Family Activities

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium

Website: https://www.omahazoo.com
Address: 3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68107
Phone: (402) 733‑8400 (info recording) or (402) 733‑8401 (Guest Services)
Hours: Hours vary by season. Typical daytime hours are around 9 am–5 pm; open year‑round except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Check the daily schedule before you go.
A world‑class zoo with indoor and outdoor habitats, from the Desert Dome to the rainforest and aquarium. It’s a full‑day adventure that’s easy to revisit throughout the year.

Omaha Children’s Museum

Website: https://ocm.org
Address: 500 S 20th St, Omaha, NE 68102
Phone: (402) 342‑6164
Hours: Tue–Fri 9 am–4 pm; Sat–Sun 9 am–5 pm; closed most Mondays except some school holidays.
Hands‑on exhibits, creative play zones, and rotating special exhibits keep kids learning while they burn off energy. Great for rainy or chilly days.

Lauritzen Gardens (Omaha’s Botanical Center)

Website: https://www.lauritzengardens.org
Address: 100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108
Phone: (402) 346‑4002
Hours: Hours vary by season; commonly 9 am–5 pm, with seasonal evening hours on some days. Check the Hours & Admission page.
Beautiful indoor and outdoor gardens, a model railroad garden in warm months, and Sofia’s Play Garden for kids. Peaceful paths and plenty of photo spots.

The Durham Museum

Website: https://durhammuseum.org
Address: 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108
Phone: (402) 444‑5071
Hours: Hours change seasonally; see Hours & Admission for current open days and times.
Set in Omaha’s historic Union Station, this museum blends regional history with national traveling exhibits. The restored art‑deco building alone is worth the visit.

Kiewit Luminarium

Website: https://kiewitluminarium.org
Address: 345 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE 68102
Phone: (402) 502‑3366
Hours: Generally 10 am–5 pm daily; hours may vary.
A modern science and discovery space on The RiverFront with interactive exhibits that invite you to tinker, test, and play. Kids and grown‑ups both get hooked.

The RiverFront: Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park, Lewis & Clark Landing

Website: https://theriverfrontomaha.com
Address: Downtown Omaha; Gene Leahy Mall is near 1302 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68102
Hours: Open daily 5 am–11 pm
Three connected parks with a huge playground, splash features, lawns, and frequent free events. Bring a picnic, let the kids climb, or catch a movie on the lawn.

Fontenelle Forest

Website: https://fontenelleforest.org
Address: 1111 Bellevue Blvd N, Bellevue, NE 68005
Phone: (402) 731‑3140
Hours: Typically 8 am–5 pm daily, with extended summer hours on select days.
Miles of trails through prairie and forest, plus the canopy‑level Raptor Woodland Refuge. A top pick for fresh air and easy nature time just minutes from Omaha.

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum

Website: https://www.sacmuseum.org
Address: 28210 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE 68003
Phone: (402) 944‑3100
Hours: Daily 9 am–5 pm
Aviation history comes alive under massive hangars filled with iconic aircraft and space exhibits. A great add‑on to a Mahoney State Park day trip.

The Amazing Pizza Machine

Website: https://amazingpizzamachine.com
Address: 13955 “S” Plaza, Omaha, NE 68137
Phone: (402) 829‑1777
Hours: Open seven days a week; hours vary and may change for special events. Check the Hours page before visiting.
All‑you‑can‑eat buffet paired with rides, arcade games, and go‑karts. It’s birthday‑party central and an easy win for mixed‑age groups.

Fun‑Plex Waterpark & Rides

Website: https://fun-plex.com
Address: 7003 Q St, Omaha, NE 68117
Phone: (402) 331‑8436
Hours: Seasonal; check Park Hours for open dates and daily times.
Nebraska’s largest waterpark, with slides, a lazy river, and classic rides. Plan for summer, arrive early, and snag a cabana if you want a home base.

Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park

Website: https://www.urbanair.com/nebraska-omaha/
Address: 15364 Weir St, Omaha, NE 68137
Phone: (402) 915‑0110
Hours: Mon–Thu 10 am–8 pm; Fri–Sat 10 am–11 pm; Sun 11 am–8 pm
Indoor adventure park with trampolines, ropes course, climbing walls, and birthday packages. A solid rainy‑day pick that still wears kids out.

Omaha Public Library — Downtown Branch

Website: https://omahalibrary.org/locations/od/
Address: 1401 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68102
Phone: (402) 444‑4828
Hours: Mon–Thu 9 am–8 pm; Fri–Sat 9 am–5 pm; Sun 1 pm–5 pm
Storytimes, craft kits, and a calendar full of free family programs. Grab a library card and make it a weekly stop.

Zorinsky Lake Park

Website: https://www.visitomaha.com/listings/zorinsky-lake-park/63952/
Address: 156th & F St, Omaha, NE 68135
Phone: (402) 444‑5900
Hours: Typically dawn to late evening; city parks often follow a 5 am–11 pm window. Check posted signs at the park.
A west‑Omaha favorite for trails, fishing piers, playgrounds, and open space for biking and picnics. A new accessible playground makes it even more family-friendly.