South Omaha Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South 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.
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.
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.
Fun-Plex
Bring your family to Fun-Plex and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Omaha. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Infield at the Zoo
Explore the great outdoors at Infield at the Zoo, a lovely green space in Omaha. Take some time to visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Spring Lake Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Omaha at Spring Lake Golf Course. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Our pick of the best South Omaha Hotel Deals
Magnolia Hotel Omaha
Nice
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market
great property will stay again
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Central Omaha by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Deco
Valet parking staff are always available to assist. There are some public parking spaces available nearby, but I'm not sure about the safety. There is no breakfast included.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Omaha-Downtown
Travel with 4 kids, pool definitely needs cleaning, elevator ride reeked like weed. Front desk lady was nice. Over all it was OK for 1 night.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Omaha West-Lakeside
Yes!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Omaha
Southeast Omaha
While visiting Southeast Omaha, you might make a stop by sights like Omaha Children's Museum and The Durham Museum.
Dahlman
While Dahlman may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum.
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 Memorial Park.
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.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
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.
