Outdoors The RiverFront, Omaha
Gene Leahy Mall
An outdoor spot in The RiverFront, Omaha, free to visit and worth about 45 minutes. Best time to go: Evening.
Why go
Rebuilt downtown park on the RiverFront, with a slide hill and lagoon.
It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Omaha, alongside 3 sights, 2 places to eat and 1 activity. 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
- Outdoors · Nature
- Neighborhood
- The RiverFront
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 45 min
- Best time
- Evening
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 5 beyond Omaha. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Gene 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 · 0.0 mi straight-line - 2M's Pub
Old Market bistro open since 1973, rebuilt after a 2016 fire, known for lavosh, salads and steaks.
Food · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.2 mi straight-line - 3Old Market
Warehouse district of brick streets and 1880s buildings with galleries, shops, bars and restaurants.
Shopping · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.2 mi straight-line - 4Upstream Brewing Company
Old Market brewpub in a 1903 firehouse, brewing since 1996.
Drinks · 0.2 mi straight-line - 5Upstream Brewing Company
Brewpub in a 1904 firehouse in the Old Market, brewing its own beer since 1996.
Drinks · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 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 · Downtown Omaha & the Old Market · 0.3 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Gene Leahy Mall is a stop on our Kansas City to Omaha route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More outdoor spots in Omaha
Another curated outdoor spot in Omaha. See the full Omaha guide.
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 Gene Leahy Mall itself, we suggest: Evening.
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 Gene Leahy Mall, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Address
- 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
- Coordinates
- 41.25802, -95.93122
- Destination
- Omaha, 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: Evening.
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.
Where is Gene Leahy Mall?
Gene Leahy Mall is at 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA, in The RiverFront. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.
Which TripsCircle routes include Gene Leahy Mall?
Gene Leahy Mall appears on Kansas City to Omaha, 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 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
- Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge Activity
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.