Southeast Omaha Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lauritzen Gardens
Wander through the diverse woodland areas, admire the charming waterfall and inspect the model railway system in this botanical park.
Omaha Children's Museum
Bring the little ones to this exciting museum to role play as doctors, make art with light and run through a fountain.
The Durham Museum
Examine old railway carriages, inspect a coin collection and learn about the region’s indigenous history in this former train station.
Joslyn Art Museum
Make your way through the sculpture-laden pathways of the picturesque gardens and inspect works of art from across the ages.
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.
Top hotels in Southeast Omaha
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Downtown - Old Market by IHG
Very clean room & friendly staff.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Omaha NE
Solid place to stay for the price. No complaints.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Magnolia Hotel Omaha
Very nice and convenient
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hotel Deco
The lady working the front desk around 6 PM on May 6th should not be working in hospitality or any customer-facing role. It was one of the worst customer service experiences I’ve had. What was even more concerning is that another employee there, who I believe was security, implied this is a common ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
Nice large room, clean and well furnished. Of course the warm cookies upon check-in are my husband's favorite. We dined at the onsite restaurant, very nice.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Holiday Inn Omaha Downtown - Waterpark by IHG
PLese stay away.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Omaha
Dahlman
While Dahlman may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum.
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.
Downtown Northeast
While visiting Downtown Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Joslyn Art Museum and Back-to-the River Trail.
Downtown Omaha
Downtown Omaha is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Holland Performing Arts Center and CHI Health Center Omaha, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Omaha.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
NoDo District
The ample dining options and great 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.
