40th and A Travel Guide

Lincoln

Popular places to visit

Lincoln Children\'s Zoo showing zoo animals as well as a small group of people

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
Sunken Gardens which includes a bridge, signage and a river or creek

Sunken Gardens

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

Sunken Gardens
Nebraska State Capitol which includes kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek as well as an individual male

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
Lincoln Children's Museum

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
International Quilt Study Center which includes flowers and a park

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.

International Quilt Study Center
University of Nebraska State Museum which includes interior views

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.

University of Nebraska State Museum

Things to do

State and City Mosque

The Essence of Kota Kinabalu

฿3,108
per adult
The Essence of Kota Kinabalu
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Top hotels in 40th and A

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

3.5 out of 5
333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE
The price is ฿4,180 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,180
฿4,859 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Well kept. Can tell it's an older bldg but love full service restaurant, Starbucks, pool and gym. Needs a spa for us old people, lol"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St

BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St

2.5 out of 5
6750 Wildcat Drive, Lincoln, NE
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Cat friendly. Amazing beds and friendly staff. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

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BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

3.5 out of 5
600 Q Street, Lincoln, NE
The price is ฿3,622 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,622
฿4,210 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay! Staff and location are great."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

4 out of 5
141 N 9th St, Lincoln, NE
The price is ฿3,596 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,596
฿4,180 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,268 reviews)
"Quirky vibes, very comfy bed!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
905 O Street, Lincoln, NE
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,428 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,428
฿3,985 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (707 reviews)
"It was great except that the water in the bathroom smelled like it was wastewater. That was a huge negative, or else I’d want to stay and live in the hotel forever."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG
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 ฿2,961 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,961
฿3,442 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,040 reviews)
"The property was immaculate!! Nicest hotel on our whole trip."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
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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 Lincoln Children's Museum.

Downtown Lincoln
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College View

College View might not have many top sights, but Lincoln Children's Zoo and Sunken Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

College View
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Bethany

While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Abel Stadium and Gateway Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bethany

40th and A Travel Guide