Omaha, Nebraska, blends a walkable downtown with a world-class zoo and a rich pioneer history along the Missouri River. The Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is one of the nation’s top-rated zoos, while the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge lets visitors stand in both Nebraska and Iowa at once.
The historic Old Market District offers brick storefronts, boutique shops, and a lively summer farmers market, and the Joslyn Art Museum showcases thousands of years of creativity. Lauritzen Gardens provides a peaceful botanical escape near downtown.
The best time to visit is late April through early June or late August through early October, when temperatures are mild and crowds are thinner; Omaha summers are hot and winters bring bitter cold, so shoulder seasons offer the most comfortable sightseeing.
