South Central Omaha Travel Guide
Omaha
Visit South Central Omaha
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Baxter Arena
Catch an event at Baxter Arena during your trip to Omaha. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Ralston Arena
Catch an event at Ralston Arena during your trip to Omaha. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Bergan Mercy
If Bergan Mercy is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Omaha.
Johnny Goodman Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Omaha at Johnny Goodman Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in South Central Omaha
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
Staff and facilities were top notch!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Omaha Central
Easy parking
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area
The room was cozy, staff was phenomenal. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Tru By Hilton Omaha I-80 at 72nd Street, NE
The front desk assistant Daniel was friendly professional and very helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn SW Omaha I-80
Yes; room was spotless. And in good repair. Bed was comfortable. Check-in was flawless. And they took me a bit earlier than 3 pm.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Aloft Omaha Aksarben Village
Staff was great throughout our stay. Loved the functionality of the room.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Central Omaha
Ralston
Visitors to Ralston like its restaurants and zoo, and Ralston Arena is a sight worth a stop.
Aksarben - Elmwood Park
While there might not be top attractions in Aksarben - Elmwood Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Baxter Arena and Memorial Park.
Central Omaha
Travellers come to Central Omaha for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Omaha Community Playhouse and Westroads Mall while you're in town.
Dundee-Happy Hollow Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dundee-Happy Hollow Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Memorial Park and Joselyn Castle.
South Omaha
South Omaha is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Fun-Plex.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Joselyn Castle and Shelterbelt Theatre.
