40th and A Travel Guide
Lincoln
Visit 40th and A
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.
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.
Sunken Gardens
Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.
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.
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.
Sheldon Museum of Art
Stroll through the marvelous sculpture garden and admire the contemporary and abstract art in this museum on the university campus.
Things to do
Top hotels in 40th and A
New Victorian Suites
It was great!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Annabell Gardens
Second time staying here because it’s a fabulous place to stay!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
location style of Western decor cleaniness comfortable room and sleeping arrangements bar area
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Safe parking. Clean room was big.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Great place to stay. Walkable to PBA Arena and many places to eat. Clean hotel and courteous staff. Great location! Breakfast area is clean and service was good. Food was not.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites Lincoln
Everything about the stay was accommodating and very clean and attentive.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 40th and A
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.
Near South
While visiting Near South, you might make a stop by sights like Sunken Gardens and Museum of Nebraska History.
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.
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 Lincoln Children's Museum.
College View
College View might not have many top sights, but Hyde Memorial Observatory and Lincoln Children's Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bethany
While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Abel Stadium and Gateway Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
