9 Gardens in Nebraska That You Shouldn't Miss

January 26, 2022 Augustus Redeker

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. Ehmen Park Arboretum

State Highway 47 Lake Avenue and 15th Street., Gothenburg, NE 69138
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Ehmen Park Arboretum

2. Hamann Rose Garden

S 27th St Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68502 +1 402-441-7847 http://lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/parksfacilities/publicgardens/hamannrose/info.htm
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Hamann Rose Garden

Reviewed By gredave - Vacaville, United States

This is an extraordinarily beautiful place: I strolled through in about an hour, enjoying the color and fragrance of the roses. There are many types of greenery, which contrasts nicely with the roses. It was a bit early in the spring, so many of them had not achieved their full blossom. But what I will remember most about this park is the fragrance: "a rose by any other name would smell as sweet," and that sweetness will stay with me.

3. Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center

100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108-1752 +1 402-346-4002 [email protected] http://www.omahabotanicalgardens.org/
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4.5 based on 1,112 reviews

Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center

Reviewed By TaraMcConkeytravels - Shawnee, United States

Try to come here before May 9th, as they have a really cool Folklore exhibit, as Folklore inspired by nature. They created art using plants and found objects to represent different folklore creatures and it was awesome. That being said, the year round gardens are great too. They have a great children's garden, tropics house, and we always love the bird garden. Reasonable price as well. We take 3-4 hours with 2 kids.

4. Sunken Gardens

27th & Capitol Pkwy, Lincoln, NE 68502 +1 402-441-7847 [email protected] http://lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/parksfacilities/publicgardens/sunken/index.htm
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4.5 based on 726 reviews

Sunken Gardens

Reviewed By deforestn

Flowers don't get any better than July. Except for June and August in the Sunken Gardens.You can "get down" with the Koi fishes and Water Lilies and "get high" with the Hostas and the gigantic Elephant Ears. No matter where you are you will be awash in vibrant colors and sweet smells. "Not that I can smell them."

5. Herb Mignery Sculpture Garden

Wheeler County Courthouse Square, Bartlett, NE
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Herb Mignery Sculpture Garden

6. Veterans Memorial Garden

3200 Veterans Memorial Dr., Lincoln, NE 68502 +1 402-441-7847 http://www.lincolnparks.org/
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Veterans Memorial Garden

Reviewed By E4823QUmichellef

We found the park by chance, but a very lucky find. Beautiful tribute to many aspects of Armed Forces, beautifully maintained, full of honor & history, well worth the visit.

7. Living Memorial Gardens

11th and Toledo, Sidney, NE 69162 +1 866-545-4030
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4.0 based on 4 reviews

Living Memorial Gardens

8. Gerald R. Ford Birthsite and Gardens

3202 Woolworth Ave, Omaha, NE 68105 +1 402-444-5955 http://www.nebraskahistory.org/conserve/brthsite.htm
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3.5 based on 75 reviews

Gerald R. Ford Birthsite and Gardens

Reviewed By applejuice4lifetime - Plattsmouth, United States

This is a beautiful hidden area with historic information about President Ford. Love the landscaping and they fact that you do not realize it is here. Lots of information. I attended a wedding here as well that was quite beautiful

9. Mt Vernon Gardens

6011 South 13th St, Omaha, NE
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3.5 based on 6 reviews

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