Near South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Near South
Popular places to visit
Sunken Gardens
Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.
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.
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.
Activities
Our pick of the best Near South Hotel Deals
Historic Victorian - 2 queen size beds, with WiFi, AC, TV.
Pet Friendly for my ESA the location is super beautiful with a friendly host and the room was breathtakingly a lovely experience that I ended up extending my stay- hoping to revisit again in the future.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown
Great location and breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
New Victorian Suites
Never went to the weight room and the stay was wonderful we booked another week.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
Breakfast was comprehensive with belgian waffles, pastries, toast, yogurt, oatmeal with toppings, chocolate milk, fresh fruit, cereal, biscuits and gravy,
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
The girl at check in was super nice. The issue was after we came back from our night on the town we sat in the lobby for a while just drinking water and casually chatting, not loudly either. The security guy came up to us and asked us if we had a ride coming basically trying to ask us to leave. There ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
Yes
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near South
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 Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center.
South Salt Creek
While there might not be top attractions in South Salt Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nebraska State Capitol and Lincoln Children's Museum.
Haymarket
Though Haymarket may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pinnacle Bank Arena and Lincoln Children's Museum.
40th and "A"
When in 40th and "A", you can plan a visit to Lincoln Children's Zoo and Woods Tennis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
