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Old Market Afternoon Stroll

Start your afternoon in the historic district with coffee and a sweet treat before heading to the river.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 13:00

    13th Street Coffee Company

    Pick up a coffee and a sandwich at 13th Street Coffee Company. The space is relaxed and offers free wi-fi, making it a perfect quiet start to the afternoon.

  2. 13:20

    Ted & Wally's

    Walk over to Ted & Wally's for homemade old-fashioned ice cream. It is widely voted the best in Omaha and offers vegan options if you prefer.

  3. 13:40

    Lewis & Clark Landing

    Stroll down to Lewis & Clark Landing. This 23-acre park sits along the high river walls and offers a peaceful view of the Missouri River.

  4. 14:30

    Heartland of America Park

    End your walk at Heartland of America Park. The riverfront park features two fountains, and the Heartland of America fountain is known for its colorful nighttime water show, which you can catch as the evening approaches.

Local tip

The walk between the Old Market shops and the riverfront is short and flat. If you want to extend your stay, the Old Market area has many other restaurants and upscale shops to explore.

Check before you go

  • 13th Street Coffee Company is open until 23:00 on weekdays and 24:00 on Fridays.
  • Ted & Wally's is open until 22:00 on weekdays and Sundays, and until 23:00 on weekends.
  • Lewis & Clark Landing and Heartland of America Park are public spaces with no specific opening hours listed.

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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