Heartland of America Park

Runs along the riverfront and has two fountains. The Heartland of America fountain shoots water into the air and has a colorful nighttime show. There are also boat rides for a quarter per person.

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Spencer's for Steaks and Chops
Aged, hand cut and seared meats. Featuring USDA prime beef from Stockyards Beef of Chicago, Spencer’s restaurant offers sizzling hot porterhouses, juicy filet mignon and the bone-in ribeye for which Spencer’s is named. Validated parking in the Hilton Garden Inn Garage. Reservations preferred.
Sun-Thu 5-9PM, Fri Sat 5-10PM, bar opens at 4PM
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V. Mertz
An intimate and romantic ambiance residing in the Old Market. The menu, which changes weekly, is continental but also offers some innovative culinary creations from a range of cuisine types. Great for special dinners. Famous clientele have included Bono of U2, Warren Buffet, and Bruce Springsteen. Reservations only.
Tue-Sun 5:30-9PM, Mon closed
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The RiverFront
Urban park and greenspace stretching from 13th Street to the Missouri River, between Douglas and Farnam Streets. Completed in 2023, it replaced the Gene Leahy Mall and Heartland of America Park. Includes a concert/ performing arts stage, roller skate rink, and an observation deck with views of Iowa and the Missouri River. The park hosts concerts and plays in the warmer months and allows pedestrians easy access to the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Lewis and Clark Landing to the north.
Free
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Old Market
Has many restaurants and upscale shopping.