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.
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.
Lauritzen Gardens
Wander through the diverse woodland areas, admire the charming waterfall and inspect the model railway system in this botanical park.
Gene Leahy Mall
After visiting Gene Leahy Mall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Omaha. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Baxter Arena
Catch an event at Baxter Arena during your trip to Omaha. Experience the area's great live music 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.
Top hotels in South Central Omaha
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
Clean room, some small stains on the main room carpet, carpet fraying from bedroom to bathroom. Didn't find any cups in the room except for coffee IE bathroom to brush teeth. Loved the pool. Staff very kind with awesome smiles.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Aloft Omaha Aksarben Village
Staff was very helpful and friendly. Great location and nice updated rooms!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Omaha Central
The hotel can use a lot of work as far as amenities and cleanliness, the floor I stay at smell like cigarettes and the room was dirty and the appliances we’re not properly working
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area
This was a nice place and very close to the interstate
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Courtyard Marriott Aksarben Village
Tru By Hilton Omaha I-80 at 72nd Street, NE
Just what we needed for a quick weekend in Omaha. Family of three spent two nights. Hotel staff was kind and courteous, breakfast was nice and the property was very clean.
Reviewed on 11 May 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 Memorial Park.
Central Omaha
Travellers come to Central Omaha for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westroads Mall and Memorial Park 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 Joselyn Castle.
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.
