Downtown Lincoln
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Popular places to visit
Sheldon Museum of Art
Stroll through the marvelous sculpture garden and admire the contemporary and abstract art in this museum on the university campus.
Memorial Stadium
Catch an event at Memorial Stadium during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Nebraska-Lincoln, during your travels in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Lincoln
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown
"Very beautiful and extremely clean!!"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
"Very warm, nostalgic atmosphere in an excellent location of Haymarket square close to UN campus and in the heart of downtown Lincoln. Comfortable, clean, ice-water and other needs always available in lobby as well."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
"I was disappointed with several aspects of my recent stay at this Marriott property, although there were a few positives as well. I specifically reserved a king room, but upon arrival, I was given a double room instead. That was frustrating, especially since I booked in advance. One of the main reasons ..."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
"Breakfast was great"
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Embassy Suites Lincoln
"Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very clean"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG
"We really enjoyed staying at this hotel for the CWS! The price was great and an easy drive to the baseball stadium. Haley and Derrick were so nice and helpful at the front desk! We will be back!"
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Lincoln
Haymarket
While Haymarket isn't home to many top sights, Pinnacle Bank Arena and Lincoln Children's Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Near South
While visiting Near South, you might make a stop by sights like Sunken Gardens and Museum of Nebraska History.
South Salt Creek
While South Salt Creek isn't home to many top sights, Nebraska State Capitol and Lincoln Children's Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Highlands
If you're spending some time in Highlands, Highlands Golf Course and Highland Village are top sights worth seeing.
West Lincoln
Though West Lincoln might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Capitol Beach Lake and Haymarket Park.
