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.
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.
El Museo Latino
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at El Museo Latino in Omaha. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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
Staff was friendly, and I enjoyed the historic feel of the hotel. It didn’t feel as clean as it could have been. But it wasn’t that it was dirty. The drapes in our room were stained and the carpet felt like they hadn’t been cleaned in a while and those two aspects made the room feel less clean. But ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
BridgePointe Inn & Suites
Comfy, clean and right off the highway. The price was right and the stay was short. Great place to stop in if you know where the driveway is.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Omaha Downtown - Waterpark by IHG
We had a great night at this location. They were able to accommodate an early check in and had there not been a couple of things that were off then it would be a 5 star review. First when we booked the room we double checked that parking was free but upon arrival I was informed there was a charge ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hotel Deco
Staff was fantastic, helpful and accommodating. From the front desk to Monarch to drivers.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Omaha-Downtown
Breakfast attendent was super good about keeping everything full of fresh food. Front desk at check in was great, remembered me from previous stay. AC and heat worked great, yes, used both! :)
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Omaha West-Lakeside
Courteous staff!!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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.
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.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
