3 days in Nebraska Itinerary

Lincoln is the capital of the U.S. state of Nebraska and the county seat of Lancaster County. Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): explore the world behind art at Sheldon Museum of Art and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Boiler Brewing Company. On the next day, look for gifts at Licorice International, learn about winemaking at Junto Winery, and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Bottle Rocket Brewing Co..

For photos, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Lincoln road trip tool.

Newark to Lincoln is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Newark to Lincoln, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Lincoln when traveling from Newark in February, with lows around 17°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Omaha.

A major transportation hub, Omaha was once considered little more than a stopping point on a pioneer's journey west.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): learn more about the world around you at Mangelsen Images of Nature Gallery and then shop like a local with Old Market.

To see more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Omaha route planning tool.

Drive from Lincoln to Omaha in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. February in Omaha sees daily highs of 38°F and lows of 18°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.