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1. Joslyn Art Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Joslyn Art Museum
© Joslyn Art Museum

2. Old Market ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Shopping
Old Market
© Old Market

3. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Category: Kids & Family
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
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4. The Durham Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
The Durham Museum
© The Durham Museum

5. Lauritzen Gardens

Category: Activities
Lauritzen Gardens
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6. Omaha Children's Museum

Category: Kids & Family
Omaha Children's Museum
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7. The OPPD Arboretum

Category: Activities
The OPPD Arboretum
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8. Fun-Plex Water Park and Rides

Category: Kids & Family
Fun-Plex Water Park and Rides
© Fun-Plex Water Park and Rides

9. Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts

Category: Attractions
Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts
© Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts

10. Brother Sebastian’s Steakhouse and Winery

Category: Food & Drink
Brother Sebastian’s Steakhouse and Winery
© Brother Sebastian’s Steakhouse and Winery

11. Upstream Brewing Company

Category: Food & Drink
Upstream Brewing Company
© Upstream Brewing Company

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Cruise down the river in a riverboat, sip a coffee, explore the Joslyn Art Museum which houses works of art from around the world, stroll through the Old Market area, visit the zoo and aquarium, view unique exhibits at the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, and learn about Omaha’s history at the Durham Museum. The beautiful and romantic Lauritzen Gardens are not to be missed and you can catch an outdoor performance here during the warmer season.

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