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
Things to do in Nebraska, United States: The Best Bodies of Water
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. Dismal River
2. Branched Oak State Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
3. Eagle Scout Park
4. Platte River
5. Holmes Park & Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
The center of outdoor activity in the heart of Lincoln including a lake for boating and fishing, plus picnic grounds and hiking trails.
Reviewed By kdschielke - Austin, United States
Nice park, large grassy areas and paved, shady walkway around lake. Lots of people fishing. Dogs on leash welcome. Free parking and entry.
6. Niobrara River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By lauraaD5725FH - Indianapolis, United States
We had a fantastic time on our tubing trip. We used Dryland Aquatics out of Sparks, NE. We had a double tube with a back rest - absolutely the way to go!! We did the 4 hour, starting at Berry Bridge, it was the perfect length and we still got to stop and see Smith Falls!
7. Chalco Hills Recreation Area
8. Zorinsky Lake and Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Ambassador216296
More than a man made lake in the suburbs, Lake Zorinsky has much to offer. I have seen amazing sunsets over the lake night after night; walked miles of trails; played baseball with m my boys at the diamonds when they were young; pushed swings at the multiple the playgrownds and flown kites in the soccer fields, seen wildlife in its natural habitat including wild turkeys, hawk, owls, deer (including a herd of about 50 deer running gracefully only a hundred yards from me); taken hidden paths; celebrated a birthday party in a shelter; watched fireworks throughout the area from above the dam; and appreciated that manmade lakes are not necessarily for mere pleasure, but also protection and prevention of flooding in a state with thousands of miles of waterways.
9. Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area
10. Standing Bear Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By mhenry525 - Omaha, United States
Fun place for a day adventure. Excellent walking trails all around. In the summer you can rent a canoe and enjoy the lake.
