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Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront

Tourist attraction Park

Urban oasis highlighting a man-made lake with boat rides, plus fountains with an evening light show. People often mention park, walk, Omaha, visit, beautiful, Beautiful, area, great, lake, downtown,


Address

800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Website

www.theriverfrontomaha.com

Contact

(402) 599-6565

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (2.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 5 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday: 5 AM to 11 PM
  • Monday: 5 AM to 11 PM
  • Tuesday: 5 AM to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 5 AM to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 5 AM to 11 PM
  • Friday: 5 AM to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: park (45) walk (21) Omaha (18) visit (15) beautiful (14) Beautiful (12) area (12) great (12) lake (11) downtown (11)
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  • 5/5 Lili M. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful wildlife at a peaceful park in the heart of Omaha. This park is family friendly visit during the day or evening too see their incredible fountains in action! Preferably the evening if you’d like a light show along with it. Also try the gondola rides around the lake. Good spot in Omaha.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Living Water C. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful new addition to Omaha, and Thank you for all the hard work time and effort for providing such a unique area bringing downtown Omaha to life. Too many reasons why I would recommend not losing out on visiting. Recommended to all ages and gatherings.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nickie 5 months ago on Google • 430 reviews
    It’s Beautiful here. Visited while on vacation. We loved everything about. They did an excellent job rebuilding this area. It’s very relaxing with sitting areas, trails and the waterfall that changes color. It’s breathtaking. Loved the bridge too.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 tania d. 2 months ago on Google • 456 reviews New
    This is one of the most beautiful parks with so much potential. They have everything you could want. There is plenty of seating available all around. Fun slides, swings, and yes, even hammocks to lounge in. I'm so glad I got a chance to see it both frozen and snow-covered, as well as thawed. I have enjoyed walking with my dogs through this beautiful park. Though my stay in Omaha may not be for much longer, I look forward to spending more time here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jenni D. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice for an evening stroll around the lake. Good photo ops as well. Parking could be a challenge, be prepared to pay. Would also be a lovely place to picnic. Lots of seating options or blanket in the grass.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Em W. 7 years ago on Google
    A beautiful spot in the heart in down town Omaha, at any time of day. From fountains, to monuments and everything in between it has something for everyone. The kiddos love the local wildlife, from owners walking dogs to geese. I love the historic monuments. We all enjoy the view! Especially at night when the fountains begin to change colors. That's a big hit no matter who you are, or what your age. It's a great place to just visit and take in the sights, or to get up and move for walkers and runners alike.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 N and C F. 6 months ago on Google • 269 reviews
    First time visit to Omaha and was amazed by what they have done with the riverfront. So many places to sit and hang out/picnic, great walking trails including the walk around the lake, the cool pier structure and awesome playgrounds for kids. The best part is it was a 5 in one deal with the pedestrian bridge, Lewis and Clark Landing, Heartland, Leahy mall and Old Market all connected. Had a great time in town!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 R R. 6 months ago on Google • 403 reviews
    We enjoyed the old Heartland of America park, but love all the changes they've made to it. We were there on a beautiful fall day, and could just imagine all the events during the summer.

