Omaha, Sarpy County, NE
Places to go in Omaha
26 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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Benson Park
Benson Park Pavilion, 7028 Military Ave, Omaha, NE 68104, USA
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Chalco Hills Recreation Area
An ecological education center, a lake for fishing & boating, plus trails for hikers & joggers.
8901 S 154th St, Omaha, NE 68138, USA
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Elmwood Park
Forested park offering a grotto, picnic pavilion, golf course, playground, multiuse trails & a pool.
808 S 60th St, Omaha, NE 68106, USA
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Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
Year-round cabins & recreation such as hiking & sports on 690 acres, plus a restaurant with a view.
28500 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE 68003, USA
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Fontenelle Forest
Natural area's hub with a museum, raptor rehabilitation, kids’ classes & indoor playground.
1111 Bellevue Blvd N, Bellevue, NE 68005, USA
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Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront
A 10-acre park for strolling, with paths, gardens, a playground, lagoon, waterfall & amphitheater.
1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
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Halleck Park
Expansive park with tennis, volleyball & basketball courts, a baseball field, walking trails & more.
Halleck Park Rd, Papillion, NE 68046, USA
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Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront
Urban oasis highlighting a man-made lake with boat rides, plus fountains with an evening light show.
800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
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Hitchcock Nature Center
Sprawling Loess Hills prairie refuge offering 10 miles of trails plus cabin & backwoods camping.
27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA 51542, USA
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Hummel Park Nature Center
This small park has an indoor event facility & hosts nature classes & summer day camps for children.
3033 Hummel Rd, Omaha, NE 68112, Omaha, NE 68112, USA
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Lake Manawa State Park
Hiking/biking trails & a lake for swimming, boating & fishing, plus modern campgrounds.
1100 S Shore Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
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Lauritzen Gardens
100-acre botanical gardens offering exhibits that change with the seasons, plus a cafe & gift shop.
100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108, USA
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Lewis & Clark Landing at The RiverFront
Large riverfront plaza featuring Lewis & Clark exhibits plus a trail & marina.
345 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
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Memorial Park
Vast green space with open lawns, tree-covered fringes, ball parks & playground (but no restrooms).
6005 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE 68132, USA
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OPPD Arboretum
10600 Blondo St, Omaha, NE 68164, USA
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Pioneer Courage Park
Urban park with a 40-ft. bronze & stainless steel sculpture dedicated to the pioneers.
1450 Capitol Ave, Omaha, NE 68179, USA
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Platte River State Park
Protected forestland offering outdoor activities plus seasonal accommodations in cabins and tepees.
14421 346th St, Louisville, NE 68037, USA
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Schramm Park State Recreation Area
21502 NE-31, Gretna, NE 68028, USA
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Standing Bear Lake
Huge park with walking trails & a large lake for boating & fishing, plus ice-skating in wintertime.
6404 N 132nd St, Omaha, NE 68164, USA
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Stinson Park
Local park in Aksarben Village hosting outdoor concerts, an open-air market & events all year round.
2285 S 67th St, Omaha, NE 68106, USA
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Tranquility Park
Park with multiple facilities for baseball, soccer & tennis plus a playground & open grassy area.
12222 W Maple Rd, Omaha, NE 68164, USA
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Turner Park
Large circular green space & amphitheater that hosts movie screenings & free jazz concerts.
3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68131, USA
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Two Rivers State Recreation Area
Scenic park on 622 acres, known for cabins in vintage cabooses, with boating, fishing & camping.
27702 F St, Waterloo, NE 68069, USA
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Walnut Grove Park
15050 Q St, Omaha, NE 68137, USA