University Place Travel Guide
Lincoln
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Popular places to visit
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Nebraska-Lincoln during your travels in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Memorial Stadium
Catch an event at Memorial Stadium during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lincoln Children's Zoo
Take a ride on a historic train and learn about the animals in your backyard and beyond at this downtown zoo, tailored for curious kids.
Nebraska State Capitol
Tour Lincoln’s gleaming art deco Capitol building to learn about the architecture and local legislature of the Tower on the Plains.
Sunken Gardens
Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.
International Quilt Study Center
Browse the eclectic displays and chat with docents in this museum and study center containing one of the world’s largest quilt collections.
Top hotels in University Place
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown
This hotel was amazing, Austin the bartender made amazing drinks with the best energy!! Food was great, other staff were super friendly making sure we had everything we needed, very clean!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
New Victorian Suites
Close to where we needed to be. They are in the process of renovating, but stay was nice and comfortable and quiet
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Hot water was a blessing! Room was really clean. I didn’t eat breakfast tho it did smell wonderful. Staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
we choose the Graduate becasue it is pet friendly
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
We didnt eat, but the Breakfast looked and smelled fantastic
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites Lincoln
It was fine. I didn't take advantage of any amenities so I cannot comment on that. I would like to give people a heads up on one aspect. if you are traveling a long distance and just want to get to your room after checking in. This hotel was a pain. They do have valet, but it was 9 pm when we check ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Place
Bethany
While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Gateway Mall and International Quilt Study Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Campus
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Campus and surrounding area, you can visit International Quilt Study Center and Gateway Mall.
Bicentennial Estates
When in Bicentennial Estates, you can plan a visit to Links at Lincoln and Highland Village, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Autumn Wood
Though Autumn Wood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Links at Lincoln and Bob Devaney Sports Center.
Belmont
While Belmont may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bob Devaney Sports Center and Links at Lincoln.
40th and "A"
When in 40th and "A", you can plan a visit to Lincoln Children's Zoo and Sunken Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
