Discover places to go in Nebraska using this category, including itineraries for city visits, tips for kid-friendly destinations and restaurants to try. Learn about things to do in Nebraska State Parks and cities like Lincoln, Nebraska City, Chadron and more.
Who doesn’t love a good road trip? You don’t have to go too far from Omaha to have a fun getaway. I’ve collected some of my favorite Midwest destinations for this post to give you a variety of options near and far. All road trips from Omaha on this list are within a day’s drive,…
While there aren’t a lot of campsites in Omaha, the camping options near Omaha are abundant. From backcountry tent camping to RV sites and luxury glamping in a dome, a quick and easy weekend getaway outdoors is just a few miles away. If you’re looking for cabins, I’ve written a whole other post about some…
Living in the Midwest is great. You can just be out driving and without meaning to, discover a huge field of sunflowers. On accident! But, you don’t have to drive aimlessly to accidentally find sunflowers. I’ve got you covered with a list of nearby fields, whether you’re looking for the perfect photo backdrop or you…
Nebraska offers a wide variety of adventures for families, from stagecoach rides in the west, to canoeing in the north, and a world-class zoo in the east. And while you’re out venturing to each of those corners to the state, you’ll need a place to stay. I’ve been planning mini getaways for my family (checking…
Platte River State Park is one of the closest state parks to the Omaha and Lincoln metro areas. There is an abundance of fun things to do with kids, especially during the summer. Yet, I think it gets overlooked for flashier parks nearby. That’s fine, though, since it means the park tends to be less…
Don’t pass through southwestern Nebraska without stopping once or twice. When I drive from Omaha to Colorado, we’ve made some memorable stops in towns like Paxton and cities like North Platte. But there are so many more places waiting to be discovered. Here are some of my recommended things to do when exploring southwest Nebraska….
