Location: North Platte
Top Things to do in North Platte
What to do and see in North Platte, Nebraska (NE): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
North Platte is a city in and the county seat of Lincoln County, Nebraska, United States. It is located in the southwestern part of the state, along Interstate 80, at the confluence of the North and South Platte Rivers forming the Platte River. The population was 24,733 at the 2010 census.
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1. North Platte Area Children's Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
2. Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 530 reviews
Reviewed By GeekHistory - Dover, United States
From the Golden Spike Tower the 7th-floor open-air observation deck offered great views the of Union Pacific Railroad Bailey Yard and surrounding area. We enjoyed the 7th-floor open-air observation deck but the fully enclosed 8th floor of the Golden Spike Tower offers some additional information and exhibits. Although Tripadvisor has them listed separately, there is no separate attraction for tourists to visit he Bailey Yard. You view the Bailey Yard from the Golden Spike Tower.
3. Lincoln County Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By GeekHistory - Dover, United States
Sometimes when you least expect it you run across an excellent small town museum such as this one. While the museum is there to tell the history of Lincoln County Nebraska, it tells an overall great story of history. As a geek I really enjoyed the extensive display of early telephone equipment. The area telling the story of the WWII canteen located in North Platte was interesting as well. Besides the museum there are several outdoor buildings restored to their vintage look in a small village setting. Nearby to the Buffalo Bill Ranch and a highly recommended stop if you are in the area.
4. Grain Bin Antique Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Ypretired1 - Pawleys Island, United States
Highly recommend taking the drive past the corn fields and the beautiful cows to this unique place. Carolyn at visitors center suggested we would really love it and we did.
5. Cody Park Railroad Museum
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By GeekHistory - Dover, United States
The Cody Park Railroad Museum is one section of the larger recreational area of Cody Park. The trains on display are awesome. Walking through the interior of the train some of it is set up as the train was originally and some sections are set up as museum displays. There is also a small train depot museum there as well.
6. Fort Cody Trading Post
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4.0 based on 191 reviews
The FUN store known Coast-to-Coast! Fort Cody has been a beacon on the Nebraska Prairie since 1963! Family owned and operated, Fort Cody is more than just a store. Our Old West Museum features some of the finest, vintage cowboy gear anywhere! See Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show, in Miniature! It is a 20,000 piece, hand carved and painted, animated display and is one of the finest displays of Folk Art you will ever see! Our gift shop features over 800 book titles, Native American arts and crafts, Nebraska food products, toys, jewelry, T-shirts, leather goods, and so much more!
Reviewed By Traveler8901 - Appleton, United States
Unique little place off the highway. It's like stepping back in time with some of their candy options! They have clothes, purses, backpacks, jewelry, jellies, etc. Worth the stop for a trip down memory lane!
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