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Spend a day seeing the best sights in Omaha. Start in the heart of the city and work your way through charming residential neighborhoods into the newly developed West part of town.
Scenery
City skylines, historic neighborhoods, architectural wonders, picturesque suburban areas. History The best place to start your understanding of Omaha’s rich history is in the Old Market. Once the center of the city’s agricultural sales, the stately old buildings in this area are now the proud homes of art galleries, restaurants, boutiques, and more. Head to the The Durham Museum for a complete look at Omaha’s transformation from cow town to boom town. North of downtown at the Mormon Trail Center at Historic Winter Quarters, you’ll learn about Omaha’s important position for emigrants on the Mormon Trail headed west. Family Fun Start your family’s Omaha adventure at the highly ranked Henry Doorly Zoo. With an amazing aquarium, the world’s largest indoor jungle, and the world’s largest desert dome, your family will see animals from every corner of the globe. Then reconnect with nature at the 100-acre Lauritzen Gardens which features an arboretum, a variety of colorful gardens, a bird sanctuary, a spring flower walk, a woodland trail, and a visitor and education center, café, and gift shop. Older children will marvel at the Joslyn Art Museum and its priceless collection of art. From permanent exhibits to world-class traveling collections, the Joslyn is a great place to pique your child’s artistic interests. Enjoy the open-air atmosphere at Village Pointe shopping center on the west end of Omaha. This premier shopping stop offers plenty of restaurants and browsing opportunities for kids of all ages. Start at the Henry Doorly Zoo 1 mile (:05) north on S. 10th toward Fredrick St., then turn right onto Bancroft St. 2 miles (:10) north on S. 10th Street to the Old Market/Durham Museum 1 mile (:10) west on Dodge Street to the Joslyn Art Museum 4 miles (:10) north on US-75 to the Mormon Trail Center 4 miles (:10) south on US-75, 2 miles west on Dodge, 5 blocks north on 50th Street to the Dundee Neighborhood 6 miles (:25) west on Dodge Street to Boys Town 2 miles (:05) west on Dodge Street to Village Pointe Shopping Center |
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