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Explore the northeastern part of the state, including Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska’s two largest cities. On this road trip, you’ll move through historically significant sites, beautiful natural scenery, and fun-filled attractions.

Day 1
Your first day on the road is filled with stops of American Indian significance. As you make your way across the northern Missouri River Valley, you’ll come to learn more about Nebraska’s native history as well as some of the unique pre-historical aspects of the region.

Day 2
Spend today exploring the charming communities of northeast Nebraska. Explore the historic downtown areas, shop for unique gifts, and enjoy the museums of the area.

Day 3
As you move from Nebraska’s small towns to its two largest cities (Omaha and Lincoln), take time to appreciate all that these two population centers have to offer. From cultural opportunities to commerce to history, you won’t be disappointed.

Route directions:

DAY 1
Start in South Sioux City
22 miles (:30) west on NE-12 to Ponca
29 miles (:45) west on NE-12 to Wynot
6 miles (:10) west on NE-12 to Bow Valley
13 miles (:30) west on NE-12 to Fordyce
13 miles (:25) west on NE-12, north on US-81 to South Yankton
13 miles (:15) south on US-121 to Crofton
5 miles (:10) west on NE-12 to Niobrara
22 miles (:40) south on NE-14, east on NE-59 to Winnetoon
21 miles (:35) west on NE-59, south on NE-14, west on US-20 to Royal
26 miles (:35) east on US-20, south on NE-14 to Neligh
35 miles (:50) east on US-275 to Norfolk
Spend the night in Norfolk

DAY 2
15 miles (:30) north on US-81 and NE-13 to Pierce
From Norfolk: 49 miles (1:20) east on NE-35 to Wayne
57 miles (1:30) south on NE-15, west on NE-91 to Clarkson
50 miles (1:20) west on NE-91, south on US-81, west on NE-22 to Genoa
30 miles (:40) east on NE-22, south on US-81 to Columbus
49 miles (1:10) east on US-30 to Fremont
9 miles (:15) north on US-77 to Nickerson
Spend the night in Fremont

DAY 3
24 miles (:40) east on US-30 to Blair
9 miles (:15) south on US-75 to Fort Calhoun
16 miles (:30) south on US-75 to Omaha
20 miles (:30) west on Interstate 80 to Gretna
11 miles (:15) west on US-6 to Ashland
7 miles (:10) west on US-6 to Greenwood
18 miles (:30) west on US-6 to Lincoln
Spend the night in Lincoln