What to do in Southeast Nebraska, NE

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Southeast Nebraska travel guide

University of Nebraska State Museum featuring a statue or sculpture

Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum which includes military items and interior views

University of Nebraska State Museum featuring interior views

Sheldon Museum of Art which includes outdoor art

Southeast Nebraska Attractions

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Places of interest in Southeast Nebraska

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Southeast Nebraska attractions

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What to do in Southeast Nebraska

Popular places to visit

Lincoln which includes a water park, a pool and swimming

Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

Make use of the many fun facilities in this large park, from a theater and a marina to paddle boats and an ice-skating rink.

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.

Strategic Air and Space Museum featuring modern architecture

Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum

Learn about the exciting stories and scientific innovation of the Strategic Air Command’s aircraft and artifacts at this expansive museum.

Sunken Gardens

Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.

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.

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.

Pinnacle Bank Arena

You can make plans for a show at Pinnacle Bank Arena during your stay in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Bob Devaney Sports Center

Catch an event at Bob Devaney Sports Center during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Explore areas of Southeast Nebraska

Downtown Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Lied Center or Lincoln Children's Museum.

Sunken Gardens which includes bird life and zoo animals

Near South

While visiting Near South, you might make a stop by sights like Sunken Gardens and Museum of Nebraska History.

Haymarket

Though Haymarket may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pinnacle Bank Arena and Lincoln Children's Museum.

West Lincoln

West Lincoln might not have many top sights, but Capitol Beach Lake and Haymarket Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Highlands Golf Course and Highland Village.

South Salt Creek

While there might not be top attractions in South Salt Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nebraska State Capitol and Lincoln Children's Museum.

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