South 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.
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.
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.
Milt's Golf Center
Enjoy a round of golf in Omaha at Milt's Golf Center. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in South Omaha
Days Inn by Wyndham Omaha NE
Woke up to ants all in our bags and room.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Magnolia Hotel Omaha
The hotel has a great history and is conveniently in the Omaha downtown district. Our stay was pleasant, but it seems to us the hotel has greater potential with more investment in the property. The fee for parking in the hotel parking lot was ~$30 / night and we found easy public parking on the street ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Deco
Rooms are clean but dated
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
The room was great. Beds and pillows were comfortable. They were very polite and helpful. The only thing is, the bathrooms could be cleaner.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Omaha Marriott
DO NOT STAY HERE BROKEN WINDOWS IN THE PARKING LOT! TOLD THE FRONT DESK HER RESPONSE WAS WELL IT HAPPENS FROM TIME TO TIME. THE FLOORS ARE CHEAP, ELEVATORS BANGED UP, THEY HAVE A BAR WITH RANDOM STRANGERS WALKING IN AND OUT ITS NOT A SAFE LOCATION. I DID NOT STAY THERE AND THEY REFUSED TO REFUND ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Omaha Downtown - Waterpark by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 25 Apr 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.
