Things to Do with Kids in Lincoln, NE

  • TripBuzz found 38 things to do with kids in or near Lincoln, Nebraska, including 9 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ashland and Roca.
  • From Memorial Stadium to Lincoln Children's Museum, the Lincoln area offers 41 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Sports Stadiums (Professional).
  • A largely populated city in Nebraska, Lincoln is the state capital. The city is less than an hour from Omaha and is home to the University of Nebraska. It further features many museums, theaters and concert venues for residents and tourists to enjoy. Other attractions in the city include a children's zoo, arboretum and an astronomical observatory.
  • TripBuzz found 38 things to do with kids in or near Lincoln, Nebraska, including 9 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ashland and Roca.
  • From Memorial Stadium to Lincoln Children's Museum, the Lincoln area offers 41 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Sports Stadiums (Professional).
  • A largely populated city in Nebraska, Lincoln is the state capital. The city is less than an hour from Omaha and is home to the University of Nebraska. It further features many museums, theaters and concert venues for residents and tourists to enjoy. Other attractions in the city include a children's zoo, arboretum and an astronomical observatory.
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48.1 Miles
78% 54 votes
Castles 3902 Davenport St., Omaha, NE 68131 MoreLess Info
Built in the early 20th century to resemble a baronial estate, Joslyn Castle was fully restored by a local nonprofit. The castle is open twice monthly for guided tours covering the unique architecture as well as gardens and grounds.
48.2 Miles
100% 23 votes
Farms & Ranches 5520 South Lincoln Avenue, York, NE 68467 MoreLess Info
The Wessels Living History Farm is a 145 acre historical site dedicated to educating the public on the history of farming in Nebraska. The farm features a variety of farming related exhibits and memorabilia, and hosts various special events.
48.3 Miles
95% 4220 votes
Zoos 3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68107 MoreLess Info
The largest big complex in North America, the world's largest nocturnal exhibit, the world's largest indoor swamp, the world's largest indoor rainforest, the world's largest indoor desert, and the world's largest glazed geodesic dome are all located at the Henry Doorly Zoo. Visitors can ride a tram, train, or w…
48.4 Miles
65% 71 votes
Movie Theaters 3201 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68131 MoreLess Info
Marcus Midtown Cinema is an entertainment destination that features 5 CineDine auditoriums that each include a full service menu and a cocktail service. The cinema also offers special discounts such as '$5 Tuesdays'.
49.0 Miles
88% 372 votes
Children's Museums 500 South 20th St, Omaha, NE 68102 MoreLess Info
The Omaha Children's Museum features many areas where children can play and learn. For the littlest ones, there is the wiggle room, while the older ones can play at a pretend grocery store, fire station and farmhouse.
49.1 Miles
89% 71 votes
Parks 600 Abbott Drive, Omaha, NE 68110 MoreLess Info
Part of the larger Lauritzen Gardens area, Kenefick Park features displays of two classic Union Pacific Railroad trains - the largest diesel-electric locomotive ever built, and the largest steam locomotive in the world.
49.3 Miles
90% 618 votes
Botanical Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE 68108 MoreLess Info
Visitors to Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center can visit the arboretum and bird sanctuary, featuring Nebraska's seven regional plant communities. While at the center, visitors can stroll through many other gardens including an English perennial border garden, a rose garden, and a tree peony garden.
49.3 Miles
92% 72 votes
Colleges & Universities 2500 California Street, Omaha, NE 68178 MoreLess Info
Creighton University is a private, Jesuit, Roman Catholic institution of higher learning with a total enrollment of 8,019. The university's athletic programs compete in the Big East conference of Division I.
49.3 Miles
86% 175 votes
Parks 800 Douglas Street, Omaha, NE 68102 MoreLess Info
The Heartland of America Park is a leisure park that is most widely known for the 300-foot water jet fountain and light show. The park spans a total of 31-acres and also has a paved walking trail.
49.3 Miles
88% 17 votes
Theaters 409 S 16th Street, Omaha, NE 68102 MoreLess Info
Originally built in the 1920s as a vaudeville theater, the Orpheum Theater is a central venue of the local performing arts council. The theater, which features restored art deco and classic architecture throughout, regularly plays host to touring Broadway companies.
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