East Campus Travel Guide
Lincoln
Visit East Campus
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in East Campus
New Victorian Suites
Roo Was very comfortable and clean. Housekeepers replaced towels daily emptied waste baskets and.made bed
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Staff were great people and did an excellent job given the circumstances of late check outs and game day.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Clean and comfortable. Everything works! Staff very nice!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 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
Very clean and updated. Staff very helpful
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Friendly staff, good location for CFB gamedays and restaurants or bars.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Campus
University Place
University Place might not have many top sights, but Abel Stadium and International Quilt Study Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Bethany
While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Abel Stadium and Gateway Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
