Near South
Lincoln
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.
Memorial Stadium
Catch an event at Memorial Stadium during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Near South
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown
"Beautiful new hotel with clean rooms! My only compliant is there was no hand soap in the bathroom. Everything else was great."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Annabell Gardens
"Charming inn"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites
"The hotel was a little rundown the biggest problem was the neighborhood in which it is located a very sketchy and crime ridden area not the hotels fault I would not go outside at night for a walk without feeling I was in a dangerous area"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
"Great"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket
"Great location to the Haymarket area. Nice breakfast. Hotel is well maintained."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Near South
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.
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.
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.
West Lincoln
West Lincoln might not have many top sights, but Capitol Beach Lake and Haymarket Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Highlands
While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Highlands Golf Course and Highland Village.
