Free & Cheap Things to Do with Kids

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Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides

Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides

Amusement park with games & water rides. Family-friendly destination featuring a roller coaster, water rides, mini-golf, an arcade & more.

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Boulder Creek Amusement Park

Boulder Creek Amusement Park

Mini-golf & other diversions. Seasonal spot boasting miniature golf on 2 courses, plus batting cages, rock climbing & a snack bar.

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Fontenelle Forest

Fontenelle Forest

Museum, raptor center & playground. Natural area's hub with a museum, raptor rehabilitation, kids’ classes & indoor playground.

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Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

Indoor trampoline activity center. Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

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Lied Jungle

Lied Jungle

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Desert Dome

Desert Dome

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Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Animal exhibits plus a giant desert dome. Domed indoor habitats, including desert & rainforest ecosystems, plus open-air animal exhibits.

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Stingray Beach

Stingray Beach

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Gifford Farm

Gifford Farm

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Joslyn Castle & Gardens

Joslyn Castle & Gardens

Early 1900s castle & grounds, with tours. Scottish-inspired castle & gardens dating to 1903, with guided tours offered several times a month.

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Lauritzen Gardens

Lauritzen Gardens

Seasonal botanical & flower displays. 100-acre botanical gardens offering exhibits that change with the seasons, plus a cafe & gift shop.

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Omaha Children's Museum

Omaha Children's Museum

Exhibits where kids can play & learn. Playful exhibits & activities encouraging youth to learn about the world through imagination.

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OPPD Arboretum

OPPD Arboretum

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The Durham Museum

The Durham Museum

History exhibits in a 1931 train station. Art deco train station from 1931 featuring displays on Omaha history as well as traveling exhibits.

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Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront

Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront

Pedestrian mall with lagoon & gardens. A 10-acre park for strolling, with paths, gardens, a playground, lagoon, waterfall & amphitheater.

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Pioneer Courage Park

Pioneer Courage Park

Sculpture park with large pioneer statue. Urban park with a 40-ft. bronze & stainless steel sculpture dedicated to the pioneers.

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Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront

Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront

Public space with fountains & boat rides. Urban oasis highlighting a man-made lake with boat rides, plus fountains with an evening light show.

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Lewis & Clark Landing at The RiverFront

Lewis & Clark Landing at The RiverFront

Sprawling riverside space with exhibits. Large riverfront plaza featuring Lewis & Clark exhibits plus a trail & marina.

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Kiewit Luminarium

Kiewit Luminarium

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Heron Haven Nature Center

Heron Haven Nature Center

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Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge.

Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge.

Modern bridge connecting Nebraska & Iowa. Open to pedestrians & cyclists, this modern bridge crosses the Missouri River & connects 2 states.

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Fort Omaha

Fort Omaha

Historic site of a former military post. Landmark military facility featuring preserved 19th-century structures, including a house museum.

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General Crook House Museum

General Crook House Museum

Period pieces in a 19th century home. House museum, once owned by Civil War hero General Crook, offering insights into 19th century life.

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Bayliss Park

Bayliss Park

Park & plaza with fountain displays. Park & plaza with a center fountain with light & water displays, plus a performance space & gardens.

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Schramm Education Center & Schramm Park State Recreation Area

Schramm Education Center & Schramm Park State Recreation Area

Education venue for local water life. Education center & aquarium showcasing regional natural habitats with fish, reptiles & amphibians.

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Elkhorn Crossing Recreation Area

Elkhorn Crossing Recreation Area

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Sidner Ice Arena

Sidner Ice Arena

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Fremont Family YMCA

Fremont Family YMCA

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Ruff House Family Entertainment Center

Ruff House Family Entertainment Center

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Dugout Bar

Dugout Bar

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Baker's

Baker's

Supermarket with traditional groceries. Supermarket chain offering standard departments such as meat, dairy, bakery & deli.

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30 Bowl

30 Bowl

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John C. Fremont City Park

John C. Fremont City Park

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Louis E. May Museum

Louis E. May Museum

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Lincoln Children's Museum

Lincoln Children's Museum

Interactive exhibits & programs for kids. Hands-on, 3-level learning museum offering interactive exhibits, educational activities & day camps.

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