7-Day Nebraska Itinerary

Fly into Eppley Airfield (OMA) in Omaha.

Top Things to Do in Omaha

• Visit the Durham MuseumA historic train station-turned-museum.
• Walk Across the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian BridgeStand in two states at once!
• Explore Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & AquariumOne of the best zoos in the world!
• Dinner in the Old Market DistrictTry a Nebraska steak at 801 Chophouse.

Overnight in Omaha.

Drive from Omaha to Lincoln (1 hour).

Top Things to Do in Lincoln

• Tour the Nebraska State CapitolClimb the tower for city views.
• Explore the Historic Haymarket DistrictShops, restaurants, and street art.
• Walk Through Sunken GardensA peaceful botanical garden.
• Visit Memorial StadiumHome of the Nebraska Cornhuskers (game day is electric!).
• Dinner & Drinks at a Local Brewery Like Lazlo's or White Elm.

Overnight in Lincoln.

Drive from Lincoln to Grand Island (1.5 hours).

Top Things to Do Along the Way

• Visit the Stuhr Museum of the Prairie PioneerA living history museum.
• Explore the Platte River (Seasonal: See the Sandhill Crane Migration in Spring!).

Drive from Grand Island to The Sandhills Region (3 hours).

Overnight in Valentine or near the Nebraska Sandhills.

Explore the stunning rolling grasslands of The Sandhills.

Top Things to Do

• Kayak or Canoe on the Niobrara RiverOne of the best paddling rivers in the Midwest.
• Hike to Smith Falls State ParkNebraska's tallest waterfall!
• Look for Bison & Elk in the Fort Niobrara Wildlife Refuge.

Overnight in Valentine.

Drive from Valentine to Chimney Rock (4.5 hours).

Top Things to Do

• Visit Chimney Rock National Historic SiteAn iconic Oregon Trail landmark.
• Explore Scotts Bluff National MonumentClimb to the summit for panoramic views.
• Drive the Oregon Trail Scenic Byway.

Overnight in Scottsbluff or Gering.

Drive from Scottsbluff to Agate Fossil Beds National Monument (1 hour).

Top Things to Do

• See Prehistoric Fossils at Agate Fossil Beds.
• Hike in Toadstool Geologic ParkNebraska's "Badlands" with unique rock formations.
• Explore Carhenge in AllianceA quirky roadside attraction with cars arranged like Stonehenge!

Overnight in Chadron or Alliance.

Drive from Chadron to Omaha (6.5 hours).

Optional Stops Along the Way

• Stop at Fort Robinson State ParkA historic fort with bison herds & scenic hikes.
• Visit an Orchard or Farm in Eastern Nebraska (Seasonal).

Fly out of Omaha (OMA).