Midtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Lauritzen Gardens
Wander through the diverse woodland areas, admire the charming waterfall and inspect the model railway system in this botanical park.
Heartland of America Park
Gaze up at the stunning light and water show at the fountain and hold hands on a romantic stroll through this charming park.
St. Cecilia Cathedral
After visiting St. Cecilia Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Omaha. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Joselyn Castle
You can find out about the history of Omaha with a trip to Joselyn Castle. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Shelterbelt Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Shelterbelt Theatre during your trip to Omaha. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Our pick of the best Midtown Hotel Deals
Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG
"Best choice"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Element by Marriott Omaha Midtown Crossing
"Everything was great for my parents onuly complaint was poor draining and some stuff that didn’t work right away, but fixed quickly"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton Omaha UN Medical Center Area
"No place was very clean.Staff was very nice.Didn't like the fact that I paid for parking?And then when I came back about eleven o'clock eleven fifteen at night , there was no parking for me in any of the garages , or in the parking lot behind. You think if you were gonna charge people per slot fifteen ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Omaha UN Medical Ctr Area
"The hotel lobby and all areas in general were very nice and modern. The biggest complaint was they had a sign that the room would be cleaned every other day. We had to ask on day 3 to have it cleaned but it was not. We once again had to ask on day 4 to clean it and it finally was. There was very ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
BridgePointe Inn & Suites
"Lovely lovely place especially for the price. If you need an elevator, I would not recommend this place because they don’t have one. That was my only drawback. Otherwise it’s fabulous."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Magnolia Hotel Omaha
"This property is a 3 star hotel on its best day. This hotel does have a certain charm, but that is negated by an overall sense that the hotel is very lacking in a regular cleaning schedule. In fact, in the three days I was there I did not see one single person doing any cleaning anywhere, not on ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
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.
Downtown Northeast
While visiting Downtown Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Joslyn Art Museum and Back-to-the River Trail.
Southeast Omaha
While visiting Southeast Omaha, you might make a stop by sights like Omaha Children's Museum and The Durham Museum.
Downtown Omaha
Downtown Omaha is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Holland Performing Arts Center and CHI Health Center Omaha, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Omaha.
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.
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.
