Central Omaha Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Omaha
Popular places to visit
Memorial Park
You can find out about the history of Omaha with a stop at Memorial Park. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Journey through the world’s biggest indoor desert, spot magnificent creatures in the aquarium and explore indoor rainforests and swamps in Nebraska’s premier zoo.
Omaha Children's Museum
Bring the little ones to this exciting museum to role play as doctors, make art with light and run through a fountain.
University of Nebraska-Omaha
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Nebraska-Omaha during your travels in Omaha. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Westroads Mall
During your trip to Omaha, you can do some window-shopping at Westroads Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Methodist Hospital
If Methodist Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Omaha.
Our pick of the best Central Omaha Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Central Omaha by IHG
Good experience, Great place to stay overall.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Wyndham Omaha / West Dodge
comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Omaha Marriott
everything was great
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
AmericInn by Wyndham Omaha
Enjoyed a pleasant stay in spite of extensive remodeling going on. It will only be better next time!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Omaha UN Medical Ctr Area
We checked in after 9pm and had to use the door bell to get in. It felt very secure. There was a parking garage to park in so you didn’t have to park on the street, that was great. The floor plan of our room was spacious and very accommodating to a lot of situations. Breakfast was great! Lots of ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Omaha
Clean room, nice area
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Omaha
Aksarben - Elmwood Park
While there might not be top attractions in Aksarben - Elmwood Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Baxter Arena and Memorial Park.
Dundee-Happy Hollow Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dundee-Happy Hollow Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Memorial Park and Joselyn Castle.
Benson
Visitors to Benson like its live music and golf courses, and Fontenelle Park Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.
South Central Omaha
While visiting South Central Omaha, you might make a stop by sights like Ralston Arena and Baxter Arena.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
Ralston
Visitors to Ralston like its restaurants and zoo, and Ralston Arena is a sight worth a stop.
Central Omaha Travel Guide
- University of Nebraska-Omaha
- Westroads Mall
- Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
- University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Charles Schwab Field Omaha
- Village Pointe Shopping Center
- Baxter Arena
- Ralston Arena
- Platte River
- Omaha Children's Museum
- Werner Park
- Holland Performing Arts Center
- Iowa Western Community College
- Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
