Amazing art center. Artists from all over the world come here for residencies. Go to an Open…read moreHouse/Open Studio event. Absolutely world-class creativity and innovation right here in Omaha. Fantastic music performances and public events. Free.

The museum is housed in a stunning building and features exceptional exhibits. I particularly…read moreappreciate the 12 to 15 artists in residence at any given time in the upstairs area. This museum is genuinely dedicated to promoting quality arts and programming. I make it a point to visit and support it every time I'm in town to see what new displays they have. Highly recommended!

As a life long resident of Omaha, my earliest memories of The Old Market begin with big family get…read moretogethers at Spaghetti Works. I'm happy that now an adult I spend a lot more time and all over the Old Market a there are so many wonderful local businesses on Howard street. Many of the eateries include historic photos of the blocks considered OM. Le Buillon even tell a story of how one man saved the OM from becoming a park garage. It's a staple in Omaha. If you are only in town for a day, it's worth it to park and walk up and down the brick paved roads. Theres now in 2024 ample parking around the area with 2+ garages. Too bad we lost free weekend parking, but Sundays are still free. There is so much to eat, drink, and shop on these blocks. My faves include Made in Omaha, Godega Market, Eat the Worm (lol), and of course Spaghetti Works, for nostalgia. It's our special area in Omaha and I will love to watch it continue to flourish.

Streets werent exactly clean…read more Stores ok. Some variety We could see some vagrants laying around and just sleeping or roaming the streets. Did smell like rubbish. Hopefully they clean the streets up

Lauritzen Gardens is one of my favorite places to take family when they come to visit. It's such a…read morebeautiful place to walk around, and this time of year is especially gorgeous. Everything is so green, and all the flowers are in full bloom. The lookout with the trains is always a favorite, and there's so much to explore that we ended up getting plenty of steps in. The staff is always friendly, and the gardens are so well maintained. I'm also excited to see how the ongoing construction turns out. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Omaha!

A must visit spot while in Omaha! We got hit with beautiful 70 degree weather and took advantage of…read moreit by coming here. We got our steps in while admiring the greenery and well thought out flowers. My toddler enjoyed Sophia's garden playground the most. While I enjoyed the super massive greenhouse. There were so many photo opportunities. They don't allow outside food or drinks which is a bummer for those traveling with kids! However, there are two cafes that offered food for purchase. It looks like they offer events during the holidays. Looks especially fun during Christmas time, we'll definitely be back!

Great venue for a Fashion Show!…read more Looking forward to coming back and seeing the actual exhibits. From what I could tell they have some amazing artwork here too!

I've seen a handful of exhibits here, and love that they're doing something for the community. The…read moreparking is also ideal as it's right on the outskirts of the old market. It's nice that it's free admission but I implore you to donate what you can to help keep these exhibits open. I attended the common senses festival last year and it was so beautiful to see how they were accommodating folks to see these interactive exhibits. The staff is really friendly, and chatty and can share a lot more anecdotes to some of the displays. Looking forward to checking out the next exhibit there.

A dedicated pedestrian bridge crosses the river, connecting two riverside parks. The Nebraska side…read moreentrance is a little odd; you have to go quite a bit up from the riverside to actually get onto the bridge. The eastern end had what looked like an outdoor climbing wall and a boardwalk, but these were not open for some reason. The river itself is not the greatest river you'll ever see, but the infrastructure around it does provide ample reasons to visit.

A great after dinner walk here!…read more You'll be treated to majestic views of the river, a journey between state lines, and if you're lucky, some wildlife here and there. I always love getting near a big river, packed with symbolism and paradoxes as it is. It looks still, yet it moves. It reflects the surface, but goes deep within. It shapes the landscape millimeter by millimeter. It's wild and unpredictable, but also calm and steady. I saw a speckled baby deer walking nearby, and a few birds as well. There were lots of people out jogging, walking, kids exploring. It's just a nice vibe here, especially on a late summer evening. Bonus points for having a fun troll statue below the bridge. Whether you're local or passing through, this is a great spot to stretch your legs and take in the scenery. Omaha has done a wonderful job bringing life to their riverfront, and this is a nice chapter in that.

