With four distinct seasons, autumn foliage is beautiful in Omaha.
Omaha Airport:
The main airport in Omaha is
Omaha Airport (OMA). The airport and is located nine miles, or a 20-minute drive, from downtown Omaha. Visitors can
rent a vehicle at the airport. Also catch a
taxi right at the airport for about an $11 fare to downtown.
Getting Around:
If staying primarily in the city, Omaha’s public transit system, Metro Area Transit offers transportation around the city and its immediate suburbs. If considering day trips while visiting Omaha, renting a car is the best solution.
Visiting Omaha:
Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau:
1001 Farnam St.
Omaha, NE 68102
402-444-4660
Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sa. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Su. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Geography and Climate:
Omaha is known for its warm, often humid summers and cold Midwestern winters. In the winter, temperatures range from 18-38 degrees Fahrenheit with ample snowfall. Omaha’s warmest month tends to be July where average temperatures range 66-87 degrees Fahrenheit. With four distinct seasons autumn foliage is beautiful in Omaha and May tends to be quite rainy.
In Case of Emergency:
Omaha is generally a safe city. In case of emergency, dial police at “911.” The closest hospital to downtown Omaha is:
Creighton University Medical Center
601 N. 30th St.
Omaha, NE 68131
402-449-4000