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
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown
Great location. The property was very clean and the staff was wonderful. Very nice restaurant and bar area. Amenities were good and the kick back happy hour / lounge is fantastic
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
New Victorian Suites
The laundry machines were nasty one smelled like cigarettes one smelled like cat pee. The room was clean but after they cleaned a room next to ours we found a bedbug. The staff were great though. Very friendly but should have warned us they had bedbugs in the room in ext to ours when they found out. ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Loved the hotel and its amenities. Great bar and restaurant inside and all the usual touches you’d expect from a Graduate property. Our room was very spacious with lots of storage space and the bathroom was great too. Comfy bed! Check in was good but any other time we went to reception including ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
We stay at this property quite often, it is always very clean. The staff is very competent. Breakfast is good. Property is quiet and safe.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Location was awesome and very close to softball and baseball stadium also surrounded by local restaurants
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Annabell Gardens
The room was clean and comfy and exactly what we needed for an unfortunate stay (close to St. Elizabeth for a doctor visit). But it felt better than staying in a hotel. We already booked our stay for a couple of weeks from now for a follow up! Their outdoor common area is wonderful! And the staff ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 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 Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center.
