Sight The RiverFront, Downtown Omaha & the Old Market
Gene Leahy Mall
A sight in The RiverFront, Downtown Omaha & the Old Market, free to visit and worth about 45 minutes. Best time to go: 6:30 p.m.
Why go
Rebuilt downtown park running from the Old Market to the river, part of The RiverFront, with lit paths and lawns.
It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Downtown Omaha & the Old Market, alongside 3 places to eat, 1 activity and 1 place for a drink. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Gene Leahy Mall and M's Pub. At about 45 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.
- Type
- Sight · Cities
- Neighborhood
- The RiverFront
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 45 min
- Best time
- 6:30 p.m.
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 2 beyond Downtown Omaha & the Old Market. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Gene Leahy Mall
Rebuilt downtown park on the RiverFront, with a slide hill and lagoon.
Outdoors · Omaha · 0.0 mi straight-line - 2M's Pub
Old Market bistro open since 1973, rebuilt after a 2016 fire, known for lavosh, salads and steaks.
Food · 0.2 mi straight-line - 3Old Market
Warehouse district of brick streets and 1880s buildings with galleries, shops, bars and restaurants.
Shopping · 0.2 mi straight-line - 4Upstream Brewing Company
Old Market brewpub in a 1903 firehouse, brewing since 1996.
Drinks · Omaha · 0.2 mi straight-line - 5Upstream Brewing Company
Brewpub in a 1904 firehouse in the Old Market, brewing its own beer since 1996.
Drinks · 0.2 mi straight-line - 6Hotel Deco
Boutique hotel in a 1930 Art Deco tower on Harney Street, a short walk to the Old Market and the RiverFront.
Stay · 0.3 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Gene Leahy Mall is a stop on our Omaha New Year's Eve route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More sights to see in Downtown Omaha & the Old Market
Another curated sight in Downtown Omaha & the Old Market. See the full Downtown Omaha & the Old Market guide.
When to go: weather by month, based on Omaha
Our climate figures for Downtown Omaha & the Old Market come from nearby Omaha. Average daily highs in Omaha run from 31°F in January to 88°F in July; May is usually the wettest month. For Gene Leahy Mall itself, we suggest: 6:30 p.m.
Modelled monthly averages for Omaha from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Omaha weather by month (covers Downtown Omaha & the Old Market).
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Gene Leahy Mall, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Coordinates
- 41.25806, -95.93111
- Destination
- Downtown Omaha & the Old Market, Nebraska
Gene Leahy Mall: quick answers
How much time do you need at Gene Leahy Mall?
Plan on about 45 minutes at Gene Leahy Mall. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Gene Leahy Mall?
Our pick: 6:30 p.m. Insider tip: The east end near the river gives the clearest view of the fireworks.
Is Gene Leahy Mall free?
Yes, we list Gene Leahy Mall as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Which TripsCircle routes include Gene Leahy Mall?
Gene Leahy Mall appears on Omaha New Year's Eve, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Gene Leahy Mall 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 Downtown Omaha & the Old Market.
Plan Downtown Omaha & the Old Market
- Downtown Omaha & the Old Market travel guide 9 places
- Omaha weather (covers Downtown Omaha & the Old Market) weather by month
Lists & regions
Also in Downtown Omaha & the Old Market
- Gorat's Steakhouse Food
- Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge Activity
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.