SEE & DO EAT STAY Fontenelle Park Since the closing of the golf course, the 108-acre park has seen numerous improvements including a new picnic shelter, splash pad and playground. 4405 Fontenelle Blvd. 402-444-5920 visitomaha. com/listings/fontenelle-park-pavilion/60851 Kitchen Table 1415 Farnam St. 402-933-2810 kitchentableomaha.com Old Market Knolls Golf Course Fun-Plex 11630 Sahler St. 402-444-5440 parks.cityofomaha.org This turn-of-the-century marketplace of brick streets and buildings features a variety of quaint restaurants and shops. 1100 Howard St. 402-916-1796 oldmarket.com 7003 Q St. 402-331-8436 fun-plex.com General Crook House Museum/ Douglas County Historical Society La Veinticuatro: South 24th Historic Main Street District Walking Tour 24th and N St. 402-933-3104 restorationexchange.org Omaha Children’s Museum The museum is the authentically restored home of General George Crook. It was constructed in 1879 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. 5730 N. 30th St., #11b 402-455-9990 douglascohistory.org/crook-house-museum A special place for families to spend quality time together. There are two floors of permanent and special exhibits including a Tinker Lab. 500 S. 20th St. 402-342-6164 ocm.org Lauritzen Gardens and Kenefick Park 100 Bancroft St. 402-346-4002 lauritzengardens.org Omaha Community Playhouse Gerald R. Ford Birthsite and Gardens Lazlo’s Brewery and Grill -West Omaha At Lazlos, enjoy fresh ingredients paired with from-scratch recipes and hickory-flame grilling. 2425 S. 192nd Ave. 402-289-5840 lazlosbreweryandgrill.com Walk through the beautiful Memorial Gardens where President Ford’s boyhood home once stood. Open year ‘round, 7:30 a.m. to dusk. 3202 Woolworth Ave. 402-444-5940 visitomaha.com/ listings/gerald-r-ford-birthsite-and-gardens/56919 The Omaha Community Playhouse features two theaters with state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment, hosting 11 productions plus special events annually. 6915 Cass St. 402-553-0800 omahaplayhouse.com Omaha Symphony Lewis and Clark Country: Nebraska Lewis and Clark Landing 345 Riverfront Dr. 402-444-5900 parks.cityofomaha.org/parks German-American Society 14707 California St. 402-444-1600 LCMidMo.org Formerly Omaha Plattdeutscher Verein, this society has helped make local history and has taken part in the growth of Omaha. 3717 S. 120th St. 402-333-6615 germanamericansociety.org A nonprofit professional orchestra that presents live performances from Sept. -June. Offering a six-concert series and special concerts. 1200 Douglas St. 402-342-3836 omahasymphony.org Omaha Visitors Center Great Plains Black History Museum Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters Visitor Center Located on the riverfront, the Visitor Center is open daily in summer and weekdays in winter. 601 Riverfront Dr. 402-661-1804 nps.gov/lecl Experience the preservation, celebration and education of the African American on the Great Plains through exhibits. Free. 2505 N. 24th St. 402-932-7077 gpblackhistorymuseum.org Talk with friendly Omaha experts who will help customize your Omaha experience. Brochures, maps and Wi-Fi available. 306 S. 10th St. 402-444-7762 visitomaha.com/about-omaha/visitor-information-centers Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Unleash your sense of wonder among 160 acres of plants, animals and unique habitats from around the world at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. 3701 S. 10th St. 402-733-8401 omahazoo.com Love’s Jazz and Arts Center Magnolia Hotel Omaha Heartland of America Park and Fountain 800 Douglas St. 402-444-5955 visitomaha. com/listings/heartland-of-america-park-and-fountain/56947 2510 N. 24th St. 402-502-5291 ljac.org The new design is reminiscent of the building’s 1920s Italian heritage. Marble flooring, travertine walls, Roman columns and elegant ceilings. 