You will find this little structure at the end of Gene Leahy Park. It is an iconic photo…read moreopportunity in the heart of downtown Omaha. Contrary to what I thought, the arches do not have any historical significance. They are remanants of the former US National Bank Building that once stood at the corner of 12th and Farnam Streets. They are made of Ohio bluestone and was constructed in 1887. They were reconstructed in it current location in 1979. The arch is currently owned by the city of Omaha. It has a kind of odd placement and looks like a arch just dropped downtown. It is not hard to find and I located it relatively easy. Parking to see this attraction is simple enough. There is tons of metered parking within a reasonable walking distance. This howevre is probably not a destination attractioon. Most of it visitors will come here with this stop as part of a larger itinerary. The arch seems to be in great shape, and has a placard on it that gives some brief information. Anyway, as with most attractions such as this that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes, got my pictures and then I was out. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

The Arches, built in 1887 by stone are a very majestic way to signify you are about to enter Gene…read moreLeahy Park in downtown Omaha, NE. When I first saw them, I almost thought I was in Paris! They look just like the Arch de Triomphe. When the former US National Bank Building was originally built, it had two of these very impressive stone arches as it's entrances. However, when the bank was remodeled in 1979, one of the arches was reconstructed here at it's current site along Farnam Street, where it stands today. Owned now by the city of Omaha, the Arches have "stood like silent sentinels at the 12th and Farnam entrance to Gene Leahy Mall," said a story on www.omahabydesign.org. Made of Ohio bluestone, the Arch is a very dignified presence in the Old Market downtown area. I just adore noble pieces of public art such as this, so 5 YELP STARS for sure. But this Arch might need some help. In the omahabydesign story, it mentioned that the "recent condition survey completed by the Omaha Public Art Commission cited the piece as in need of extensive restoration. Although the arches appear complete and sound, there is staining, discoloration, crystalline deposits and drainage problems. It appears as though the drainage system may be clogged or insufficient to remove water from the top of the structure. Water is seeping through the mortar joints along the inside curve of the arch." Not good. Someone with local money needs to step forward or a fund-raising effort should be started to get Arch-y in better shape. Also troubling: minor abrasions, accumulated dust and dirt, bird droppings, lichen and self-adhesive stickers. I imagine some Midwestern graffiti has found it's way onto the Arches. I hope the Omaha-ians can find a way to fix up this distinctly classy reminder of what a lovely city this truly is.

This site is closed. Gates are shut on both roads leading to the parking lot and building…read more Sadly, the building is in disrepair. Looks like no one has maintained it for quite some time. Some markers on the walking path near the building have been damaged. Meanwhile, there are some interpretive walls with depictions of the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery which still look good.

The Durham Museum in Omaha is much better than this museum, but I think all railroad enthusiasts…read morewill really enjoy seeing the trains they have on display. The trains are outside and there is a very small indoor section with lot's to read. I have never spent much time in there since I'm always with my family. Nothing really interactive.

We were walking inside the passageway at the old market downtown Omaha and discovered this cool…read morehidden jem! The gentleman working inside the art exhibit talked to us about the zodiac garden in back of their store. The garden is not very big with statues of all of the zodiac signs. I'm sure it'll look nicer once all of the greenery starts to come alive in the Spring. They have some interesting art that may capture your eye.

Such a pretty surprise to take out of town visitors. Not only do you walk through the "famous" old…read moremarket passageway, but I love stopping in to see the current art exhibits. The Garden of the Zodiac is quaint but peaceful. It changes throughout the seasons so be sure to stop in multiple times of year if you can!

I bring everyone visiting Omaha to this beautiful hidden gem, because when I first moved here I…read morehappened to stumble upon the area, which was unbeknownst to me! The stores lining the passageway are beautiful, fun, and eclectic. The lighting is beautiful and very ethereal, especially at night. I would highly recommend visiting!

Stumbled on this hidden gem in the Old Market district. Beautiful greenery growing from everywhere!…read moreLots of little shops as you stroll the hallways on various levels.

Had a family day recently at the Durham to check out the newest exhibit, Disney: Heroes & Villains,…read moreand we had the best time! We loved seeing Cinderella's dress up close, admiring all the incredible details of Maleficent, and taking part in the scavenger hunt (don't forget to grab it at the front desk!). Such a fun, interactive exhibit that's truly great for all ages. https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTDRNvYs7/

I was in town visiting and wanted to see how Omaha's Union Station compares to the one we have back…read morehome. It was built in 1931 in the Art Deco style and designed by LA architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood. The museum has lots of photographs and examples of materials used that would be a delight for all those interested in architecture. Downstairs was the train depot and where you can go inside and sit in the train cars. Most of the rooms appeared to be part of their permanent collection, but part of the downstairs area has rotating exhibits. The exhibit on display was "The Negro Motorist Green Book" which you may be familiar with if you watched the 2018 film "Green Book." I had a great time at the museum and would return, although check the calendar as I went when the NE SciFest going on and I prefer calmer museum visits. Still, definitely would recommend checking it out!