Trip to Omaha
Top 5 things to do on a Omaha trip
- Visit the Joslyn Art Museum
- See the Henry Doorly Zoo
- Talk a walk through the Old Market
- Check out the Heartland of America Park
- Go for a brewery tour
If you’ve never been to Omaha, you owe yourself a proper adventure of exploring the history and culture it provides.
Offering historic neighborhoods, outdoorsy excursions, and museums, there is plenty to explore in Omaha.
In addition, numerous tours can help you navigate Omaha and there are plenty of attractions, such as the Old Market, the Joslyn Art Museum, and amazing breweries and restaurants.
Throughout Omaha you’ll be able to marvel at its historic architecture, shop and dine downtown, visit museums, and much more.
We’ll try to help simplify your Omaha trip by providing some our favorite hotels, shops, and restaurants listed below!
Transportation options in Omaha
Our bus to Omaha takes you to the Crossroads Mall - N 72nd St. between Dodge St and Cass St.
A few of our most popular routes in Omaha include:
Upon your arrival, getting around on your Omaha trip will be a breeze. Besides downtown being easily walk-able, there are many transportation options.
Take advantage of Omaha's buses via the Metro Area Transit.
Alternatively, taxis and ride shares are readily available as well.
Learn more about Megabus' top bus routes.
Best places to stay in Omaha
After your long exhaustive day of sight-seeing, you’re going to need a place to crash. Omaha is widely known for its amenities and extensive hotel accommodations.
There are plenty of hotels to choose from, making a Omaha trip accessible for any traveler.
The most lavish hotels in Omaha would be the Hilton Omaha or the Embassy Suites, putting you in a central location to many of the city’s sights.
Alternatively, many hotels such as Days Inn, Comfort Inn, or other rentals are available at a lower cost and offer plenty of travel options for your trip to Omaha.
Nightlife in Omaha
Omaha is continually expanding due to more and more employers taking interest in the city. Therefore. you'll find a boom in Omaha's arts, music, and nightlife.
Omaha is known for its incredible music scene whether it be jazz, blues, or folk, and more. You'll see that a ton of bars and cafes in the area often offer live music with and without a cover.
There are several breweries downtown to check out such as Lucky Bucket or Brickway.
As far as restaurants, there are way too many to name. Some favorites would be Plank Seafood Provisions or Kitchen Table.
Where to shop on your Omaha trip
Whether you’re seeking retail therapy or the perfect souvenir, Omaha will be sure to meet your needs.
There will be no shortage of shopping options while you’re in the limits of Omaha.
In the downtown Old Market, you'll find a ton of cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops to choose from. No trip is complete without taking a walk through the Passageway.
Village Point is a relatively new open shopping area offering a variety of shops.
In addition, you'll find your share of retail therapy in the Westroads Mall or Oakview Mall.
Best free things to do in Omaha
- Joslyn Art Museum
- Mormon Trail Center
- Gene Leahy Mall
- Elmwood Park
- Heartland of America Park
Even the most frugal of travelers will find something to love on their Omaha trip.
Home to many lakes and parks, the outdoor attractions are of no cost to you.
Go for a walk through the Gene Leahy Mall or Elmwood Park to commune with nature or check out the famous Joslyn Art Museum.
You can even soak in the culture on your trip to Omaha by walking through downtown Old Market, where it often will be buzzing with activity.
Benefits of taking a bus trip to Omaha
- reserved seating
- fares starting at just $1*
When booking a Omaha trip, you’re looking for the lowest costs, trip flexibility, and the best means to arrive comfortably and safely.
Look no further, because Megabus offers the easiest and most affordable options for traveling to Omaha, with fares as low as $1*.
With the money you save on bus tickets to Omaha, you’ll be left with more to spend on your upcoming Omaha trip.
Megabus serves more than 100 cities and university campuses across North America, allowing you to choose the bus stop nearest to you and select your flexible schedule for your Omaha trip.
This will ensure that when you arrive, you can immediately begin exploring the beauty of Omaha.
On your Omaha trip, you’ll be offered the highest level of comfort and safety as well as amenities such as onboard restrooms, individual power outlets, three-point seatbelts, and reclining seats.
So if you’re planning on taking a Omaha trip, book your ticket with us today to reserve your seat and see our first-class amenities firsthand.