Omaha Pictures

Catch a gorgeous view of the Omaha skyline at Heartland of America Park, which also offers gondola rides in the summer. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

If you're looking for the heart of Omaha, you'll find it in Old Market. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

The Old Market is a popular area, no matter the time of day. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

The Lied Jungle, the country's largest indoor rainforest, can be found at the Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium.  Courtesy of the Omaha Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Durham Museum, which is housed in a retired train station, chronicles the history of Omaha. Courtesy of the Omaha Convention & Visitors Bureau

You'll find many restaurants, shops and galleries in the streets and alleyways of Old Market.  Heyjohngreen Flickr

The Joslyns, for whom the museum was named, were one of Nebraska's wealthiest families. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

Stop and smell the roses at the Lauritzen Gardens. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

A handful of Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies make their home in Omaha. You'll spot some of these company skyscrapers from Heartland of America Park. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

Duck fat fries at the Grey Plume restaurant, one of Omaha's top eateries. Shelby Bell Flickr

The Omaha Children's Museum is a great place for families to spend the day. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

Fireworks light up the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. Brian Pope Getty Images

The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge is a popular path for walkers and runners. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

For an escape into nature, head about 10 miles south of downtown Omaha to the Fontenelle Forest, located in Bellevue. Here you'll find hiking trails, picnic facilities and a nature center, among other amenities. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

The free Jazz on the Green event takes place every July and August at Turner Park in dowtown Omaha. Courtesy of Visit Omaha

Among the many attractions at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is the giraffe feeding experience. Courtesy of Visit Omaha