Eastern Nebraska

Eastern Nebraska is the most populated region in Nebraska, home to over three-quarters of the state's population. The metropolitan areas of Omaha and Lincoln alone are home to half of the state's total population.

The region can be roughly defined as anything east of NE-14, which sits midway between US Highway 281 and US Highway 81.

Cities

 * - the largest city in the state
 * - the state capital
 * - the state capital
 * - the state capital
 * - the state capital
 * - the state capital

Other destinations

 * - a large fossil site located in near the town of Royal in Antelope County.
 * - of forest and wetlands on the banks of the Missouri river near Bellevue.
 * - state park near Ashland with plenty of outdoor activities and hiking trails.
 * - of wilderness, historical buildings, and a cave featuring prehistoric petroglyphs.
 * - of wilderness, historical buildings, and a cave featuring prehistoric petroglyphs.

Understand
Rolling hills, dense forests, and countless rivers and streams make up the eastern third of the state. Given Nebraska's reputation for being flat and treeless, this can surprise visitors.

See
Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is a nationally renowned zoo in Omaha. It is Nebraska's number one paid attraction.

The Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum near Ashland is dedicated to the advancement in aircraft and spacecraft during the Cold War.

The Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln is home to Nebraska's unicameral state legislature.