Omaha: Best Things To See & Do (All Ages)


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Scott Aquarium

The Omaha Zoo’s Scott Aquarium is one of the best and newest in the nation and is conveniently just off I-80 and minutes from I-29 in Omaha. While you’re there also check out one of the largest zoos in the world, The Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo, and the IMAX theater.


Omaha Children’s Museum

Have some little ones traveling with you? The Children’s Museum in Omaha is a fantastic place to get your kiddos engaged and let them get out some of their energy. Let them sit inside real tractors and combines and interact with tons of different displays and exhibits.


Ted & Wally’s Ice Cream

Great for everyone. Homemade icecream custom mixed by hand with your choice of toppings and ingredients, right in Omaha’s friendly Old Market.


Gene Leahy Mall (Downtown)

While you’re downtown, walk to 12th & Farnam to walk around and explore the newly renovated Gene Leahy Mall. It’s a great spot for a photo with the group or to sit and relax for a bit. If you have the kids with you, find the 2-store slides built into the side of the hill and let them go for a couple runs.


Zio’s Pizza

Family friendly, great pizza and food, and priced to please. Try it out, Zio’s has multiple Omaha locations.


Lauritzen Gardens

A perfect place if you want a calm, relaxing stop along your drive. A beautiful indoor/outdoor exotic garden that’s one of a kind. In Omaha off I-80.


Summer Concerts

Omaha loves music. So much so that nearly every shopping center or neighborhood area has a summer concert series. Check out Aksarben Village, Midtown Crossing, Rockbrook Village, and Village Pointe for fun concert series on various nights throughout the week and weekend.


The Rose Performing Arts Center

If you and the little ones like family-friendly theater productions, checkout the Rose Theater in downtown Omaha. A great historical theater that puts on top-notch productions for kids and families.


Fun-Plex Water Park & Rides

Get out in the sun and enjoy your summer trip  with the largest outdoor water and ride park in Omaha.


Werner Park / Storm Chasers Minor League Baseball

The Storm Chasers pride themselves on being a family-friendly event and affordably priced. Located in Bellevue (south of Omaha 10-15 mins) Werner Park has plenty of parking, good seats and lots to eat and options to entertain the kids with while there.


Jones Bros Cupcakes

One of Omaha’s favorite local bakeries, this place has AMAZING cupcakes and desserts. Definitely worth the stop.


Wheatfields

If you love breakfast and brunch, Wheatfields is a must-stop for your trip. Some of the best breakfast food, quiche and cinnamon rolls you’ll ever have.


Sempeck’s

A great local stop for family fun, bowling, sand volleyball, laser tag, games and food. It’s about 5-10 mins west of Omaha in Elkhorn. It’s new, clean, friendly and locally-owned.


Looking for more ideas, view our other Best of Omaha list. Have ideas to add to this list? We’d love to hear! Leave your suggestions in the comments below.