Western Nebraska doesn't wow you on the surface, but the communities a tight-knit and there a plenty of fun and cheap things to do.
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Delicious Mexican food and the meat is always seasoned well. Price is really good for the current economic climate.
Taco Town -Mexican Restaurant in Scottsbluff , NE , 69361
A world-famous attraction, if you're within range visiting this historical site is a must for the Nebraska experience.
Carhenge
This place is a hidden gem, and not just for its pizza. They have the best cold and toasted subs in the Panhandle and it isn't close.
Papa's Pizza and Subs | Alliance NE
Runza is a regional restaurant mostly scattered around Nebraska. They are delicious for a fast-food option and you cant go and not try the signature Runza.
Runza
In Scottsbluff exists a fun little zoo that's great to take the kids to. Inside there is of course the animals, but also a large splash pad for the little ones to enjoy!
Riverside Discovery Center
An authentic Mexican restaurant in Scottsbluff. There are no shortages of amazing Mexican food in the Bluffs/Gering area, and this one near tops the list.
El Molcajete Restaurant
This local bakery in Gering, a city adjacent to Scottsbluff, provides delicious sweets for most of the local stores and for you if you're feeling sweet-toothy.
Gering Bakery
I know I have the Gering Bakery on here, but Bluffs Bakery differs in that they also have breakfast sandwiches and some more savory choices. The breakfast sandwiches are highly customizable and a regular for me, and are so so good.
Bluffs Bakery
If you like gaming or collectibles, you need to visit this place. I am a Funko collector, and this store has some you wont find within hundreds of miles. I've heard out of town shoppers in this store be completely baffled at the sheer size and qualit...
Game Time Cards & Collectibles
The best spot to find all your Mexican sweets and other convenient store related items.
RINCON LATINO - Updated May 2025 - 1002 E Overland, Scottsbluff, Nebraska
If you’re looking for a place to curb your coffee cravings that isn’t the same ole Starbucks, this place makes a plethora of drinks and pastries, I don’t think there is anything they can’t make.
This is my personal go-to for when I’m feeling sweet. They have delicious flavors changing everyday, a huge selection of toppings, and even mochi ice cream. Definitely recommend stopping here if you are in the area.
Yoshi's Frozen Yogurt
Amazing and filling food, and they also serve easily the best pizza in town having Scarpino’s also operating out the same space.