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A Quiet Afternoon in Benson

Escape the midday rush with a gentle walk through Omaha’s green spaces and a classic local drink.

Best time: noneAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 13:00

    Benson Park

    Start your walk at Benson Park. The 217-acre grounds offer a peaceful introduction to the neighborhood, with a lake and picnic areas perfect for a slow start.

  2. 13:25

    Grace Young Park

    Walk 19 minutes southeast to Grace Young Park. It is a small, quiet spot just off the main path, ideal for a brief pause without the crowds.

  3. 13:40

    The Homy Inn

    Head 5 minutes northeast to The Homy Inn. Order a champagne on tap in this cozy bar decorated with vintage memorabilia. The relaxed atmosphere is perfect for a mid-afternoon break.

  4. 14:10

    Metcalfe Park

    End your route at Metcalfe Park. Walk 5 minutes from the bar to complete a lap around the perimeter sidewalk. It is a small park, but the walk offers a nice, contained finish to your outing.

Local tip

The Homy Inn opens at 13:00, so arriving at Benson Park at 13:00 ensures you can hit the bar right when it opens without waiting.

Check before you go

  • The Homy Inn is open daily from 13:00 to 02:00.
  • Parks are open during daylight hours.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Omaha (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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