Aerial view of Scotts Bluff National Monument in Nebraska

Things to do in  Nebraska

Adventure in the Great Plains

Away from the highway, Nebraska is a treasure trove of cute small towns, winding rivers, epic wildlife migrations, Indigenous history, uncrowded state parks, and high sandstone bluffs and pine clad ridges some 100 miles (160 kilometers) long. So it’ll come as no surprise that the state is a mecca for outdoor adventure—top things to do including hiking, golfing, and tanking (floating down the river in a water container). And that’s not to mention spots like Omaha, a fast-growing cultural hub with fantastic restaurants and live music venues.

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Top 2 attractions in Nebraska

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The Archway at Great Platte River Road

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Explore Nebraska’s role in America’s expansion westwards at the Archway at Great Platte River Road, the first and only museum to straddle a US interstate highway. Located in Kearney, the unique monument and museum commemorates the American pioneers who headed west, as well as the development of the nation’s highways and railroads.More
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The Durham Museum

The Durham Museum

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Learn about the history of Omaha and the American West at the Durham Museum. Located within the historic, art deco-style Union Station building, the museum offers an array of permanent and temporary traveling exhibits on subjects spanning history, culture, science, industry, and more.More

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Great Platte River Road Archway Monument

Great Platte River Road Archway Monument

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Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Lincoln by Wacky Walks

Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Lincoln by Wacky Walks

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Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Omaha with Holly Jolly Hunt

Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Omaha with Holly Jolly Hunt

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Outstanding Omaha Scavenger Hunt
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Outstanding Omaha Scavenger Hunt

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Omaha Bar Hunt: Oh My Omaha!

Omaha Bar Hunt: Oh My Omaha!

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Lincoln Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers

Lincoln Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers

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Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Lincoln by 3Quest Challenge

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Lincoln by 3Quest Challenge

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Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Omaha by Zombie Scavengers

Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Omaha by Zombie Scavengers

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Omaha City Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest

Omaha City Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest

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Omaha Puzzling Adventure

Omaha Puzzling Adventure

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Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Omaha by Wacky Walks

Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Omaha by Wacky Walks

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Omaha Scavenger Hunt: The West’s Glorious Gateway

Omaha Scavenger Hunt: The West’s Glorious Gateway

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Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Lincoln by Operation City Quest

Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Lincoln by Operation City Quest

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Loco Lincoln, NE Scavenger Hunt
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Loco Lincoln, NE Scavenger Hunt

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Drive through Christmas Lights Show

Drive through Christmas Lights Show

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Lincoln Scavenger Hunt: Capitol to Campus!

Lincoln Scavenger Hunt: Capitol to Campus!

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Murder Mystery Detective Experience Lincoln, NE

Murder Mystery Detective Experience Lincoln, NE

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Private Luxury Muscat Airport Transfer

Private Luxury Muscat Airport Transfer

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When to visit

Like much of the Midwest, winter in Nebraska gets seriously cold and summer seriously hot. Spring and fall shine brightest, with March attracting millions of visitors for one specific reason: the sandhill crane migration. If you’re into wildlife, there’s no better time to visit the state. Otherwise, look to April-May or September–November for mild temperatures, green spaces at their most gorgeous, and Omaha’s SeptemberFest event.

Getting around

Nebraska isn’t small. To get around the state, you’ll want your own vehicle. Luckily, off I-80, traffic is pretty quiet and the backroads are quite scenic. That being said, Amtrak does serve southern Nebraska, from Omaha west through McCook. In Omaha, you’ll find taxis and rideshares, plus most hotels run shuttles to and from the airport and within a specific mile radius.

Traveler tips

You heard it here first: Western Nebraska is about to be discovered by adventure seekers. Just north of Colorado, Fort Robinson State Park and Scottsbluff National Monument offer incredible hiking, great scenic vistas, pine forests and rocky ridges, plus Wild West history, birdwatching, and bison-spotting. And the state isn’t as flat as people think—its highest peak is the Panorama Point in Kimball Country, which rises up some 5,430 feet (1,655 meters).

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People Also Ask

Is there anything worth visiting in Nebraska?

Yes, there’s so much worth visiting in Nebraska. For starters, the state isn’t flat; head to the Pine Ridge National Recreation Area, and you’ll see 100 miles (160 kilometers) of scenic ridges and forests. There’s also the sandhill crane migration, the Carhenge replica of England’s Stonehenge, Scottsbluff National Monument, Omaha city center, and the epic Omaha Zoo.

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What are 3 things Nebraska is famous for?

Nebraska is famous for a handful of things, but here are three: Henry Doorly Zoo, aka the Omaha Zoo, which is widely recognized as the best in the country; Carhenge, a Stonehenge replica built from old car models; and Chimney Rock, one of the most famous points along the Oregon Trail.

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Why is Nebraska a good place to visit?

Nebraska is a good place to visit because crowds tend to be small, traffic speedy, and prices reasonable. You’ll find adventures many people will never experience because they’ve written the state off. Beyond the glitter of Omaha—a cool, scenic city—check out Chadron State Park, Nebraska National Forest, and Kearney, where the sandhill crane migration takes place.

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What is Nebraska's most famous food?

Ever heard of Omaha steaks? Yep, that’s Nebraska—beef here is a big deal. Then there’s corn, of course—there’s even a university dedicated entirely to Nebraska Cornhuskers and trucks selling sweet corn on side roads come summer. Beyond those two staples, other famous foods are runzas (like a homemade Hot Pocket, but better), reuben sandwiches, and Kool-Aid pie.

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What cool things does Nebraska have?

Nebraska has so many cool things, especially if you love the outdoors and American history. At Scottsbluff National Monument, you’ll find Indigenous battlegrounds, plus the Oregon Trail, the Mormon Trail, and the Pony Express. Then there’s Agate Fossil Beds, the Omaha Zoo, the sandhill crane migration on the Platte River—the list goes on.

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What famous sandwich is from Nebraska?

Nebraska’s most famous sandwich is the runza. It’s a pocket of bread typically filled with ground beef, onions, and other accouterments (such as cabbage) all wrapped in a yeasty dough and baked. While the pasty is Scottish, bierocks and runzas have the same German-Russian roots, originally coming from the Prussian word pirozhok.

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