i am a home-grown nebraska resident. yes we exist, and no it’s not JUST cornfields and the boonies everywhere.
personally, i get homesick whenever i’m somewhere else for long enough. there are pockets of peace, and pockets of action, so there is cer...
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nature
food
activities
nature
new place downtown. you can take your kids here to play on the sets, roller skate on the convertible ice rink (depending on season, or take a walk at night and experience the soft ambience
The RiverFront
i have personally walked this path many times, and the nature will bring you to peace with ease.
Zorinsky Lake Park
a great state park for nature, and it even has a small waterpark. clear your mind while walking the trail, or just dip your toes in the water
Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
this is my pick for nature in papillion
Facilities • Walnut Creek Recreation Area
food
this is my personal favorite mexican restaurant that hits the spot every single time. i constantly crave this place. there’s also a location in papillion.
Lina's Mexican Restaurant | Omaha, NE 68117 | Menu | Order Online
welcome to the best burger in omaha. an absolute must go if you want to experience the best beef in the midwest
Stella's Bar & Grill
this is my go to for kbbq. i go many times a year
KoreaGarden: Home
best burger in lincoln. you have to stop here if you’re in town
what is a nebraska list without RUNZA, our holy place! (personally i dont even like the runzas, i just get a double cheeseburger) and the BEST ranch you will ever have
Runza
this is the best ice cream i have ever had. they make it in the store
Ivanna Cone
activities
a top zoo in the usa is surprisingly in this state
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
in case you’re looking for an escape room to try with friends, the house of conundrum has multiple rooms, each with their own unique quirks
House of Conundrum | Omaha Escape Room
this is probably the best waterpark you’ll find in omaha. i have a lot of childhood memories here
Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides
the best outdoor mall here if that’s your thing
Nebraska Crossing
anybody from anywhere NEEDS to experience a husker football game at home. this stadium is HUGE and electric with every single person a diehard husker fan
Memorial Stadium
dont know what to do in lincoln? go to the historic haymarket and there will be something for you on this brick road
Historic Haymarket
if you’re into baseball, this is where the world series games are held
Charles Schwab Field Omaha
you cant talk about omaha without mentioning the old market. shop, eat, and enjoy the brick roads of downtown
