Things To Do

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium

Ranked both the best and biggest in the world.. SERIOUSLY. Even if you're not a zoo person, we highly recommend you give it a try, even Jack was thoroughly surprised! Make sure you check out our famous Desert Dome, Kingdom of the Night, and Aquarium exhibits!

Blackstone District

The Kimpton Cottonwood (reception venue) is located in the revitalized Blackstone District. Here you can easily walk and check out stylish restaurants, cafes and bars along Farnam Street, or take one of the bike cruisers to explore nearby museums and parks. We suggest a bar crawl through Blackstone between the ceremony and reception to get the party started (see schedule tab for bar recs)! Here are some of Alexa's recommendations: Start your day at Archetype Coffee Breakfast at Early Bird Lunch/Dinner at Noli's (Pizza) or Mula (Mexican) Ice cream at Coneflower Creamery Cap off your night at Scriptown, Sullivans, or Blackstone Social

Joslyn Art Museum

Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront

If you're looking for a free attraction and a great way to get in a walk and enjoy the weather, look no further than the iconic staple of Omaha, the Gene Leahy Mall! Again, a short uber/drive from the recommended hotels. It includes a performance pavilion for live music, a sculpture garden, a state-of-the-art playground and a modern dog park.

The Old Market

A short drive/uber to downtown Omaha will bring you to another staple of the city, the Old Market. Tons of shops, bars, restaurants, and even some horse-drawn carriages line the cobblestone streets and would make for a great place to kill some time. Here are some of Alexa's recommendations: Lunch/Dinner at Jam's or Blue Sushi Sake Grill Ice cream at Ted & Wally's Walking through the Passageway Gallery to take some asthetic photos, shop, and admire art