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15 Exciting Road Trips from Omaha

June 3, 2021

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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

>> Looking to stay closer to home? Find many exciting Day Trip Ideas from Omaha here and 11 Fun Places to Rent Cabins near Omaha here!

 

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Exciting Road Trips from Omaha

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NEBRASKA

Grand Island, NE

(Approx. 2.5 hours from Omaha)

The entrance sign to Grand Island

  • 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)

A flock of cranes flying in the sky

  • The Sandhill Crane Migration is an amazing site every Spring!

 

Nebraska City, NE

(Approx. 1 hour from Omaha)

The outside of the wood-sided building at Arbor Day Farm

  • 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)

A close up of a fossil bed at Ashfall Fossil Beds

  • 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)

The waterpark and bucket at Adventureland

  • Adventureland Park

 

Okoboji, IA

(Approx. 3:00 from Omaha)

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  • Live the lake life while visiting Okoboji with kids!

 

Storm Lake, IA

(Approx. 2:15 from Omaha)

The indoor waterpark and pool at King\'s Point Indoor Waterpark

  • 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)

Waterslides and snack shop at Lost Island Waterpark

  • 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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  • 5 Free Things to Do at Crown Center and Union Station, Kansas City

 

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  • Free Things to Do in Kansas City at Christmas

 

A roller coaster with a sunset in the background at Worlds of Fun

  • Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun

 

A waterslide at Oceans of Fun

  • 5 Reasons to Love Oceans of Fun

 

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  • Visiting Worlds of Fun with Kids

 

A large decorated Christmas Tree with a Winter Fest Sign at Worlds of Fun

  • Amazing WinterFest Holiday Experience at Worlds of Fun

 

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  • 6 Tips for First Time Visitors to Great Wolf Lodge

 

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  • 7 Ways to Save at Great Wolf Lodge

 

LONGER WEEKEND TRIPS FROM OMAHA

COLORADO

Colorado Springs, CO

(Approx. 8.5 hours from Omaha)

A stone formation with mountains in the background at Colorado Springs

  • Visiting Colorado Springs with Kids

 

MINNESOTA

Minneapolis / St. Paul

A sculptural Minnesota Welcomes You Sign

  • Visiting the Twin Cities with Kids

 

Glass building with a sign that says Mall of America

  • Fun at Mall of America and Nickelodeon Universe

 

MISSOURI

St. Louis

The Saint Lewis Arch in the evening

  • 8 of the Best Places to Visit in St. Louis with Kids

 

Side of the St Louis Arch with the Drury Plaza Hotel

  • Where to Stay in St. Louis with Kids

 

 

Have fun!

 

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