Kristin's Guidebook
Food scene
In the Heart of Dundee, not far from the home, amazing food, cocktails, and located in historic Dundee.
115 locals recommend
Pitch Pizzeria
5021 Underwood AveIn the Heart of Dundee, not far from the home, amazing food, cocktails, and located in historic Dundee.
Very Unique Menu! From Burgers to Beet chips, hand crafted cocktails, everyone is sure to find something to enjoy. Located in the Downtown area and not far from the home.
36 locals recommend
Wilson & Washburn
1407 Harney StVery Unique Menu! From Burgers to Beet chips, hand crafted cocktails, everyone is sure to find something to enjoy. Located in the Downtown area and not far from the home.
One of the Best Steaks in Omaha, located downtown. Reservations are highly recommended and a great place to dress up and see the downtown area.
22 locals recommend
801 Chophouse at the Paxton
1403 Farnam StOne of the Best Steaks in Omaha, located downtown. Reservations are highly recommended and a great place to dress up and see the downtown area.
Steaks, Seafood, and a great wine selection. Reservations recommended
17 locals recommend
Sullivan's Bar
3929 Farnam StSteaks, Seafood, and a great wine selection. Reservations recommended
In the heart of downtown and an amazing menu, with a Chef who is very involved in the culinary scene of Omaha.
61 locals recommend
M's Pub
422 S 11th StIn the heart of downtown and an amazing menu, with a Chef who is very involved in the culinary scene of Omaha.
One of Omahas oldest Mexican Restaurants. Guacamole is perfection, Margaritas are on point, tacos, homemade salsa, and on the weekend they have a band.
Howard's Charro Cafe
4443 South 13th StreetOne of Omahas oldest Mexican Restaurants. Guacamole is perfection, Margaritas are on point, tacos, homemade salsa, and on the weekend they have a band.
Omaha’s Old Market is famous for its original cobblestone streets and picturesque vintage brick buildings. Shoppers will find everything from antiques and books to clothing, jewelry, and decorative items crafted by local artists. Old Market also has an abundance of charming art galleries, food markets, restaurants, and live music venues.
320 locals recommend
The Old Market
Omaha’s Old Market is famous for its original cobblestone streets and picturesque vintage brick buildings. Shoppers will find everything from antiques and books to clothing, jewelry, and decorative items crafted by local artists. Old Market also has an abundance of charming art galleries, food markets, restaurants, and live music venues.
Although there are several claims to the invention of the Reuben sandwich, many believe that it was originally crafted by Omaha’s own Reuben Kulakofsky in the heart of the Blackstone Hotel.
57 locals recommend
Crescent Moon
3578 Farnam StAlthough there are several claims to the invention of the Reuben sandwich, many believe that it was originally crafted by Omaha’s own Reuben Kulakofsky in the heart of the Blackstone Hotel.
Speak Easy bar with Alice in Wonderland theme. The mysterious atmospheres and high-end cocktails make speakeasies an awesome destination for date night or an evening out with friends. Of course, part of what makes the experience so fun is figuring out how exactly to get in, so we won’t divulge too much here
37 locals recommend
Wicked Rabbit
1508 Harney StSpeak Easy bar with Alice in Wonderland theme. The mysterious atmospheres and high-end cocktails make speakeasies an awesome destination for date night or an evening out with friends. Of course, part of what makes the experience so fun is figuring out how exactly to get in, so we won’t divulge too much here
Have you ever wanted to drink champagne from a tap? Well you can at Omaha’s Homey Inn! They have sweet, dry, strawberry and peach champagne on tap as well as sangria and a full bar. Stop by for a glass any day of the week or visit to get a growler full of bubbly to take home with you.
36 locals recommend
The Homy Inn
1510 N Saddle Creek RdHave you ever wanted to drink champagne from a tap? Well you can at Omaha’s Homey Inn! They have sweet, dry, strawberry and peach champagne on tap as well as sangria and a full bar. Stop by for a glass any day of the week or visit to get a growler full of bubbly to take home with you.
Ted & Wally's Ultra-Premium Ice Cream
1120 Jackson StRotating flavors, made right in the shop
Elegant restaurant in snug Old Market digs crafting gourmet New American plates & a tasting menu.
16 locals recommend
V. Mertz
1022 Howard StElegant restaurant in snug Old Market digs crafting gourmet New American plates & a tasting menu.
French-style cafe & bar serving classics like moules frites, plus a wide selection of Belgian beers.
64 locals recommend
Dario's Brasserie
4920 Underwood AveFrench-style cafe & bar serving classics like moules frites, plus a wide selection of Belgian beers.
Oyster bar & restaurant offering a broad seafood menu & happy hour in an airy, coastal-chic setup.
32 locals recommend
Plank Seafood Provisions
1205 Howard StOyster bar & restaurant offering a broad seafood menu & happy hour in an airy, coastal-chic setup.
Chef-owned restaurant & bar presenting northern Italian dishes in a comfy but elegant space.
42 locals recommend
Avoli Osteria
5013 Underwood AveChef-owned restaurant & bar presenting northern Italian dishes in a comfy but elegant space.
Cool locavore cafe preparing inventive sandwiches, with veggie options, tap beer & wine.
19 locals recommend
Kitchen Table
1415 Farnam StCool locavore cafe preparing inventive sandwiches, with veggie options, tap beer & wine.
Sightseeing
Rated one of the Best Zoo’s in the US. Splash pads, climbing areas, butterflies, aquarium, and so many other areas to see.
