Southeast Omaha Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southeast Omaha
Popular places to visit
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.
The Durham Museum
Examine old railway carriages, inspect a coin collection and learn about the region’s indigenous history in this former train station.
Lauritzen Gardens
Wander through the diverse woodland areas, admire the charming waterfall and inspect the model railway system in this botanical park.
Joslyn Art Museum
Make your way through the sculpture-laden pathways of the picturesque gardens and inspect works of art from across the ages.
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 VA Medical Center
If Omaha VA Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Omaha.
Our pick of the best Southeast Omaha Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Downtown - Old Market by IHG
Had a very nice chat with the general manager. My brother and I were still visiting long after breakfast ended. She happened by and grabbed our empty plates. We tried to tell her we could do that but she insisted. We struck up a conversation and during it she told us who she was.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
EVEN Hotel Omaha Downtown - Old Market by IHG
The bartender was excellent! Great personality. The bed was the most comfortable ever!!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Magnolia Hotel Omaha
It was our early Christmas celebration for just us. Little getaway, the hotel was lovely and the staff very nice! I wish the toilet was taller!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hotel Deco
Such a pretty hotel. Dinner and Drinks were awesome!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
Didn’t eat
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market
Great place! Clean and comfortable! The included breakfast is excellent and the service is very good. Front desk staff was helpful and hello a of the right toe We used the workout equipment which was functional and the room well kept. The hotel is perfectly located to enjoy the Old Market area. Just ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Omaha
Old Market
Old Market is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, a top place to visit in the area.
Downtown Northeast
While visiting Downtown Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Joslyn Art Museum and Omaha Civic Auditorium.
Downtown Omaha
Downtown Omaha is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Holland Performing Arts Center and First National Bank Tower, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Omaha.
Blackstone District
Though Blackstone District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Joselyn Castle and Joslyn Art Museum.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
NoDo District
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to NoDo District. A stop by Charles Schwab Field Omaha or CHI Health Center Omaha might round out your trip.
