University Place Travel Guide
Lincoln
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in University Place
New Victorian Suites
Other than finding roaches in my room, stay was delightful. I brought this to the attention of the concierge and she apologized… it wasn’t a big deal, just wanted staff to be aware before it got to be a real issue.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites Lincoln
The bed was very comfortable plus the breakfast was delicious
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Well organized, clean.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
Everything was wonderful!! Staff was awesome!!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Nice place
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St
Very good.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around University Place
Bethany
While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Abel Stadium and Gateway Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Bicentennial Estates
When in Bicentennial Estates, you can plan a visit to Links Lake and Bob Devaney Sports Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Autumn Wood
Though Autumn Wood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Links Lake and Bob Devaney Sports Center.
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 Sunken Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
