- Our list of the best things to do in Lincoln, Nebraska, features the top 48 nearby activities — including 18 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Lincoln, NE has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Amusement, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 32 things to do within the city of Lincoln, NE , followed by 16 popular activities in nearby cities, including Ashland, Raymond and Roca
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The history of glass and techniques for creating hand-blown artwork pop from each interactive session helmed by a nationally renowned artist
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Built in the early 20th century to resemble a baronial estate, Joslyn Castle was fully restored by a local nonprofit. The castle is open twice monthly for guided tours covering the unique architecture as well as gardens and grounds.
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5520 South Lincoln Avenue, York, NE 68467
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The Wessels Living History Farm is a 145 acre historical site dedicated to educating the public on the history of farming in Nebraska. The farm features a variety of farming related exhibits and memorabilia, and hosts various special events.
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The largest big complex in North America, the world's largest nocturnal exhibit, the world's largest indoor swamp, the world's largest indoor rainforest, the world's largest indoor desert, and the world's largest glazed geodesic dome are all located at the Henry Doorly Zoo. Visitors can ride a tram, train, or w…
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Marcus Midtown Cinema is an entertainment destination that features 5 CineDine auditoriums that each include a full service menu and a cocktail service. The cinema also offers special discounts such as '$5 Tuesdays'.
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The Omaha Children's Museum features many areas where children can play and learn. For the littlest ones, there is the wiggle room, while the older ones can play at a pretend grocery store, fire station and farmhouse.
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American art, including American western art, Latin American art and American Indian art, is featured at the Joslyn Art Museum. The museum also offers European art, as well as a large collection of ancient art.
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Part of the larger Lauritzen Gardens area, Kenefick Park features displays of two classic Union Pacific Railroad trains - the largest diesel-electric locomotive ever built, and the largest steam locomotive in the world.
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100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE 68108
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Visitors to Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center can visit the arboretum and bird sanctuary, featuring Nebraska's seven regional plant communities. While at the center, visitors can stroll through many other gardens including an English perennial border garden, a rose garden, and a tree peony garden.
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Creighton University is a private, Jesuit, Roman Catholic institution of higher learning with a total enrollment of 8,019. The university's athletic programs compete in the Big East conference of Division I.
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The Heartland of America Park is a leisure park that is most widely known for the 300-foot water jet fountain and light show. The park spans a total of 31-acres and also has a paved walking trail.