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Highest-rated things to do in Nebraska by visitors

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When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape—it's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.

Indeed, even if you've lived in Nebraska your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Nebraska reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Nebraska using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Nebraska, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#29. University Of Nebraska State Museum

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#29. University Of Nebraska State Museum

- Rating: 4.6/5 (193 reviews)
- City: Lincoln
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#25. Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront

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#25. Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront

- Rating: 4.1/5 (269 reviews)
- City: Omaha
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#20. Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

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#20. Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

- Rating: 4.2/5 (320 reviews)
- City: Ashland
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#18. Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center

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#18. Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center

- Rating: 4.5/5 (607 reviews)
- City: North Platte
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#14. First National's Spirit of Nebraska's Wilderness and Pioneer Courage Park

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#14. First National's Spirit of Nebraska's Wilderness and Pioneer Courage Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (258 reviews)
- City: Omaha Ne
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#13. The American Automobile Experience

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#13. The American Automobile Experience

- Rating: 4.9/5 (274 reviews)
- City: Kearney
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#12. Great Platte River Road Archway Monument

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#12. Great Platte River Road Archway Monument

- Rating: 4.5/5 (849 reviews)
- City: Kearney
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#10. Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum

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#10. Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum

- Rating: 4.4/5 (575 reviews)
- City: Ashland
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#8. Scotts Bluff National Monument

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#8. Scotts Bluff National Monument

- Rating: 4.6/5 (681 reviews)
- City: Gering
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#7. Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge

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#7. Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,497 reviews)
- City: Omaha
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#5. Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center

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#5. Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,157 reviews)
- City: Omaha
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