If Home is Where the Heart is, Let’s Staycation There

Exploring cities and states outside of Lincoln is certainly fun and exciting, and we highly encourage everyone to do so if the opportunity presents itself. But what if life is pointing toward a staycation this winter? Don’t despair! There is more to do in your own backyard, or city, than you may realize.

Whether your plan involves a day trip and sleep at home or you splurge on accommodations at one of Lincoln’s many hotels that offer an indoor pool and hot tub, your list of options are endless. Check out some of our faves:

• State Capitol and Governor’s Residence free guided tours

• Haymarket District’s numerous eating, drinking, shopping, and entertainment establishments

• University of Nebraska

  • —  Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery

  • —  UNL State Museum and Mueller Planetarium

  • —  International Quilt Study Center & Museum

  • —  Lester F. Larsen Tractor Test & Power Museum

  • —  Historic UNL Dairy Store

• LincolnChildren’sZoo

• Lux Center for the Arts

• Lied Center

• Lincoln Community Playhouse

If museums and parks are your thing, you’ll be amazed by these places:

• National Museum of Rollerskating

• Lincoln Children’s Museum

• Museum of American Speed

• Nebraska History Museum

• Pioneers Park Nature Center

• Wilderness Park

• Nebraska Game & Parks Outdoor Recreation Center

  Add in ax throwing, escape rooms, a restaurant you have never tried, bowling, movie theatres, laser tag, cooking, art, mixology classes, spas, and holiday light tours. You might need a vacation to recover from your staycation!

  Need more ideas? Invite family and friends over to enjoy a day of playing cards or board games. Go on a scavenger hunt, make gingerbread houses, build snowmen, or host a best chili recipe contest. How about ice skating, snowshoeing, ice fishing, or winter camping?

  Explore Lincoln like a first-time tourist. No plane ticket or suitcase required.