1615 Howard St. 402-342-2222 magnoliahotelomaha.com Hilton Garden Inn Omaha West 17879 Chicago St. 402-289-9696 omahawest.stayhgi.com Orpheum Theater Hilton Omaha Hiro 88 Motel 6 Motel 6 Omaha’s golden palace and a Midwestern landmark, 2,600 seats. 409 S. 16th St. 402-661-8501 omahaperformingarts.org 1001 Cass St. 402-998-3400 omaha.hilton.com 1308 Jackson St. 402-704-3602 hiro88.com 3511 S. 84th St. 402-391-4321 motel6.com 10560 Sapp Brothers Dr. 402-896-6868 motel6.com Outdoor Venture Center History Walks LLC Various Locations 816-616-9162 historywalksnebraska.com Mt. Vernon Gardens Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St. 402-345-0202 omahaperformingarts.org 1209 Jackson St. 402-346-9746 hollywoodcandy.com 6011 S. 13th St. 402-444-5955 visitomaha.com/ listings/mount-vernon-gardens/60288 Learn more about and rent equipment needed for rock climbing, paddling, hiking, camping, skiing and biking. 6001 Dodge St. 402-554-2258 unomaha.edu/student-life/wellness/campus-recreation/ovc/index.php PepperJax Grill Museum of Shadows Hollywood Candy / Fairmont Mercantile Home2 Suites Voted “Most Haunted in the World,” The Museum of Shadows houses more than 3,000 haunted artifacts. Come feel the energy and read their cryptic stories. 1110 Douglas St. 402-885-7557 museumofshadows.com/index.html PepperJax Grill is home of America’s Best Philly. Menu items are grilled fresh just for you, right before your eyes! Multiple Locations 402-884-0430 pepperjaxgrill.com Pitch Pizzeria 17889 Chicago St. 402-289-9886 home2suites3.hilton.com N.P. Dodge Park 5021 Underwood Ave. 402-590-2625 pitchpizzeria.com Hyatt Place Omaha/ Downtown -Old Market Infusion Brewing Co. 540 S. 12th St. 402-513-5500 hyatt.com Infusion Brewing is located in the former home of Olson’s Market in the heart of Benson, a historic neighborhood. 6115 Maple St. 402-916-9998 infusionbrewing.com Next to the Missouri River, N.P Dodge Park offers camping facilities, playground equipment, boat ramps and picnic shelters. 11001 John J. Pershing Dr. 402-444-5955 parks.cityofomaha.org Ponderosa Cyclery + Tour Neale Woods 600 acres of forest and hilltop prairies along the Missouri River and 9 miles of walking trails. Birding, scenery and seasonal butterfly garden. 14323 Edith Marie Ave. 402-731-3140 fontenelleforest.org Maybe you want a tune-up or a new bike; maybe you just want to chat about taking an overnight getaway somewhere new. They like to share the excitement. 3901 Leavenworth St. 402-614-1392 ponderosacyclery.com Prairie In Bloom 1702 Cuming St. 402-502-5265 prairieinbloom.com Prairie View Lake and Recreation Area 180th and H St. 402-444-6222 papionrd.org Johnny Goodman Golf Course Joslyn Art Museum Joslyn Castle Nebraska Cards and Gifts 6111 S. 99th St. 402-444-4656 golfingnebraska.com 2200 Dodge St. 402-342-3300 joslyn.org Built in 1903, this 35-room castle is on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours throughout the week. 3902 Davenport St. 402-595-2199 joslyncastle.com Handmade Nebraska greeting cards and prints. Visit them online. nebraskacardsgifts.com 4907 Chicago St. #10 402-661-9093 nebraskacardsgifts.com Quality Inn and Suites Nebraska Tour Company A local business offering unique history tours and food tours. Great sightseeing in Omaha with tour guides! Various Locations 402-881-3548 nebraskatourcompany.com A pet-friendly hotel, minutes from several Nebraska destinations. Offering many amenities including an indoor pool, fitness center and cable TV. 9505 S. 142nd St. 402-764-9006 choicehotels.com Ragazzi’s Pizza KANEKO 68 1111 Jones St. 402-341-3800 thekaneko.org Find out more at VisitNebraska.com New Victorian Inn and Suites 10728 L St. 402-593-2380 newvictorianinn.com Thin-crust pizza with a sweet homemade sauce topped with smoked provolone. Plus, great salads, sandwiches, pasta and an assortment of appetizers. 15475 Ruggles St. 402-359-1682 ragazzi-pizza.com
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