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
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Things to do in Nebraska, United States: The Best National Parks
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.
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1. Niobrara National Scenic River
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By 878MikeB878 - Emporia, United States
It is that shallow. Good water flow. We rented a couple kayaks and did a four hour float. Time was right on the money. Easy in and out. Beautiful scenery while on the water.
2. Agate Fossil Beds National Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Agate, a national park, is an internationally recognized fossil site.
Reviewed By doublewide23
Get out of your car and hike a bit. This is a great stop. You will enjoy the museum which is well-curated and intersting. There is a native American exhibit and a fossilized mamals exhibit. You will surely enjoy one or both of them. The short hikes are easy exercise and very enjoyable. You will see fossils and interesting terrain and flora. Spend an hour or two. It is free.
3. Scotts Bluff National Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 586 reviews
Reviewed By bc_pa - Mountain Top, United States
Despite the Visitor Center renovations, please stop in the temporary trailer. The NPS video is an excellent explanation of the historical significance of these Bluffs and of the westward migration. 3 easy hiking trails (1 at base, 2 up top) that all provide excellent views. Be sure to take the drive to the top - its quite easy. Wish I had the time to take the long hike by foot to the summit !
4. Rock Creek Station State Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By 49JW - Lincoln, United States
We spent the weekend at the campground and hiked some of the trails. One of the nicest and quietest campgrounds we’ve been too. The spots are nice and big and well maintained. The shower house and restroom facilities are the nicest we’ve seen in a state park. The camp hosts Jerry and Emma were super friendly and inviting. They were eager to share maps and history of the area. We hiked some of the trails and were able to see the wagon ruts from the Oregon Trail wagons and well as many of the reconstructed buildings. The trails were very well maintained. We will be coming back and highly recommend the park. If you like history you’ll thoroughly enjoy spending some time on the trails.
5. Chimney Rock National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 308 reviews
Feel the awe and curiosity the pioneers experienced when they saw the most famous landmark on the Oregon, California, and Mormon Trails. The Chimney Rock Museum showcases unique items in our collections that tell the story of the most documented landmark of the western trails of the 1800s. Discover why Chimney Rock has fascinated people since before the state of Nebraska was established.
Reviewed By bc_pa - Mountain Top, United States
Chimney Rock can look slightly different from various angles. Take pictures from different locations as you approach on the main road.. Excellent Visitor Center. The westward migration of settlers explained very well here thru the exhibits and movie. Helpful staff. Interesting to see how the pinnacle looked thru the years as it has eroded and been struck by lightning. Wish we were present to see the peak lit up at night.
6. Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 69 reviews
The Headquarters of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail is located in Omaha, Nebraska. We welcome you to our Visitor Center to experience our programming, hands-on exhibits, and bookstore. Rangers provide Lewis and Clark and National Park Service information. America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes are available.
Reviewed By 672JohnT - Colorado Springs, United States
There is a very nice visitor center here. There is access to the bike trail, pedestrian bridge and a short walk south to a beautiful park.
7. Gavin's Point Dam
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Lordcalvert00 - Crofton, United States
Very Scenic area camping Fishing boating above and below Lewis and Clark Lake on the Beautiful Missouri River and Tours in the Dam during the summer
