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Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - Omaha, NE Places To See
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - Omaha, NE Places To See
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - Omaha, NE Places To See
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OMAHA'S HENRY DOORLY ZOO AND AQUARIUM

(5.0 Score)
3701 South 10th Street,
Omaha, NE 68107 Directions

Since 1894

Specialty:

✓ Conservation ✓ Outdoor Activities ✓ Stroller and Wheelchair ✓ Day Camps ✓ Hotels and Lodging ✓ Group Rates ✓ Classes ✓ Aquariums ✓ Weddings ✓ Birthday Parties ✓ Backstage Experiences ✓ Facility Rentals ✓ Educator's Corner ✓ Nature and Parks ✓ Rides and Attractions ✓ Dining ✓ Virtual Field Trips ✓ Educator's Corners

“Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium aims to inspire, educate, and engage people to serve as lifelong stewards for animals, their habitats, and their conservation. The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is also a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The zoo offers over 9,000 children annually participating in educational programs, including full-time high school, kindergarten, and after-school programs. The zoo has a splash area with a budget of $14 million featuring more than 75 bronze animal sculptures native to the Alaskan coastline, open to the public. Visit the world's largest indoor desert and nocturnal displays, along with one of the largest indoor rainforests in North America. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium offers free admission for children ages 2 and under and free parking for guests.”

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GENERAL ADMISSION:
Adults (ages 12 and over): $26.95
Children (ages 3–11): $19.95
Seniors (65 and over): $24.25
Military Adult (12 and over): $24.95
Military Child (ages 3–11): $17.95

Contact:

(402) 733-8400 (402) 733-8401

Mon-Sun: 9am - 5pm

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Lauritzen Gardens - Omaha, NE Places To See
Lauritzen Gardens - Omaha, NE Places To See
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LAURITZEN GARDENS

(4.9 Score)
100 Bancroft Street,
Omaha, NE 68108 Directions

Since 1891

Specialty:

✓ Adults and Groups Programs ✓ Sunflower Forest Project ✓ Conservation ✓ Daytime Indoor ✓ Children and Families ✓ Antique Show ✓ Exhibits ✓ Gardens ✓ Group Tours ✓ Gift Shop ✓ Evening and Outdoor Garden Rental ✓ Educational

“Lauritzen Gardens showcases the splendor of the changing seasons through a diverse array of plants. The garden is a 100-acre living museum with a unique set of four-season plants. The garden includes a 5,000-square-foot floral show space, café, gift shop, and horticulture library, which are part of the visitor and education center. Lauritzen Gardens presents an exciting and engaging atmosphere for children in a 100-acre outdoor classroom to explore science, nature, and art. The garden covers various subjects, ranging from floral design to painting, health practices, and learning about plants. The indoor exhibit features 20 life-sized installations located throughout the greenhouse. The garden also features a parking area and arrival garden with annual and perennial flowers. You can enjoy activities that entertain and teach you, relax, and get back to nature. Free admission for non-member children ages 2 and under.”

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ADMISSION:
Senior (Ages 65+): $13
Adult Ages 13-64 : $15
Children Ages 3 to 12: $9
Active Military (Ages 13-64): $13
Military Child (Ages 3-12): $7

Contact:

(402) 346-4002

Mon-Sun: 9am - 5pm

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Omaha Children's Museum - Omaha, NE Places To See
Omaha Children's Museum - Omaha, NE Places To See
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OMAHA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

(4.8 Score)
500 South 20th Street,
Omaha, NE 68102 Directions

Since 1976

Specialty:

✓ Museums ✓ Exhibitions ✓ Programs ✓ Permanent Exhibits ✓ Special Exhibits ✓ Special Events ✓ Art Smart Centre ✓ Programming Groups ✓ Camps ✓ Exhibit Rentals ✓ Outreach ✓ Field Trips ✓ Education ✓ Birthday Parties ✓ Visitor Services ✓ Special Needs ✓ Museum Store ✓ Facility Rentals ✓ Corporate Events ✓ Fundraising Events

“Omaha Children's Museum is the primary participatory museum for children and families. The museum was founded in 1976 by Karen Levin, Betty Hiller, Jane Ford Hawthorne, and a group of local educators. The museum began as a traveling group of exhibits and activities, but now it spans a 60,000-square-feet space in Downtown Omaha. Omaha Children's Museum provides various hands-on exhibits, workshops, programs, and special events that set children in touch with their ever-changing world. The museum employs imagination through permanent exhibits and traveling exhibits. Omaha Children's Museum aims to engage the imagination and create excitement about learning. The museum ensures that all children of its community see themselves through interactions with the museum. The museum offers programs, summer camps, special events, and birthday parties. Here, event rental space is also available. Admission is free for members and children under 24 months old.”

