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Things to do in Omaha: 2 local trip ideas

2 ready-made day trips in Omaha, Nebraska: family and foodie. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

Family trip

Family Fun in Omaha

5 stops · about 8 hr 45 min of stops · ~$274 per person

Enjoy a seamlessly routed family day in Omaha starting with a hearty downtown breakfast, a world-class zoo excursion, and an interactive afternoon at the museum, followed by a local-favorite dinner and old-fashioned ice cream.

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    Lula B's Breakfast, Brunch, and Bar

    902 Dodge St #101, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
    Lula B's Breakfast, Brunch, and Bar, Omaha

    Arrive early at this cheerful downtown spot for fluffy pancakes and family-friendly breakfast classics.

    ★ 4.1 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$50 per person · Directions
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    Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

    3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68107, USA
    Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, Omaha

    Explore the world's largest indoor desert and a massive indoor rainforest; kids will love the Lozier Aquarium.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 4 hr · ~$110 per person · Directions
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    The Durham Museum

    801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108, USA
    The Durham Museum, Omaha

    Climb aboard historic 1940s train cars inside a spectacular Art Deco former Union Station.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$44 per person · Directions
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    Block 16

    1611 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68106, USA
    Block 16, Omaha

    Enjoy incredible farm-to-table street food, famous burgers, and mouthwatering fries in a casual setting.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$45 per person · Directions
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    Ted & Wally's Ultra-Premium Ice Cream

    1120 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
    Ted & Wally's Ultra-Premium Ice Cream, Omaha

    Cap off the day with old-fashioned, slow-churned ice cream made with 20% butterfat in the historic Old Market.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 45 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
Foodie trip

A Foodie's Tour from Dundee to Omaha

5 stops · about 6 hr 15 min of stops · ~$103 per person

Spend a flavorful day eating your way through Midtown and the historic Old Market, starting with farm-to-table breakfast pastries, moving through award-winning street food and market stalls, and ending with classic French bistro fare.

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    Lola's Cafe

    4952 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68132, USA
    Lola's Cafe, Omaha

    Try their incredible house-baked sourdough toast or seasonal pastries made with wild yeast ferments.

    ★ 4.3 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$20 per person · Directions
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    Block 16

    1611 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68106, USA
    Block 16, Omaha

    Order the famous Croque Garcon burger, named by Alton Brown as his favorite hamburger in the country.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Old Market Farmers Market

    519 S 11th St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
    Old Market Farmers Market, Omaha

    Stroll the brick streets to sample local artisan cheeses, fresh pastries, and regional produce.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    Ted & Wally's Ultra-Premium Ice Cream

    1120 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
    Ted & Wally's Ultra-Premium Ice Cream, Omaha

    Grab a scoop of their ultra-premium, 18% butterfat ice cream made from scratch in rotating, creative flavors.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 30 min · ~$8 per person · Directions
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    Le Bouillon

    1017 Howard St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
    Le Bouillon, Omaha

    Indulge in French comfort food and fresh oysters paired with an excellent selection of natural wines.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$50 per person · Directions

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