE
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Downtown Lincoln Hotel Deals
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
location style of Western decor cleaniness comfortable room and sleeping arrangements bar area
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Large, comfortable room, great location to Pinnacle Bank Arena and bars and restaurants
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Embassy Suites Lincoln
Staff very responsive and kind
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
Very comfortable. Only issue - the heater made a loud high pitched squealing sound when it cycled on.
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG
Staff were super helpful and friendly!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
The Kindler Hotel
Fantastic
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Lincoln
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.
North Bottoms
Though North Bottoms might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bob Devaney Sports Center and Memorial Stadium.
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.
Near South
While visiting Near South, you might make a stop by sights like Sunken Gardens and Museum of Nebraska History.
Antelope Park
Though Antelope Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lincoln Children's Zoo and Sunken Gardens.
Capitol Beach
While Capitol Beach might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Capitol Beach Lake and Haymarket Park.
