Great City on the Great Plains

Nebraska’s second largest city is a robust college town that counts 125 parks within its boundaries. It’s home to a thriving live-music scene. Museum and cultural opportunities are plentiful, but not at the expense of sports, which are highly regarded here in the land of the Huskers.

Cultural institutions

Highlights include the International Quilt Study Center, Museum of American Speed and a children’s museum.

Picturesque spaces

Unwind in tranquil parks throughout Lincoln offering pristine waterways, public art and open skies.

Local performances

See concerts at The Railyard, films at May Riepma Ross Media Arts Center or Lincoln Symphony Orchestra shows.

Lincoln Landmarks

Beloved Spots

  • Cheer on the Cornhuskers at home games for football, basketball, volleyball, soccer and more.

  • Tour the impressive building for architecture, stories and views from the observation deck.

  • Stroll through this outdoor art escape filled with colorful murals, lights and sculptures.

Fresh-Air Treasures

  • Spend the day amid a tranquil body of water with walking paths, a boardwalk and wildlife.

  • Enjoy a beautifully designed garden that bursts with seasonal blooms and serene fountains.

  • Bike this paved path that follows 10 kilometers of old Union Pacific Railroad tracks.

Experiences

Visitors on the tour of the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln, Nebraska
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