Activity Riverfront, Omaha
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
An activity in Riverfront, Omaha, free to visit and worth about 45 minutes. Best time to go: Sunset.
Why go
S-curved bridge where you can stand with one foot in Nebraska and one in Iowa.
It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Omaha, alongside 3 sights, 2 places to eat and 2 outdoor spots. The closest of our other picks is Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, 0.1 mi away as the crow flies. At about 45 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.
- Type
- Activity · Sight
- Neighborhood
- Riverfront
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 45 min
- Best time
- Sunset
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 5 beyond Omaha. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
S-curved cable-stayed footbridge over the Missouri where you can stand in Nebraska and Iowa at once.
Activity · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.1 mi straight-line - 2RiverFront New Year's Eve Fireworks
Choreographed fireworks over the Missouri River at 7 p.m. on Dec 31, closing Omaha's Holiday Lights Festival.
Sight · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.6 mi straight-line - 3Gene Leahy Mall
Rebuilt downtown park running from the Old Market to the river, part of The RiverFront, with lit paths and lawns.
Sight · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.7 mi straight-line - 4Gene Leahy Mall
Rebuilt downtown park on the RiverFront, with a slide hill and lagoon.
Outdoors · 0.7 mi straight-line - 5M's Pub
Old Market bistro open since 1973, rebuilt after a 2016 fire, known for lavosh, salads and steaks.
Food · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.8 mi straight-line - 6Old Market
Warehouse district of brick streets and 1880s buildings with galleries, shops, bars and restaurants.
Shopping · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.8 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge is a stop on our Kansas City to Omaha route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More to do in Omaha
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge is our only activity pick in Omaha; here is what else we recommend there. See the full Omaha guide.
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Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Indoor desert dome, rainforest and aquarium; easily a half day.
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The Durham Museum
History museum inside Omaha's Art Deco Union Station, with a working soda fountain.
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Joslyn Art Museum
Free art museum in an Art Deco building with a recent glass-pavilion expansion.
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Lauritzen Gardens
100-acre botanical garden near the zoo with a Victorian-style conservatory.
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The Drover
Old-school steakhouse famous for whiskey-marinated steaks.
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Block 16
Downtown counter-service spot with creative burgers and daily specials.
When to go
Average daily highs in Omaha run from 31°F in January to 88°F in July; May is usually the wettest month. For Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge itself, we suggest: Sunset.
Modelled monthly averages for Omaha from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Omaha weather by month.
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Address
- 705 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
- Coordinates
- 41.26563, -95.92231
- Destination
- Omaha, Nebraska
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge: quick answers
How much time do you need at Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge?
Plan on about 45 minutes at Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge?
Our pick: Sunset.
Is Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge free?
Yes, we list Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Where is Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge?
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge is at 705 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE 68102, USA. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.
Which TripsCircle routes include Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge?
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge appears on Kansas City to Omaha, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Omaha.
Plan Omaha
- Omaha travel guide 9 places
- Best time to visit Omaha weather by month
- Kansas City to Omaha 165 mi straight-line
Lists & regions
Also in Omaha
- Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Sight
- Block 16 Food
- Upstream Brewing Company Drinks
- Lauritzen Gardens Outdoors
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.