Looking for a little getaway with your family?
Choose from a variety of Road Trip ideas that are not too far from Omaha. Explore a new destination, go on an adventure, and create new memories with your family!
Pictured: Yankton, South Dakota
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NEBRASKA
Grand Island, NE
(Approx. 2.5 hours from Omaha)
- Grand Island is great destination with kids with top attractions including the Stuhr Museum, Stolley Park, Mormon Island State Recreation Area, and the Island Oasis Water Park in Grand Island.
Kearney, NE
(Approx. 2:50 from Omaha)
- The Sandhill Crane Migration is an amazing site every Spring!
Nebraska City, NE
(Approx. 1 hour from Omaha)
- Nebraska City is known for its Fall AppleJack Festival, but offers a fun day trip or road trip throughout the year. Families will love exploring the Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure or a stay at the Lied Lodge.
- Venture over to Iowa to Waubonsie State Park for a beautiful view and great hiking.
Royal, NE
(Approx. 3 hours from Omaha)
- Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park is a fascinating Natural Landmark located right here in Nebraska!
- See complete skeletons of barrel-bodied rhinos, three-toed horses, llama-like camels, and sabre-tooth deer that were entombed in volcanic ash 12 million years ago. These skeletons are preserved for an amazing viewing and discovery experience!
IOWA
Altoona, IA
(Approx. 2:30 from Omaha)
Okoboji, IA
(Approx. 3:00 from Omaha)
- Live the lake life while visiting Okoboji with kids!
Storm Lake, IA
(Approx. 2:15 from Omaha)
- With a fun indoor and outdoor waterpark, King’s Pointe Waterpark Resort offers picturesque views right on Storm Lake.
Waterloo, IA
(Approx. 4 hours from Omaha)
- Lost Island Waterpark – named one of the best waterparks in the country!
- Where to Stay and What to Do Near Lost Island Waterpark
KANSAS/MISSOURI
Kansas City, KS and Kansas City, MO
(Approx. 3 hours from Omaha)
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COLORADO
Colorado Springs, CO
(Approx. 8.5 hours from Omaha)
MINNESOTA
Minneapolis / St. Paul
MISSOURI
St. Louis
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