Omaha is the largest city in Nebraska, and as such is a major center of the tourist activity in the state. The “Gateway to the West” as it is often called, is situated along the Missouri River. One of its attractions is the Henry Doorly Zoo.
Quite a few famous Americans were born in Omaha, including Malcolm X, Fred Astaire, Henry Fonda, Marlon Brando, and even Gerald Ford, the 38th President of the United States. The public can even visit his birth site.
Those visiting Omaha will find a great variety of different things to see and do. The city offers zoos, museums, and much more. Both adults and children will have a great time while in Omaha. Here are two of the most popular places to visit while in Omaha.
The Henry Doorly Zoo
This is one of the most popular attractions in the city. Both vacationers and those who call Omaha their home are drawn to the zoo. The zoo prides itself on promoting conservation, research, recreation, and education to all those who visit their facility.
Visit some Malaysian sun bears or polar bears in the Bear Complex, or get close to some tigers, lions, leopards, and jaguars in the Cat Canyon. See the gorillas in Gorilla Valley, trek through a jungle or head deep underground and tour the Kingdom of the Night cave complex. You can even check out many different marine creatures at Scott Aquarium.
2010 Zoo Admission Fees
Children (2 and under): FREE
Children (ages 3 – 11): $7.75
Adults (ages 12 and over): $11.50
Seniors (ages 62 and over): $10.00
2010 School Admission Fees
School admission rate is given specifically to groups when student admission is being paid for by the school. Reservations required in advance to receive school discount. One person must pay for the entire group to receive the school discount. Call the Education Department (402) 738-2092.
Children (ages 3 – 11): $5.25
Adults (ages 12 and over): $6.75
2010 Reciprocal Zoos Admission Fees
2010 Reciprocal Participants
Children (2 and under) FREE
Children (ages 3 – 11) $3.75
Adults (ages 12 and over) $5.75
Seniors (ages 62 and over) $5.00
2010 Reciprocal Zoos School Admission Fees
2010 Reciprocal Participants
Children (ages 3 – 11) $2.50
Adults (ages 12 and over) $3.25
2010 Group Admission Rate
Group rates available with three weeks advance notice for groups of 40 or more. Organized groups call (402) 738-6916 to make a reservation.
Children (2 and under)
FREE
Children (ages 3 – 11)
$6.75
Adults (12 and over)
$10.50
Seniors (ages 62 and over)
$9.00
The Zoo is open November 1 through February 28: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. daily
March 1 through Memorial Day: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily.
Memorial Day through Labor Day: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily.
Labor Day through October 31: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily.
Open year-round except for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Exhibit Information:The petting zoo, located in Dairy World, is closed for the 2010 season and will re-open in Spring 2011.
Expedition Madagascar walk-through lemur exhibit is closed for the season and will re-open in Spring 2011.
The Budgie Encounter is closed for the season and will re-open in Spring 2011.
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