40th and A Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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.

Lincoln Children's Zoo
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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.

Nebraska State Capitol
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Lincoln Children's Museum

You can take time to visit Lincoln Children's Museum during your travels to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lincoln Children's Museum
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Sunken Gardens

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

Sunken Gardens
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Sheldon Museum of Art

Stroll through the marvelous sculpture garden and admire the contemporary and abstract art in this museum on the university campus.

Sheldon Museum of Art
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International Quilt Study Center

5/5(2 reviews)

Browse the eclectic displays and chat with docents in this museum and study center containing one of the world’s largest quilt collections.

International Quilt Study Center

Activities

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The Essence of Kota Kinabalu

AU$116
Per adult
The Essence of Kota Kinabalu
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Drive through Christmas Lights Show

AU$50
Per adult
Drive through Christmas Lights Show
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Lincoln Scavenger Hunt: Capitol to Campus!

AU$19
Per adult
Lincoln Scavenger Hunt: Capitol to Campus!
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Loco Lincoln, NE Scavenger Hunt

AU$33
Per adult
Loco Lincoln, NE Scavenger Hunt
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Lincoln: Private Scavenger Hunts

AU$33
Per adult
Lincoln: Private Scavenger Hunts
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Lincoln Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers

AU$30
Per adult
Lincoln Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers
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Our pick of the best 40th and A Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln
2.5 out of 5
4433 N 27th St, Lincoln, NE
The price is AU$117 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$117
per night
21 May - 22 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Comfortable stay
"Gave 4 stars only because hotel could use a little updating. Our room was clean, large and comfortable. The staff was friendly. It was a perfect overnight stay on a long driving trip"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
4 out of 5
141 N 9th St, Lincoln, NE
The price is AU$179 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$179
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,173 reviews)
"Our go to place to stay in Lincoln."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Graduate Lincoln
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
2201 Wildcat Circle, Lincoln, NE
The price is AU$174 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$174
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The Internet was unusable for my work and YouTube videos had to buffer. WiFi signal strength was low in the room. Pings time were erratic and often timed out. Room was very nice. Breakfast was good. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
3.5 out of 5
600 Q Street, Lincoln, NE
The price is AU$193 per night from 30 May to 31 May
AU$193
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The bathroom door didn’t close and the shower was not good . Bed was excellent."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Airport - Lincoln, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Airport - Lincoln, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1101 W Commerce Way, Lincoln, NE
The price is AU$167 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$167
per night
21 May - 22 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (821 reviews)
Good property, sketchy area still
"Good location for easy on-off of I80. We used to stay in this - and other adjacent properties on many trips to and from the Denver/Des Moines route. However, each time the properties got dirtier, sketchier, more disrepair and the immediate area wasn’t getting any better. I was glad that this property ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Airport - Lincoln, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
2500 Tamarin Ridge Rd, Lincoln, NE
The price is AU$138 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$138
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (569 reviews)
"Out dated"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 40th and A

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Antelope Park

While Antelope Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lincoln Children's Zoo and Sunken Gardens.

Antelope Park
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.

Near South
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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.

East Campus
Lincoln featuring railway items

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 Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Downtown Lincoln
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Bethany

While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Gateway Mall and Lincoln Children's Zoo are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bethany
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Haymarket

Though Haymarket may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pinnacle Bank Arena and Lied Center.

Haymarket

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