Guidebook for Omaha
Sightseeing
Lozier Giant Screen Theater®
3701 S 10th StWorld class zoo,
Beautiful park setting where President Gerald R Ford was born.
10 locals recommend
Gerald R. Ford Birthsite and Gardens
3202 Woolworth AveBeautiful park setting where President Gerald R Ford was born.
Joslyn Castle
Gorgeous mansion build at the turn of the century
Brick streets, shops, restaurants, near the Missouri river. Summer Saturdays farmers market
320 locals recommend
The Old Market
Brick streets, shops, restaurants, near the Missouri river. Summer Saturdays farmers market
Unique plants and floral gardens. Union Pacific Train engines on display at Kenefick park
183 locals recommend
Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft StUnique plants and floral gardens. Union Pacific Train engines on display at Kenefick park
Union Pacific Railroad Museum
200 Pearl StThe Durham Museum
801 S 10th StShopping, Movie Theater, Park, Summer Movies in the Park one night each week. Restaurants,
109 locals recommend
Midtown Crossing
Shopping, Movie Theater, Park, Summer Movies in the Park one night each week. Restaurants,
Arts & Culture
Joslyn Art Museum
2200 Dodge StOutdoor Theater in natural Ampitheater - Last 2 weeks of June into first week of July. Bring your own snacks/beverages/ blankets lawn chairs , bug spray - enjoy Shakespeare in a most modern way - Two plays offered each season. Free will suggested fee. Food available for purchase, souvenirs, strolling minstrels and entertainment prior to show at dusk
Shakespeare on the Green
411-1/2 N Elmwood RdOutdoor Theater in natural Ampitheater - Last 2 weeks of June into first week of July. Bring your own snacks/beverages/ blankets lawn chairs , bug spray - enjoy Shakespeare in a most modern way - Two plays offered each season. Free will suggested fee. Food available for purchase, souvenirs, strolling minstrels and entertainment prior to show at dusk
Parks & Nature
Inner city mall with water features, ducks, swans, walkways, waterfalls , slides, Historical statues.
34 locals recommend
Gene Leahy Mall
1001 Farnam StInner city mall with water features, ducks, swans, walkways, waterfalls , slides, Historical statues.
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center
1111 Bellevue Blvd NRose garden, open spaces, large Veteran memorials
112 locals recommend
Dundee-Happy Hollow Historic District
Rose garden, open spaces, large Veteran memorials
Located across from the Old Market. Water fountains, green spaces, swans, ducks, gondola rides,
37 locals recommend
Heartland of America Park
800 Douglas StLocated across from the Old Market. Water fountains, green spaces, swans, ducks, gondola rides,
Pedestrian Bridge connecting Iowa and Nebraska . Overlooks the Missouri river, the river walk, parks, entertainment areas, river walk connecting downtown Omaha with the old Market
18 locals recommend
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian BridgePedestrian Bridge connecting Iowa and Nebraska . Overlooks the Missouri river, the river walk, parks, entertainment areas, river walk connecting downtown Omaha with the old Market
Food Scene
Lucile's Old Market
510 S 10th StGreat food venue
Jones Bros Cupcakes
2121 S 67th StIt tastes so good. Other food options, non alcoholic drinks
Old Chicago
1111 Harney Streetfun place
Jimmy's Egg
17003 Evans PlazaBreakfast and Lunch only
Maria's
7630 Burlington StAuthentic Mexican cuisine - family owned
Gorat's Steakhouse
4917 Center StWarren Buffets favorite place - Great steakhouse
FarmHouse Cafe & Bakery
3461 S 84th StBakery, Breakfast, lunch , dinner. Family restaurant
Malara's
2123 Pierce StAuthentic home made Italian cuisine. family owned since 1984.
Lo Sole Mio Ristorante
3001 S 32nd AveSpecial romantic place
Cascio's Steakhouse
1620 S 10th StIconic Omaha Steakhouse
IHOP
12423 W Center RdPanera Bread
14901 West Maple RoadCheesecake Factory
10120 California StreetBonefish Grill
120 Regency PkwySoaring Wings Vineyard and Brewing
17111 S 138th StLocal Winery
Loess Hills Winery approximately 40 minutes south east of Omaha off of I 29 to Glenwood
Bodega Victoriana Winery & Wedding Barn
60397 Kidd RdLoess Hills Winery approximately 40 minutes south east of Omaha off of I 29 to Glenwood
Loess Hills Vineyard & Winery
1120 Old Lincoln HighwayLoess Hills Winery - I 680 North of Omaha 20 minutes
Drinks & Nightlife
Billy Frogg's Grill & Bar
1120 Howard StWine 121
12100 W Center RdCozy seating, fireplace. Wide variety of wine / Spirit store
Horseshoe Council Bluffs
2701 23rd AveAcross the river in Council Bluffs IA
Casino Across the river from Downtown in Council Bluffs, IA
20 locals recommend
Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino
One Harrah's BlvdCasino Across the river from Downtown in Council Bluffs, IA
Across the river into Iowa in Council Bluffs
12 locals recommend
Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs
2200 River RdAcross the river into Iowa in Council Bluffs
Corkscrew Wine & Cheese
3908 Farnam StEntertainment & Activities
Orpheum Theater
409 S 16th StHome of the College World Series baseball. Home of Creighton University Baseball.
130 locals recommend
TD Ameritrade Park
1200 Mike Fahey StHome of the College World Series baseball. Home of Creighton University Baseball.
CenturyLink Center Omaha
455 North 10th StreetLocal venue for concerts, vendor shows, conventions
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
3701 S 10th StWorld class zoo.
Essentials
Baker's
13250 W Maple RdFull service grocery, with alcohol and deli foods
Hy-Vee
14591 Stoney Brook BlvdFull service grocery with Organics, restaurant, deli, floral,
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market
14949 Evans PlazaFresh organic foods
Walgreens
3001 Dodge St