Hastings Vacations, Tourism & Travel Information

Our Take on Hastings, Nebraska

Hastings is located in southwest Nebraska. In Hastings, things to do are easy to come by, so Hastings is a great choice for family vacations and romantic getaways. Planning a family vacation in Hastings? Some of the many kid friendly attractions near Hastings include the Children’s Museum of Central Nebraska. There are lots of opportunities for learning and hands-on play.  And if you consult some Hastings travel guides, you’ll discover that it is known as the town where Kool-Aid was invented by Edwin Perkins in 1927.

If you‘d like to do some special shopping while on your Hastings vacation, you’re in luck! There are a variety of fine antique stores including the Heartland Antique Mall and a farmers’ market that gets rave reviews. There are also regular cultural events including a jazz festival and symphony orchestra concerts.

Choose from a variety of Hastings hotels and lodging options during your stay. The Holiday Inn Express Suites is a popular choice with families and with business travelers, as it has And if you’re planning a romantic getaway in Hastings, consider the Best Western North Shore Lodge.

If you are staying in Hastings for a while, consider these vacation rentals that are in the area.

Whatever reason you travel to Hastings for, you’re sure to have a great trip.

Hastings, Nebraska Lodging

  1. Comfort Inn Hastings2903 Osborne Dr W
    Hastings, NE 68901

    "we always find the hotel areas and rooms very clean" more on Yahoo! Travel

  2. Holiday Inn Exp Stes Hastings2205 Osborne Dr East
    Hastings, NE 68901

    "room was a perfect size" more on Yahoo! Travel

  3. Quality Hotel & Convention Center2205 Osborne Drive East
    Hastings, NE 68901

    "treat me like family freshly baked cookies on arrival at front dk asked for specific room - got it" more on Travelocity.com

  1. Best Western North Shore Lodge
  2. USA Inns
  3. Midlands Lodge

    Hastings, Nebraska Things To Do

    1. Children's Museum of Central Nebraska12th and Marian Road
      Hastings, NE 68901

      Very spacious with all hands-on play. Many areas of pretend play like the grocery store, pizza shop, and fire station to name a few. Infant toddler barnyard was very special for our two year old. ... more on Yahoo! Travel

    2. Hastings Museum1330 N. Burlington Ave
      Hastings, NE, Hastings, NE 68901

      We went to this museum to see the Kool-Aid display. Did you know Kool-Aid was invented in Hasting, NE?! The museum is huge - 3 stories! There are lots of displays with stuffed wild animals, rocks, ... more on TripAdvisor

    3. Garden TourVarious Locations
      Hastings, NE 68901

      Overview 8th annual tour of local and private gardens. Refreshments provided. more on Yahoo! Travel

    1. Asmat Museum
    2. Elks Country Club
    3. Hastings Museum
    4. Southern Hills Golf Course
    1. Kool-Aid Days
    2. Fisher/Rainbow Fountain
    3. VIP Down Under Antiques

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