Top Things to do in Nebraska
Top Hotels in Nebraska
- 1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham North Platte
- 2. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
- 3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lincoln Airport, NE
- 4. Hampton Inn Omaha West-Lakeside
- 5. Husker Inn
- 6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lincoln North Hotel and Conference Center, NE
- 7. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport
- 8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Omaha West
- 9. Best Western Plus York Hotel & Conference Center
- 10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sidney, NE
The 10 Best State Parks in Nebraska, United States
Nebraska has something for everyone. From cowboys to wine industry, you’ll find many attractions when you visit this Great Plains state. If you are planning a family vacation to Nebraska, you won’t want to miss the Lincoln Children's Zoo in the state capital. Featuring more than 400 animals, you and the kids can see Amur leopards, Bactrian camels, river otters, eagles, crocodiles, reindeer, and more. At the zoo’s Butterfly Pavilion you can watch as butterflies emerge from their cocoon. The Aquacourt Family Water Park in Hastings features a wave pool, climbing wall and waterslides. In Omaha, Nebraska’s largest city, you won’t want to miss the Omaha Children's Museum. For history buffs, Lincoln is your place. This city is home to the Nebraska History Museum, with permanent exhibits that interpret more than 12,000 years of human experience on the Plains. You can make history personal in Lincoln with a visit to the Nebraska State Historical Society Headquarters, where you can research your family history. Omaha is also home to The Durham Museum, featuring restored train cars, 1940's storefronts and other historical artifacts. For a bit of Nebraska heritage, make sure you visit Front Street and Cowboy Museum in Ogallala and the Tri-State Old Time Cowboys Memorial Museum in Gordon. Learn about the area’s wine industry and history on a Nebraska Cork & Bottle Tour through Raymond, Pawnee City, Lexington and St. Paul, sampling fine wines and taking in the scenic views.
Restaurants in Nebraska
1. Stolley Park
2. Fort Robinson State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By DillonM1905 - Eldersburg, United States
This is an excellent state park with plenty of Western history, especially of the US cavalry and the native American tribes of the region. Markers note the location of the original fort and many buildings of the later installation remain, some being used as museums or cabins. There are some good trails on the edge of the park; we hiked up the ridges to the north for great views of the fort. Its in the middle of nowhere but a great stop to seek out.
3. Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area
4. Arbor Lodge State Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Arbor Lodge in Nebraska City, Nebraska, was the home of the J. Sterling and Caroline Morton family. The four-room house built in 1855 was renovated over the years into a Victorian-style mansion. The 52-room mansion includes many Morton family Victorian and Empire-era furnishings. Guests may stroll the gardens and trails to view towering trees, many of which were planted by the Morton family. Arbor Lodge State Historical Park and Arboretum encompasses 72 acres of wooded area and gardens, with over 260 species of trees and shrubs.
Reviewed By cwild92 - Indianapolis, United States
This spacious, beautiful historical home can be accessed via self-guided tour, and 90% of the furnishings are original to the Morton family. There are great examples of Victorian and Arts and Crafts decor/furniture, as well as original Art Nouveau wallpaper. Well worth the price of admission.
5. Niobrara State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By 523lelandh - Niobrara, United States
Great campsites for tenting, lots of hiking trails and many sites to visit in the area. Need to visit town of Monowi just west of park, Larry the Cable Guy did a show there, on a morning show, written up by AP writer, in Arbys ad.
6. Smith Falls State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By apeters1088 - Lincoln, United States
We did this hike on a Sunday morning and didn’t see another soul! It was a quick and easy hike even with a baby and toddler and the views were amazing. Our kids could’ve played in the waterfall all day!
7. Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By D9169JXchrisw
We had a wonderful weekend at the Reservoir. The water was down enough to have amazing sandy beaches and perfect water.
8. Ponca State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By johnaE2329EV - Dakota City, United States
The Ponca State Park is nestled in the extreme NE. corner of Nebraska where the Missouri River borders South Dakota Iowa and Nebraska. They recently opened a new aquatics center, as I have not seen it but I hear its really nice. The have a yearly Expo in late summer, info can be found on Nebraska parks. gov.
9. Platte River State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By lanceo53
A very nice, and very large, rambling State Park...with tons of amenities that include rental cabins, camping areas, lodges, restaurant, observations towers, tennis courts, swimming/splash pads, athletic field, education facility/headquarters, fishing, miles and miles of hiking/walking trails, a waterfall, and of course the Platte River. A person could easily set aside a couple hours to just initially scratch the surface of what the State Park has to offer... just as easily take the entire day...and if feeling adventurous do some overnight camping. Enjoy !!
10. Bowring Ranch State Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