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License 0398578

Price:

Adults 16-59: $17
Kids 2-15: $17
Seniors 60+: $16

Contact:

(402) 342-6164

Tue-Fri: 9am - 4pm
Sat & Sun: 9am - 5pm
Mon: Closed

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OMAHA'S HENRY DOORLY ZOO AND AQUARIUM REVIEWS

Just went this morning with my mother and daughter, not knowing what to expect after the mini blizzard yesterday. We had scheduled a golf cart tour of the zoo and still wanted to get it in before my daughter and I fly back to Florida tomorrow. Our guide, Laura, was absolutely amazing. She was nice enough to provide blankets for the subzero temperatures at the start of the tour and her knowledge of everything at the zoo was impeccable, right down to the Big A** brand ceiling fans in the elephant/giraffe houses. Very patient with my teenaged 5.5 year old. Thank you so much for that! The Desert Dome, Aquarium, and ButterFly houses were great and very interactive for the kiddo, allowing her to leave happy even though there wasn’t much in the way of outside exhibits because of yesterday’s weather (the sea lions and seals put on an impromptu show, though!).

This is the best over all zoo we have ever been to! It has so many different animals and the kids splash park is incredible! The food prices are honestly reasonable and the food is pretty good as well. So much stuff for the kids to do they get excited every time we go. We usually go 4-6 times a year and it’s always the same excitement and tired kids T the end of the trip! One time we were there and ran into a gentlemen taking photos he mentioned that he takes photos for a living and had been to pretty much every zoo in the US and he said the Omaha zoo was far and away the best zoo he’s ever been too.

Amazing place: their swamp, jungle and aquarium are fantastic. We visited during spring break, so a lot of animals were inside, but you can see elephants, giraffes and gorillas inside. You can easily spent 5 hours here. Bring snacks, definitely bring stroller / wagon.

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LAURITZEN GARDENS REVIEWS

I've been to Lauritzen Gardens a few times this past summer and early fall. I really enjoy walking here. There are several different gardens to walk, a paved tram trail, a separate walking trail, and a nature trail that's presently closed. Additionally there is a conservatory that will be reopening in November 2024. There is an entrance fee or a membership option. I loved being in the Rose garden on a late Summer day. The smell of Rose completely filled the air. Especially the English Rose. The Japanese garden is a serene spot to sit and take in the views. Along the back greenhouse, there's a pollinator trail filled with plants that attract pollinators. It's amazing to see them all busy at work in the warm weather. There's some neat artwork/sculptures throughout the gardens and hidden little spots to enjoy. If you've never been, like to walk, or enjoy nature I recommend going wholeheartedly.

There are beautiful indoor and outdoor gardens with a lot paved or easy to walk or roll on pathways. They also have a tram outside to use to get to the further away gardens and buildings away from the main building. There are a couple of hiking trails that are not handicapped accessible or good for strollers. The gardens also have multiple educational rooms and buildings for people of all ages. They are also constructing an outdoor playground. There is also a café and gift shop.

Even in the cold winter, this botanical garden shines with its Christmas time displays. So many poinsettias, you would think there are no more poinsettias anywhere in the world left! Bravo to the entire staff and volunteers to offer such a festive and jawdropping illustration of the Christmas and winter season. Oh, and definitely do not miss the gift shop during your visit! Get all of your Christmas shopping done here and also buy some keepsake ornaments.

OMAHA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM REVIEWS

We have really enjoyed our time at the Omaha Children’s museum. It has been fun watching our son with each visit as he changes and grows and is able to explore something new each time. Some of our favorite parts of the museum include the grocery store, the tractor, and the ball area. We can tell Omaha is starting to outgrow this location, so we are really excited for the new location coming soon! It would be nice if the train had more room other than a small fenced in area and more activities upstairs would be amazing.

We were visiting family nearby and went here over Thanksgiving. There is so much to do here and my son had a blast with his cousins. There is a lot to do here and we also enjoyed the santa show! We were here for almost 3 hours and still didn't see all the exhibits so we will definitely return in the future.

Such a fun way to spend our day! My 7 year old played for 3 hours and absolutely loved it! Very clean and the staff were very friendly! We went first thing in the morning so it wasn’t too busy. Will definitely be back.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

OMAHA'S HENRY DOORLY ZOO AND AQUARIUM Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Accuracy of 39.7K: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Appointment: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LAURITZEN GARDENS Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Reviews Accuracy of 8.1K: 8
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Appointment: 10
Pricing: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

OMAHA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Reviews Accuracy of 7.7K: 8
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Website Source: 10