Top 10 Attractions in Nebraska

From outdoors activities and zoos, to museums and world-class venues, here are the Top 10 Nebraska attractions.

1. Boot Hill
   Ogallala, NE  
   

   Do you enjoy history? If so, you'll definitely want to take a closer look at Boot Hill in Ogallala, located in north central Nebraska. Here, old-time burials were laid to rest in a historic cemetery, where the dead were generally buried with their boots on - hence the name, "Boot Hill". Many stories of the early days of Ogallala lie untold in the sod at Boot Hill.

2. Mansion on the Hill
   West 10th and Spruce St.
   Ogallala, NE   69153
   308-284-4327
   

   At Mansion on the Hill, you'll find an authentic Victorian-style home known as Ogallala's finest residence in the 1800's. Mansion on the Hill has enjoyed a prominent location on the National Register of Historic Places, and is now a museum open to the public.

3. Orpheum Theater
   409 S. 16th Street
   Omaha, NE   68102
   402-345-0202
   

   Take in a dazzling performance at the Orpheum Theater of Omaha, Nebraska, and you'll be treating yourself to a world-class show. As an added benefit, the theater is a staunchly historic Midwestern landmark which has been host to renowned performers and other acts since 1927.

4. Hastings College
   710 Academic Avenue
   Hastings, NE   68901
   402-461-7453
   

   You won't want to miss out on the chance to visit Hastings College on your trip to Nebraska. After all, it's here that the renowned Hastings College Art Gallery remains open during the academic year, featuring the prestigious works of several artists.

5. Henry Doorly Zoo
   3701 S 10th Street
   Omaha, NE   68107
   402-733-8400
   

   Find yourself on the eastern edge of the Nebraskan Missouri River, where Omaha towers as the largest city in Nebraska. Here is the home of the Henry Doorly Zoo, which is well-known for its involvement with breeding endangered species from around the world. Waltz around the King of the Seas Aquarium, or traipse through the Kings of the Night and Wildlife Safari Parks.

6. Lincoln Children's Museum
   1420 P Street
   Lincoln, NE   68508
   402-477-4000
   

   Every great city has its own unique children's museum, and the city of Lincoln, Nebraska is no different in that respect. Enjoy interactive exhibits which will delight the budding mind, all spread throughout three floors and 45,500 square feet of imagination.

7. College World Series
   5010 Dodge Street
   Omaha, NE  
   402-554-4404
   

   Every year, baseball fans go wild during the annual College World Series, which is dutifully held every June in the city of Omaha. Here, you'll want to cheer on your favorite team as they compete for the NCAA Division I college baseball championship title. Enjoy yourself at the state-of-the-art Qwest Center.

8. Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery
   1004 Farnam Street
   Omaha, NE   68588
   402-595-2122
   

   The University of Nebraska is home to the prestigious Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery, which has been delighting visitors for over 15 years with its wonderful permanent exhibitions, as well as a steady host of rotating galleries. See the prize of this collection, a charming collection of 20th century American art, and a sizeable sculpture garden.

9. Junction Motor Speedway
   1206 Road 4
   York, NE  
   402-773-5538
   

   Get your motor started at the Junction Motor Speedway, located in the town of York. Here in this quaint Nebraska community, one of the prime speedways of our day boasts a 3/8-mile dirt oval track which plays host to various races throughout the year.

10. Platte River
    The Platte River is formed in western Nebraska by the confluence of the South Platte and the North Platte rivers, and provides a wonderful place for viewing Nebraska's famous sandhill cranes as they make their annual spring migration along the Platte River Valley.
    
    

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