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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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
Wyndham Omaha / West Dodge
Staff lied multiple times regarding pool being closed. Started hefore i ever arrived at hotel. Refused to let me cancel reservation or give compensation for the pool beong down as that was the ONLY reason i booked with them.i live in town and wanted somewhere for my grandchildren to swim for th weekend. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Central Omaha by IHG
Yes, it was spotless and very comfy except for the one side of the mattress, but otherwise it was very good. The food was good. The hostess were good.!!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Omaha Marriott
The room was in good condition though it took a bit for the A/C to cool the room down. Staff was friendly. Didn't see beforehand that they recently started charging for parking (unless part of a group or certain corporate perks benefit) or probably would have chosen a different hotel. A little inconvenient ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Omaha
Wallpaper was coming off and the room wasn’t clean and I had to hook the tv up
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Omaha UN Medical Ctr Area
Amenities were unavailable. When we returned and requested some, front desk clerk asked loudly for our room number (2 older women) We told her and she repeated the room number loudly with men in the lobby listening. She said they didn't speak English. Again she argued with us about the importance, ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Staybridge Suites Omaha 80th And Dodge by IHG
Staff was friendly. The walls of the room are paper thin. I could hear the people in the next room talking. Beds were ok.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
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 Omaha Community Playhouse.
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 Omaha Community Playhouse.
South Central Omaha
While visiting South Central Omaha, you might make a stop by sights like Ralston Arena and Baxter Arena.
Benson
Visitors to Benson like its live music and golf courses, and Fontenelle Park Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
North Central Omaha
While visiting North Central Omaha, you might make a stop by sights like Glenn Cunningham Lake and OPPD Arboretum.
