Location: Omaha
Top Things to do in Omaha
10 Free Things to do in Omaha That You Shouldn't Miss
Omaha is home to the world’s largest indoor desert under the world’s largest geodesic dome above the world’s largest nocturnal exhibit next to one of the world’s largest indoor rainforests! Climb aboard history at The Durham Museum, explore 100 acres at Lauritzen Gardens, Omaha’s Botanical Center and discover priceless works of art at the Joslyn Art Museum. Explore the Old Market, Omaha’s historic entertainment district, where boutiques, antique stores and restaurants line cobblestone streets.
Restaurants in Omaha
1. Old Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,531 reviews
Omaha preserves its historic place in time in this historic section of town where visitors can stroll along the cobbled streets and explore the many preserved buildings.
Reviewed By BoloBunch - Jacksonville, United States
This quaint old factory town with cobblestone streets, horse carriages, and cinderella rides, has some fun and delicious restaurants packed in the renovated factory buildings. Extremely walkable area for all restaurants in Old Market. On nice weather days/nights, the many outdoor terraces are chock full of people enjoying their time outside. There's a famous bar bike called The Patio Ride which meanders (lively) through the streets of Old Market. With the many parks and trails around the Old Market, walking it off never seemed so good. From microbrew beer to consignment stores to interesting shops, restaurants aren't the only thing that dot Old Market. Its a pretty cool place and one that pleasantly surprises most visitors.
2. St. Cecilia's Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
Guided tours are available through this Spanish Renaissance-style cathedral, which contains stained-glass windows from the 16th century.
Reviewed By KameradOwO - Sheridan, United States
The museum and gift shop was lovely, and the lady working it was very genuine and kind. Unfortunately the cathedral had a wake happening when I visited so I didn’t go past the first set of pews.
3. Father Flanagan's Historic House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By tourdirectorsw - New Richland, United States
I had a tour group there for the tour of the campus and we loved it. Father Flanagans home and the history building are so interesting. The church is beautiful as well. Our guide Pam did a wonderful job telling us about the history, present and future plans for Boys Town.
4. Joslyn Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 895 reviews
Reviewed By DeanS208 - Manila, Philippines
Beautiful art deco building, a pleasant well designed sculpture garden in front, and the Chihuly glass sculptures in the main entrance are well presented. The collection is solid, with some excellent Native American and western art as the showpieces, but not the only attraction. When visiting on a morning in the middle of the week it was a joy to move around in such an uncrowded space, although it makes you worry about its financial viability. No charge for the permanent collection. And the café is a real added bonus. If in downtown Omaha would consider going here just for the food in a pleasant setting.
5. Heartland of America Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 289 reviews
This 31-acre park runs through the heart of Omaha along the Missouri River.
Reviewed By mhawrysko - New Lenox, United States
Nice park to sit down and relax in. Our favorite spot was the bench with the large fountain in front of us. There are many ducks and geese there who are used to being fed by people. They will come close to you, but won't bother you. The surrounding area is under construction as the city is building a huge new river walk, but the area around the pond is still nice to visit.
6. Chalco Hills Recreation Area
7. Zorinsky Lake and Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Ambassador216296
More than a man made lake in the suburbs, Lake Zorinsky has much to offer. I have seen amazing sunsets over the lake night after night; walked miles of trails; played baseball with m my boys at the diamonds when they were young; pushed swings at the multiple the playgrownds and flown kites in the soccer fields, seen wildlife in its natural habitat including wild turkeys, hawk, owls, deer (including a herd of about 50 deer running gracefully only a hundred yards from me); taken hidden paths; celebrated a birthday party in a shelter; watched fireworks throughout the area from above the dam; and appreciated that manmade lakes are not necessarily for mere pleasure, but also protection and prevention of flooding in a state with thousands of miles of waterways.
8. Elmwood Park
9. Kenefick Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By LDSIII - Alexandria, United States
Worth the trip. Two of the biggest locomotives ever built in a very nice display. A little off the beaten path, but parking is plentiful and a reasonably safe walk
