34 days in Nebraska Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Nebraska City (Civil War Veterans Museum at the G.A.R. Memorial Hall, Arbor Day Farm, &more) and Holy Family Shrine (in Gretna). There's much more to do: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Henry Doorly Zoo, get engrossed in the history at The Durham Museum, admire the natural beauty at Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center, and snap pictures at Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge.

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Pittsburgh to Omaha is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Pittsburgh to Omaha due to the time zone difference. September in Omaha sees daily highs of 81°F and lows of 59°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to drive to Lincoln.

Lincoln is the capital of the U.S. Venture out of the city with trips to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park (in Ashland) and Rock Creek Station State Historical Park (in Fairbury). There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Sunken Gardens, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari, meet the residents at Lincoln Children's Zoo, and play a few rounds at Wilderness Ridge Golf Club.

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Getting from Omaha to Lincoln by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a train. October in Lincoln sees daily highs of 69°F and lows of 43°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to travel to Kearney.

Kearney is a city in and the county seat of Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Nebraska Prairie Museum (in Holdrege) and Lexington (Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles & Mac's Creek Winery & Brewery). There's lots more to do: take in panoramic vistas at Great Platte River Road Archway Monument, take a pleasant ride with Christine's Horseback Riding, stop by Stagecoach, and tee off at Awarii Dunes Golf Club.

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You can drive from Lincoln to Kearney in 2 hours. In October, daytime highs in Kearney are 68°F, while nighttime lows are 42°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can travel to Burwell.

Burwell is a city in Garfield County, Nebraska, United States. On the 18th (Sun), admire the majestic nature at Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area, wander the wide-open spaces of Rowse's 1+1 Ranch, and then take a peaceful walk through Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park. On your second day here, go deep underground at Happy Jack Chalk Mine and then identify plant and animal life at Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area.

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Getting from Kearney to Burwell by car takes about 2 hours. Traveling from Kearney in October, Burwell is little chillier at night with lows of 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can travel to North Platte.

North Platte is a city in and the county seat of Lincoln County, Nebraska, United States. Change things up with these side-trips from North Platte: Gothenburg (Gothenburg Historical Museum, Original Pony Express Station & Museum, &more) and Lake McConaughy (in Ogallala). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Union Pacific Railroad Bailey Yard, take an in-depth tour of Fort Cody Trading Post, see the interesting displays at Lincoln County Historical Museum, and pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Grain Bin Antique Town.

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Drive from Burwell to North Platte in 2.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in North Platte can reach 68°F, while at night they dip to 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Valentine.

Valentine is a city in Cherry County, Nebraska, United States. Spend the 25th (Sun) exploring nature at Niobrara National Scenic River. And it doesn't end there: immerse yourself in nature at Smith Falls State Park, trek along Valentine National Wildlife Refuge, identify plant and animal life at Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge, and grab your bike and head to Cowboy Trail.

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Traveling by car from North Platte to Valentine takes 2.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Valentine can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Chadron.

Chadron is a city in Dawes County, in the state of Nebraska in the Great Plains region of the United States. Start off your visit on the 27th (Tue): get a new perspective on nature at Trailside Museum of Natural History, then admire the majestic nature at Fort Robinson State Park, and then get engrossed in the history at Fort Robinson History Museum. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Museum of the Fur Trade, then walk around Chadron State Park, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Pine Ridge National Recreation Area.

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Getting from Valentine to Chadron by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Valentine to Chadron, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. October in Chadron sees daily highs of 66°F and lows of 35°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can travel to Gering.

Gering is a city in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States. Kick off your visit on the 29th (Thu): go for a walk through South Overlook, take some stellar pictures from North Overlook, then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Scotts Bluff National Monument, and finally trek along Saddle Rock Trail. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Fri): ponder the design of City of Alliance Central Park Fountain, then pause for some photo ops at Carhenge, and then go for a walk through Monument Valley Pathway.

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You can drive from Chadron to Gering in 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 67°F in October, and nighttime lows around 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Sat) to allow time for travel back home.