South Central Omaha Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Central Omaha
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.
Baxter Arena
Catch an event at Baxter Arena during your trip to Omaha. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Ralston Arena
Catch an event at Ralston Arena during your trip to Omaha. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Bergan Mercy
If Bergan Mercy is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Omaha.
Johnny Goodman Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Omaha at Johnny Goodman Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Family Fun Center XL
Take the family on an outing to Family Fun Center XL during your trip to Omaha. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Our pick of the best South Central Omaha Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
They had a problem with the system going down and they got a plan together and executed it quickly to get people into a room.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area
Clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Omaha Central
helpful and friendly staff
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Aloft Omaha Aksarben Village
The hotel was very clean! Very close to Baxter Arena, which was very nice. Also, that area is really cool. Lots of bars, restaurants, and cool stores. The staff was also very nice!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Tru By Hilton Omaha I-80 at 72nd Street, NE
Great location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice modern clean rooms with only a mini fridge. No in room coffee maker, prefer to drink coffee in room early morning. Breakfast was good. Nice pool and gym area. Excellent Italian restaurant located next door and recommended by hotel staff. ( ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Courtyard Marriott Aksarben Village
The room was clean, but the bathroom sink was clogged and one of the lights would not work
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Central Omaha
Ralston
Visitors to Ralston like its restaurants and zoo, and Ralston Arena is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Central Omaha
Travellers come to Central Omaha for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Omaha Community Playhouse and Westroads Mall while you're in town.
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 Omaha
South Omaha is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Fun-Plex.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
