South Central Omaha Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Top hotels in South Central Omaha
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
Room was dated, carpet shredded, lukewarm water for shower. Woman at check in not friendly or welcoming.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 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 signature scent they pump through the ventilation system is just overpowering. Trying to mask something perhaps? Hotel is dirty and overall underwhelming. Definitely not going back.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 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
Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Aksarben Village
Bed was uncomfortable. Shower did not have adequate pressure. The women in my family had to have a large glass to ensure they got all the shampoo out of their hair.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
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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.
