Bethany Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
University of Nebraska State Museum
Bear witness to the formation of the universe and gaze up at an enormous mammoth skeleton in this eclectic complex.
Lincoln Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Lincoln Children's Museum during your travels to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Activities
Our pick of the best Bethany Hotel Deals
New Victorian Suites
Good
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites Lincoln
Breakfast was great and 2 free drinks everyday, great stay
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
Staff friendly and helpful. Bed is comfortable
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
The room was so cute! Both front desk workers I interacted with were so sweet! It was super easy to park and get to the lobby which I always appreciate!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
It was a two night stay everything went well. Very helpful staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Room was very clean, very quiet which was nice. First hotel we have been able to sleep in at. Hot tub was actually working which is rare these days. Check in was nice and easy and staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bethany
University Place
University Place might not have many top sights, but Abel Stadium and International Quilt Study Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Campus
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Campus and surrounding area, you can visit International Quilt Study Center and Gateway Mall.
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.
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.
Autumn Wood
Though Autumn Wood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bob Devaney Sports Center and International Quilt Study Center.
