Location: Kearney
Top Things to do in Kearney
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Kearney That You Shouldn't Miss
Kearney /ˈkɑːrni/ is a city in and the county seat of Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 30,787 at the 2010 census. It is home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney. The westward push of the railroad as the Civil War ended gave birth to the community.
Restaurants in Kearney
1. Classic Car Collection
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 183 reviews
This collection of over 200 cars represents one man's 41-year love affair with the automobile. It also represents America's love affair and fascination with automobiles and the evolution of our society around the world of wheels. You'll see a variety of body types and styles. You'll enjoy the incredible detail crafted into many of these vehicles - artistic hood ornaments, instrument gauge panels, wheel styles and headlights. Coordinated together to tell their own stories and help us track the evolution of the model and of the age of automobiles. IPads are provided free of charge to give you additional photographs of the vehicle's details - some not able to be seen by the public as well as more information about the vehicles. This attraction is more than just automobiles. It features artistic displays, interactive multi-media shows and models.
Reviewed By jandrewkopf - Lincoln, United States
This is a great car collection and set up perfectly for easy single walk through to see everything. Very cool, the whole family was impressed. Don't miss it!
2. The World Theatre
3. Yanney Heritage Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 85 reviews
This city park is loaded with features which are free to the public including trails, labyrinth, gardens, lake, splash pads (summer only) and playgrounds. There is a Senior Center that has activities and lunch (for a fee). During the summer months, there is a concessions stand and rentals available (for a fee). There are two air-conditioned facilities to rent for gatherings (for a fee). Great place to relax, play, walk, explore, fish, kayak, picnic, meet and much more! For more information about rentals, contact the City Park and Rec office at 308-237-4644. To donate to the park, contact the Yanney Heritage Park Foundation office at 308-237-7095.
Reviewed By happytravelerjw
Yanney Park has many great features to enjoy the Tower overlooks the Park and you can see the area from above. The walking gardens are beautiful when they are in bloom and the kids love the water park, paddle boats, bike trails and easy access to area for water sports. The park is located next to the Petersen Senior Center where you can call in or stop by to enjoy lunch. Great building for outdoor family gatherings, weddings, etc. Great stop for family picnics or a quick walk.
4. Christine's Horseback Riding
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 80 reviews
We are a kid and beginner friendly horse stable . We have kid broke safe horses and ponies for all ages and levels. All you need is a pair of sturdy boots or sneakers we provide the rest .we can take up to 5 riders at a time.
Reviewed By Q2980VWmichelec
What a perfect way to celebrate a birthday! I booked a unicorn party for my daughter and it did not disappoint. The kids learned about how to safely interact with horses and spent time decorating their hooves and giving the horses a new look with hair chalk to get comfortable around them and practice interacting before getting a pony ride. All of the kids had a lovely time. We are looking forward to spending more time doing trail rides or private lessons with Christine and her beautiful horses.
5. Hike-Bike Trail Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Great place for watching sunrises and sunsets.
Reviewed By StephenJJDJ - Kearney, United States
Kearney now has almost 16 miles of paved hike bike trails that lead from Cottonmill Park on Northwest corner of city leading past University of Nebraska at Kearney campus through Yanney Park, past the south motel and convention center district to our Archway attraction and then on under I-80 and across the Platte River to Ft. Kearney Park. I very pleasant and interesting experience.
6. Great Platte River Road Archway Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 780 reviews
Spanning I-80 at Exit 275 in Kearney, NE, the Archway's unique, family-friendly experience tells the story of the adventurers who followed the Great Platte River Road across Nebraska and helped to build America. Spend about an hour or more in our historical exhibit. Our personal audio guide lets you set the pace. Walk with the pioneers on the Oregon Trail. Watch a rider make a stop at a Pony Express Station. Hear Mark Twain's account of a cross-country stagecoach trip. Relive the creation the nation's first Transcontinental Railroad. Hear stories of early auto travel on the Lincoln Highway. Watch traffic pass below you on I-80. Then, see the replica sod house. Stretch your legs on our hike/bike trail. Picnic on the Archway grounds. Discover unique souvenirs at the Archway Mining Company. Make the Archway part of your family's travel adventure.
Reviewed By o4b - Destin, United States
The Great Platte River Road Archway Monument is a great place to stop and a great place to learn about the westward expansion during the 1800's and what a key role that the Kearney, NE area played in that time. But this experience will take you from the early beginnings all the way to present day and notes the historical events of each era. Very interesting and a very nice stop, regardless of age.
7. Cottonmill Lake
8. Nebraska Firefighters Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By tank1050 - Wescosville, United States
This is a neat museum dedicated to and supported by the many Fire Companies throughout Nebraska as is the wonderful memorial behind the building. The cost is nominal. They have some really nice old fire trucks and lots of equipment, all displayed very well and close so it easy to see. The very helpful lady, who was very friendly and extremely informative, told us the equipment is rotated in my companies from all over the state, so it changes constantly. For families , there are lots for the kids, some interactive, some for them to change or wear. After we finished with the museum, we went out back to the memorial and after enjoying it, sat on a bench and ate our lunch while just looking at the memorial. The whole visit was well worth it. Firefighters have a place in our hearts since both our son-in-law and grandson are firefighters. So this was meaningful to us on another level
9. Trails & Rails Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Experience the traveler’s journey through Buffalo County! Tour six historic buildings, plus a new blacksmith shop, livery barn, and a UP train! The new Family History Center opened mid-2017 and is the new Museum welcome center which also houses the extensive archive department which includes the Buffalo County records used by researchers world-wide. Join us for several special events through-out the year, including the annual Wagons West Celebration and the Buffalo County Stampede 1/2 marathon, 10K, & 5K! The Trails & Rails Museum is located on the original Mormon Trail route (current 11th St.). The Museum is owned and operated by the Buffalo County Historical Society, which is a not-for-profit, 501C-3 organization. Please check out www.bchs.us for additional details and special events. Summer hours are 10-6 daily, except Sundays are 1-5 pm. September through May hours: M-F 1-5 pm. Archive hours are Mondays from 1-4 or by appointment. We are closed on all major holidays.
10. Kearney Area Children's Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
We are proud to offer more than twenty interactive exhibits that cover a wide variety of interests that include an art studio, science center, train depot, grocery store, fire station, and agriculture area. Guests have the opportunity to explore at their own pace, and are invited to touch, push, pull, build, and play with every exhibit.
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