Downtown Omaha, NE

Omaha

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Pioneer Courage Park which includes a high rise building, a park and a city
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge which includes a bridge and a sunset
Pioneer Courage Park featuring a city and a statue or sculpture
Pioneer Courage Park which includes a city and a statue or sculpture
Omaha’s compact downtown district offers fine dining, fantastic museums and a dynamic nightlife alongside tree-lined parks.

Downtown Omaha is the heart of the city, its historic, social, business and government center. Find diverse attractions, from heritage  buildings to Missouri riverfront boardwalks, sports arenas and sophisticated fine dining. Walk around the city on scenic trails featuring lush green parks and historic sites.

Get involved in Downtown Omaha’s lively nightlife in the Old Market neighborhood. This old industrial district has been transformed into a cultural hub featuring boutique shopping, art galleries, street performances and al fresco dining experiences on the original brick streets. A five-minute walk will bring you to the Heartland of America Park, a secluded oasis featuring lakeside walking and cycling paths, spectacular lighted fountains and gondola rides.

Wander north from the historic Lewis and Clark Landing site along the boardwalk paralleling the Missouri River to North Downtown, stopping at the city marina. Catch one of Omaha’s cheap and convenient city buses to reach Downtown Omaha’s historic birthplace, Miller’s Landing. See a College World Series baseball game at nearby TD Ameritrade Park during the annual June tournament. 

Visit Downtown Omaha in late spring to catch the city’s biggest outdoor festival, the annual Taste of Omaha. Sample delicious local and international cuisine at this free three-day festival. Listen to live music, watch gourmet cooking demonstrations and visit the diverse restaurant stalls and vendors that line the waterfront.

Be prepared for cold and snowy Nebraska weather in winter. Extreme weather, including high winds and hail, can also occur between April and August.

Reach Downtown Omaha by Amtrak train or by car via Interstate 480 which runs through the city center. Eppley Airfield, with regular interstate flights to Omaha, is just a five-minute drive from downtown. Whether you’re seeking sports, history or cultural activities, find them in Downtown Omaha, the heartland of America’s Midwest.


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Downtown Omaha Hotel Deals

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

4.5 out of 5
1615 Howard St, Omaha, NE
The price is ¥14,460 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
¥14,460
¥16,991 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,381 reviews)
"Bed was very comfortable. Room was clean. Housekeeping was very loud at 8am. $32 for parking is ridiculous."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Magnolia Hotel Omaha
Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market

Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market

3.5 out of 5
555 S 10th St, Omaha, NE
The price is ¥16,162 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
¥16,162
¥18,990 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,073 reviews)
"The beds were very comfortable. The morning breakfast was fabulous. The happy hour was great. All the staff were very friendly. We will be back"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market
Holiday Inn Omaha Downtown - Waterpark by IHG

Holiday Inn Omaha Downtown - Waterpark by IHG

3 out of 5
1420 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE
The price is ¥12,529 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
¥12,529
¥14,724 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free WiFi, water park access (surcharge), and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,261 reviews)
"The room was large and bed was comfortable. Pillows were sooo fluffy."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Holiday Inn Omaha Downtown - Waterpark by IHG
Moxy Omaha Downtown

Moxy Omaha Downtown

3.5 out of 5
409 South 12th Street, Omaha, NE
The price is ¥11,939 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
¥11,939
¥14,028 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (684 reviews)
"Only one negative and it is not the Moxy’s fault- a construction crew was in the alley below our room using jackhammers and such 4 of the 5 days. Hard to sleep in."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Moxy Omaha Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

3 out of 5
1005 Dodge St, Omaha, NE
The price is ¥14,091 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥14,091
¥16,556 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"clean and affordable"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area
Hampton Inn & Suites Omaha-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Omaha-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1212 Cuming St, Omaha, NE
The price is ¥12,404 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥12,404
¥14,575 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,379 reviews)
"Decent hotel. Great area. Older hotel, but clean. Feels like the front desk staff make or break the experience here. Some were excellent. Some were not."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Omaha-Downtown
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Omaha

Old Market which includes signage as well as an individual femail

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.

Old Market
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge which includes a river or creek, hiking or walking and a sunset

NoDo District

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to NoDo District. A stop by Charles Schwab Field Omaha or CHI Health Center Omaha might round out your trip.

NoDo District
Downtown Omaha featuring modern architecture, night scenes and a city

Downtown Northeast

While visiting Downtown Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Joslyn Art Museum and Back-to-the River Trail.

Downtown Northeast
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Dahlman

Though Dahlman might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum.

Dahlman
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Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, St. Cecilia Cathedral and Joselyn Castle are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
Omaha Children\'s Museum showing a playground and interior views

Southeast Omaha

If you're spending some time in Southeast Omaha, Omaha Children's Museum and The Durham Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Omaha


Downtown Omaha, NE