Places to Visit in Omaha - Omaha Must-See Attractions
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Henry Doorly Zoo, The Durham Museum, Theatres, Walking Tours. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Historical Toursfromper adultS$17
Scavenger Huntsfromper adultS$38
Ghost ToursOmaha Ghosts Tour
0 reviewsfromper adultS$35
Fun & Gamesfromper group (up to 10)S$28
Historical ToursSelf-Guided Bar Hunt: Oh My Omaha!
0 reviewsfromper adultS$17
Fun & GamesOmaha Puzzling Adventure
0 reviewsfromper group (up to 12)S$49
Fun & Gamesfromper group (up to 10)S$28
Fun & Gamesfromper adultS$14
Fun & Gamesfromper adultS$14
History Museums
Art Deco train museum with historic train cars and exhibits on the golden age of rail travel. Features a classic soda fountain and seasonal displays.
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Historic district with cobblestone streets, eclectic shops, cozy cafes, and vibrant street performers. Features a mix of dining options and unique local products amidst a lively, walkable setting.
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Spanning over the Missouri River, this pedestrian bridge connects two states with scenic views, a splash pad, and educational plaques about local ecology and history.
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Botanical gardens showcasing themed sections, conservatory with exotic plants, model railroad exhibit, and engaging children's activities amidst scenic walking trails.
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Historic mansion showcasing Victorian architecture, original furnishings, and stained glass. Guided tours reveal rich stories and meticulous woodwork within manicured gardens.
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Sculpture park in a downtown district celebrates pioneer history with detailed statues spread across several city blocks, presenting a harmonious blend of art and urban landscape.
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Downtown park with colorful sculptures, play areas, and a dog-friendly zone. Features artistic studios, diverse crowds, and a scenic landscape for leisurely walks.
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- dennis Kelly5 contributionsWe are members, so go every few months on nice days when we know it won't be too busy. With a dozen 'world-class' displays, any of which would be a major draw in a regular zoo, there is frankly not enough time in a full day to do justice to all of it. Based on weather, we select our favorites. Frankly, the Lied Jungle is simply awe-inspiring Wandering through the beauty with animals all about and even flying overhead. When they feed the hundreds of bats each afternoon, it is just amazing (if you like bats!). Be prepared to hike long distances but don't miss the new Orangutan habitat or the redesigned Gorilla areas. The elephants, with five young ones born in the past two years, are a huge draw, as is the sea lions. Yes, it is a hefty ticket to take the whole family, but when I meet folks from other states, they are always in amazement of the place.Written 21 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Anonymous855Trabuco Canyon, California1,799 contributionsI anticipated a lot of train memorabilia and while there was enough of that, we also loved the exhibit on Jane Goodall and her work with primates. It was targeted to both a casual audience and one that might want to learn more. We also enjoyed some poignant history areas, grabbed lunch at the soda fountain (so-so) and took much longer in the larger underground facility than you would think. Gracious docents, staff and overall good time.Written 28 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Steve BDelray Beach, FL82 contributionsFun part of town with many restaurants and interesting shops. The area is safe and very walkable with many hotels nearby. Street musicians add to the char,. A fun place to psend a relaxing evening.Written 22 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NemoTravelerAarhus, Denmark906 contributionsThe pedestrian stretches across the Missouri River, connection the Omaha Riverfront to the Council Bluffs Riverfront in Iowa.
Only pedestrians and bikes are allowed and it is a great experience to cross the bridge and enjoy some excellent views of the Omaha skyline. We visited on a sunny day and several other enjoyed biking, running and walking on the bridge.Written 30 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MrSmitcherTacoma, WA554 contributionsOur family's visit was quite a treat. We had a member in a power chair & it was never a problem on the pathways or in the lodge. The garden 'rooms' were well laid out and dotted with sculptures & information boards, so we never felt lost in the woods.
This is an easy recommendation - you'll learn a lot about the Omaha growing zone and find some planting surprises to inspire your own garden.Written 23 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kohen KMarion, IA79 contributionsMe and my family have been going to this museum for years and in the past 2 years we moved away. On a recent visit we were excited to see the update and it exceeded our expectations. The edition’s architecture and art is spectacular and the update in the original building is amazing! Really an unbelievable museum for a mid size city. It’s simply a must do when you come to Omaha, with or without kids, and it’s FREE!! Tip, the views from the outside observatory on the second floor of the new addition are amazing.Written 6 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ginger R24 contributionsA good children's museum. Lots of different areas for different age/stage/interest levels. As with all kids museums, earplugs should be an option for unsuspecting adults! Definitely worth going to with kids of many ages....ours are 3 & 8 and we spent several hours there. Fun watching older ones help young ones; kids creating something from their own building skills; interacting with others as they immerse themselves in a castle, a restaurant or a store; discover new science options in motion and see themselves as an animated robot they created. Good fun.Written 25 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mason T4 contributionsThe property is beautiful but the hours are wrong. Tours are only available Monday, Friday, and Sunday from 10 am till noon.Written 29 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NemoTravelerAarhus, Denmark906 contributionsThe First National Parks are located around several blocks in downtown Omaha. The Pioneer Courage Park with a wagon train heading west is situated at Capitol and 14th – 15th Streets and is linked to The Spirit of Nebraska’s Wilderness at Dodge and 16th Street. The latter actually continues inside the First National Bank Tower Winter Garden Atrium.
The parks are linked by some great bison sculptures along 15th Street and the entire area forms a very impressive sculpture park with several impressive bronze and stainless steel sculptures. It is possible to walk around and enjoy the beautiful artwork for free and this is definitely a must-see in Omaha.Written 30 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - martin pRushville, NE3 contributionsCollege World Series games are a must do. Had a great experience and hope to go back next year. Atmosphere at Schwab Field is electric.Written 30 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- kingbk08Orange County, CA7 contributionsThis park needed an update. It was turning into a place for the homeless to hang out and there was a lot of trash everywhere. They did a nice job updating it and putting a new coat of paint on, so to speak. A lot of nice attractions now, and the trademark slides are still there!
I'm a little worried that with time, it will become a place for the homeless to hang out once again and trash might start to pile up. It seems it's already slowly going in that direction. Also, many of the new attractions seem they were built on the cheap. Many hammocks are already broken, the new monitors are gone and other new things have either fallen apart or are under repair.
I'll be curious what this looks like in another 2 years.Written 29 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cenztOhio21,401 contributionsGood trip. We arrived at approximately 4:30 pm and made our way towards the entrance of the park. Admission into the park was free, which is always a plus. We walked up several flights of stairs, and up a small ramp in order to reach the trains. There were informational plaques located alongside the ramp, that detailed the history of trains in Omaha and the backstory of the trains we were about to view. Located at the top of the ramp were two locomotives. We were not able to go inside either of them, and only viewed them from the outside. The trains overlooked a highway and a body of water.
Tip: I recommend spending 15 minutes here if you truly want to see everything.Written 27 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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