University Place Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
University of Nebraska State Museum
Bear witness to the formation of the universe and gaze up at an enormous mammoth skeleton in this eclectic complex.
Activities
Our pick of the best University Place Hotel Deals
New Victorian Suites
Fast and easy
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Room was great as always
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Great room on all areas
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Annabell Gardens
Clean quiet room. Great amenities. Staff was friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Loved the manager and staff can tell they try very hard!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Great, well kept hotel. Great location. Right in the middle of the action. Quick walk to Pinnacle Bank Arena. Very warm swimming pool. Breakfast was good with variety of healthy and cooked food. Very helpful staff. Parking was easier than expected. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Place
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.
Bethany
While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Abel Stadium and Gateway Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Autumn Wood
Though Autumn Wood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hartland Garden Valley Conservation Area and Links at Lincoln.
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 Haymarket Park.
40th and "A"
When in 40th and "A", you can plan a visit to Lincoln Children's Zoo and Woods Tennis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Bottoms
While North Bottoms isn't home to many top sights, Bob Devaney Sports Center and Memorial Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
