East Campus Travel Guide
Lincoln
Visit East Campus
Popular places to visit
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit 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.
Sunken Gardens
Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.
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.
Top hotels in East Campus
New Victorian Suites
Perfect location, safe area, comfortable, however NO decaf coffee option
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Clean and quiet rooms
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Friendly, knowledgeable staff, easy check in, comfortable room.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Annabell Gardens
Rooms were clean. Bed was crazy comfy. Spa tub had plenty hot water and washer dryer. Breakfast was high quality eggs, bacon and more.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St
Room was clean and worked for what we needed. We were in town for a track meet. Breakfast was NOT good. Staff was super friendly.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
The staff was attentive and helpful and pleasant. Made me feel comfortable. Made check in easy and fast. Rooms were clean. Breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Campus
University Place
University Place might not have many top sights, but International Quilt Study Center and Gateway Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bethany
While Bethany isn't home to many top sights, Gateway Mall and International Quilt Study Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
40th and "A"
When in 40th and "A", you can plan a visit to Lincoln Children's Zoo and Sunken Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Antelope Park
While Antelope Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lincoln Children's Zoo and Sunken Gardens.
North Bottoms
While North Bottoms isn't home to many top sights, Bob Devaney Sports Center and Memorial Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Lincoln
Downtown Lincoln is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Lied Center or Lincoln Children's Museum.