438 locals recommend
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
3701 S 10th StRated one of the Best Zoo’s in the US. Splash pads, climbing areas, butterflies, aquarium, and so many other areas to see.
Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft StBeautiful gardens not far from the home
The Durham Museum
801 S 10th StCatch up on some history
Omaha Children's Museum
500 S 20th StEducation and Fun All in one Place!
Joslyn Art Museum
2200 Dodge StTake a stroll through the museum
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. Measuring 3,000 feet long, it’s a striking example of 21st-century bridge-building, with its S-curve design and a multitude of cables. Locals especially enjoy taking nighttime strolls while enjoying the stunning light display.
106 locals recommend
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
705 Riverfront DrBob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. Measuring 3,000 feet long, it’s a striking example of 21st-century bridge-building, with its S-curve design and a multitude of cables. Locals especially enjoy taking nighttime strolls while enjoying the stunning light display.
Home to more than 350 animals and 53 species from all over the world. The park is a partner of the Henry Doorly Zoo and allows animals to thrive in a more natural habitat while researchers study their behavior. The park is unlike normal zoos in the fact that it offers the fabulous opportunity to take a drive-through tour of the park and witness animal demonstrations—our own little Nebraska safari!
25 locals recommend
Wildlife Safari Park
16406 292nd StHome to more than 350 animals and 53 species from all over the world. The park is a partner of the Henry Doorly Zoo and allows animals to thrive in a more natural habitat while researchers study their behavior. The park is unlike normal zoos in the fact that it offers the fabulous opportunity to take a drive-through tour of the park and witness animal demonstrations—our own little Nebraska safari!
Omaha is home to some larger-than-life art displays spread out throughout the city. The Spirit of Nebraska’s Wilderness and Pioneer Courage Park consists of more than 100 individual bronze pieces that cover more than six city blocks! Each of them allows you to visualize what it must have been like to journey like a pioneer. You could spend an entire day exploring the city and hunting down these stunning structures
Pioneer Courage Park
1450 Dodge StOmaha is home to some larger-than-life art displays spread out throughout the city. The Spirit of Nebraska’s Wilderness and Pioneer Courage Park consists of more than 100 individual bronze pieces that cover more than six city blocks! Each of them allows you to visualize what it must have been like to journey like a pioneer. You could spend an entire day exploring the city and hunting down these stunning structures
Located inside Fontenelle Forest, but not a part of Fontenelle Forest, is TreeRush, a ropes course for everyone, all ages. For kids ages 4-6, there’s KidRush Adventure Park, a low-to-the-ground ropes course that’s just challenging enough for kiddos to feel a part of the action. For everyone, there are varying levels of challenging courses.
97 locals recommend
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center
1111 Bellevue Blvd NLocated inside Fontenelle Forest, but not a part of Fontenelle Forest, is TreeRush, a ropes course for everyone, all ages. For kids ages 4-6, there’s KidRush Adventure Park, a low-to-the-ground ropes course that’s just challenging enough for kiddos to feel a part of the action. For everyone, there are varying levels of challenging courses.
Just outside of southwest Omaha is Louisville State Recreation Area, home to the area's only inflatable obstacle course on water. It's exhausting and a lot of fun.
If you haven't the energy for an obstacle course, just chill out at the sandy beach nearby.
Louisville State Recreation Area
10 Main StreetJust outside of southwest Omaha is Louisville State Recreation Area, home to the area's only inflatable obstacle course on water. It's exhausting and a lot of fun.
If you haven't the energy for an obstacle course, just chill out at the sandy beach nearby.
Omaha's very own amusement park is called Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides. You can easily spend a summer day in the waterpark area, splashing in the wave pool, flying down waterslides or floating along the Lazy River.
33 locals recommend
Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides
7003 Q StOmaha's very own amusement park is called Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides. You can easily spend a summer day in the waterpark area, splashing in the wave pool, flying down waterslides or floating along the Lazy River.
Here, you'll find the world's largest diesel-powered locomotive, the impressive Centennial 6900. In addition to being the largest diesel powered locomotive, it is also the largest ever built. Since the park is all about extra large locomotives, it only makes sense that Kenefick Park should also have the world's largest steam locomotive, named Big Boy No. 4023.
Kenefick Train Depot
Here, you'll find the world's largest diesel-powered locomotive, the impressive Centennial 6900. In addition to being the largest diesel powered locomotive, it is also the largest ever built. Since the park is all about extra large locomotives, it only makes sense that Kenefick Park should also have the world's largest steam locomotive, named Big Boy No. 4023.
You can walk right up to, and in some cases, inside, your choice of a mine sweeper, the USS Hazard, a small submarine, the USS Marlin, and a Douglas A-4D Skyhawk fighter jet. The massive anchor and propeller garden also makes for great photo opportunities.
Free and great photo spot
Freedom Park
2497 Freedom Park RdYou can walk right up to, and in some cases, inside, your choice of a mine sweeper, the USS Hazard, a small submarine, the USS Marlin, and a Douglas A-4D Skyhawk fighter jet. The massive anchor and propeller garden also makes for great photo opportunities.
Free and great photo spot
Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts is located in the Old Market Historic District of downtown Omaha, Nebraska, at the corner of 12th Street and Leavenworth Street.
18 locals recommend
Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts
724 S 12th StBemis Center for Contemporary Arts is located in the Old Market Historic District of downtown Omaha, Nebraska, at the corner of 12th Street and Leavenworth Street.