Near South
Lincoln
Visit Near South
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.
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.
Memorial Stadium
Catch an event at Memorial Stadium during your trip to 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.
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 Near South
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown
Great location and breakfast
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
New Victorian Suites
Never went to the weight room and the stay was wonderful we booked another week.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Breakfast was comprehensive with belgian waffles, pastries, toast, yogurt, oatmeal with toppings, chocolate milk, fresh fruit, cereal, biscuits and gravy,
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
The girl at check in was super nice. The issue was after we came back from our night on the town we sat in the lobby for a while just drinking water and casually chatting, not loudly either. The security guy came up to us and asked us if we had a ride coming basically trying to ask us to leave. There ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Yes
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St
Clean room, friendly staff, breakfast was just ok. Property is being remodeled and our room was great. The trail at the wetland adjacent to this property was a great bonus this morning.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near South
Antelope Park
Though Antelope Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lincoln Children's Zoo and Sunken Gardens.
Downtown Lincoln
Downtown Lincoln is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lied Center and Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center while in the area.
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.
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.
40th and "A"
40th and "A" might not have many top sights, but Lincoln Children's Zoo and Woods Tennis Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
North Bottoms
Though North Bottoms might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bob Devaney Sports Center and Memorial Stadium.
