East Campus Travel Guide
Lincoln
Visit East Campus
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do
Top hotels in East Campus

New Victorian Suites
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln
Reviewed on 23 Jul 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.