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.
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.
Gene Leahy Mall
After visiting Gene Leahy Mall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Omaha. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Top hotels in South Omaha
Days Inn by Wyndham Omaha NE
"Showers were great. Room smelled like old smoke and not super clean. Breakfast was cold but there was a microwave to heat it up. In general it served our purpose of a place to sleep"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Magnolia Hotel Omaha
"The check in staff was pleasant and helpful. The room that I had, had mold in the shower. The shears that covered the windows were torn though it was hard to see. The hallway from my room to the elevator had a coffee spill that was there for 3 days. The bar drink I ordered was quite expensive but ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Central Omaha by IHG
"Clean rooms, full hot delicious breakfast bar included, soap in assigned room was empty upon arrival. I reported to front desk and they replaced soap. Housekeeping replenished towels daily."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
"Friendly check-in, clean room and bath, great breakfast right off I-80. We must have been upgraded because we got a suite."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Omaha
"Very slow check-in. Ad showed a spa. No spa."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Harrah's Council Bluffs – A Caesars Rewards Destination
"This place was beautiful"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Omaha
Downtown Omaha
Downtown Omaha is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Holland Performing Arts Center and CHI Health Center Omaha, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Omaha.
West Omaha
You'll enjoy the golf courses and sporting events in West Omaha. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak View Mall or Boys Town Visitors Center.
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.
Southeast Omaha
While visiting Southeast Omaha, you might make a stop by sights like Omaha Children's Museum and The Durham Museum.
South Central Omaha
While visiting South Central Omaha, you might make a stop by sights like Ralston Arena and Baxter Arena.