  • 5/5 Chrystol S. 8 months ago on Google
    Awesome. Omaha has made downtown a place to visit. Now, Omaha needs to financially back small businesses so that downtown may start thriving once more.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 TJ 5 years ago on Google
    Really beautiful public park, incorporating tons of water features, great picnic areas, memorials, lookout deck over the lake, and more. Parking was free and easy, and while there are often lots of people enjoying the park, it’s never felt crowded. The squirrels are a little too friendly if you have food with you, but they’re fairly easy to shoo away.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 DJ S. 3 years ago on Google
    WHAT Park? Should have come up with a project that doesn't take 4 years to complete.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Rosaina E. 3 years ago on Google
    Why does google not say that it’s closed for 3 years???
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Timothy M. 1 year ago on Google
    a beautiful and nice walk through the park on a cool evening. It has a few little things to do and look at, like a boat, some small monuments, and a fountain. Great to relax.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lylli A. Butler (. 5 years ago on Google
    We saw this water spurt from 5 blocks away and decided to investigate! This park is full of peaceful views, large swans, and healthy local types exercising. I want to picnic here on one of the many grass benches. Ample visitor parking near the #conagra entrance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Connor B. 6 years ago on Google
    This park is a wonderful place to take your family out for a stroll or picnic, a couple(s) outing, or just to roam to get a clear mind. The gorgeous water fountain, skyscrapers, monuments, historic buildings, and sculptures are a sight to see!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 C T. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to go for a stroll. Fountains, gardens, and even a gondola. You could easily spend a couple of hours walking the park and surrounding areas. Some people bring "treats" to feed the geese, birds, and swans, although I am not sure if you are supposed to do that. I don't see signs posted not to! A short walk from downtown proper and plenty of off street parking.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chris M. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful park. You can rent a boat ride around the lake for $4 a person. Good place to have a picnic, and sit in the shade. There is a water fountain in the middle of the lake that shoots about 60feet in the air. When the wind picks up you get a nice spray on a hot sunny day. The park is around bars, pubs, and restaurants. It's a cute park.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael M. 3 years ago on Google
    A very peaceful and enjoyable place to visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thomas T. 7 months ago on Google
    A journey through the heartland of America led me to the captivating Riverfront Park, a destination that beautifully encapsulates the essence of the nation’s spirit and history. This park stands as a testament to the deep connection between the American people and the rivers that have played an integral role in shaping the country. Walking along the pathways of Riverfront Park, I was struck by the harmonious blend of natural beauty and urban vitality. The park’s strategic location at the confluence of [River Names] offers breathtaking panoramic views, showcasing the grandeur of the rivers that have been the lifeblood of this region for generations. The design and layout of the park pay homage to the area’s rich history. Thoughtfully curated exhibits and monuments narrate stories of exploration, settlement, and progress. As I wandered through the park, I found myself immersed in a journey through time, gaining insights into the struggles and triumphs that have defined the heartland of America. A highlight of the park is its interactive spaces that cater to visitors of all ages. The open green spaces are perfect for families to enjoy picnics, frisbee games, and moments of relaxation. The playgrounds echo with the laughter of children, reminding us that the park is not only a historical site but a vibrant hub for community engagement. One cannot overlook the significance of the riverfront itself. The rhythmic flow of the rivers evokes a sense of continuity and connection, reminding us of the vital role these waterways have played in trade, transportation, and fostering a sense of unity among diverse communities. The organizers have done an admirable job of preserving the natural beauty of the park while also providing modern amenities. Well-maintained restrooms, shaded seating areas, and even local food vendors contribute to the overall comfort of visitors. Riverfront Park is more than just a recreational area; it’s a living tribute to the heartland’s resilience, history, and aspirations. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply someone seeking to experience the genuine spirit of America’s heartland, a visit to Riverfront Park is an unforgettable journey into the soul of the nation.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Meel C. 4 months ago on Google • 36 reviews
    I always go to this area of ​​downtown Omaha, during the day it's super beautiful and at night with the Christmas lights it's even more beautiful! lots of things to do, go for a walk, with the dog, with the children, go for a walk or run, there is an acoustic shell sometimes there is music, a green lawn. There are bicycles to rent or scooters 🛴, it's right in the center of everything. in addition to the newest square opened. contains an ice skating rink ⛸️. the price is super cheap. the trees are all lit up, there is also a huge Christmas tree! lots of space, a big bridge that changes colors, as well as the river around it! the place is fantastic!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A W. 5 years ago on Google
    Very nice spot to visit. Your family will enjoy the nature, the ducks, the fountain
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rome C. 7 months ago on Google
    I actually enjoyed revisiting both the Gene Leahy Mall Park and Heartland of America Park 🇺🇲 here in Omaha Nebraska in downtown area last week. They did a wonderful job remolding both parks . I encourage everyone to go visit the park before it gets to cold 🥶 outside. Have a goodnight ❤️😁🇺🇲.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 The One Security Solutions L. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to take the kids to walk around
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 marquell j. 7 months ago on Google • 161 reviews
    It's a really place to take the kids, there are plenty of fun things to do. Slides, jungle gym type things, climbing structures and a few other things for kids to do. There is plenty of space and also restrooms on site. parking could be a bit scarce but this place is definitely worth a visit. There are also 2 dog parks, one for bigger dogs and one for smaller dogs

  • 5/5 Ruth Katie J. 7 months ago on Google • 122 reviews
    Went for a late evening walk with the hubby and the renovation did not disappoint. The man made lake was so relaxing. Perfect ambiance for either a good walk or a jog.

  • 4/5 dejahvu 2 months ago on Google • 58 reviews New
    This park is incredible. It’s a gorgeous walking path around a cute lake. It has a fountain with neon lights in the summer and geese gather there. :) Unfortunately half of the walking path is closed at night. It’s newly remodeled with lots of seating, a few slides, and a seesaw!

  • 5/5 David F. 6 months ago on Google
    Fantastic place. Sure had a good walk with Milo.

  • 5/5 Kayla M. 4 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous place to watch the sunset and be around nature. Such a cool spot with a water fountain that shoots up pretty high. One of our favorite spots!

  • 5/5 Peter C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great park to visit whether you are a resident or just visiting. I was in town on a business trip with a friend and we took some time to stroll around. Extensive walking paths, proximity to the lake, and excellent memorial dedications.

  • 5/5 Linford S. 4 years ago on Google
    Am just working with the show.

  • 5/5 Jewell W. 5 months ago on Google
    I think this place is a great place mainly for the family. I see lots of families enjoying themselves 😁. Kids playing, parents chatting and watching and even some joining their children. I often see runners and couples strolling through as well. It's quite a sight at night as well you should check it out as the bridge headed over into council bluffs is lit up very nicely.

  • 5/5 Victor San G. 6 months ago on Google
    This park is one of the nicest I've seen. It is on par and even better than parks in Japan and Korea. The two children's play areas at the far ends of the park are amazing. The roller rink is a great and unique edition. There are many places to sit where you can ponder while gazing at the water. You can find quiet areas to sit in the sun or the shade and take in the beauty. Definitely worth the visit while you're in Omaha.

  • 5/5 Diana W. 6 months ago on Google
    This place is awesome!!!! It's got so much cool stuff to play on for all ages. And there are large swings for families of adults who don't want to play with the kids. There is a fence encompassing 99% of the whole thing which is fabulous because the swings are at the end where you walk in and out, so I can leave my kids to go play and not have to worry about them wandering away from the park. I just wish something this awesome would be built farther into the city and supposed to having the drive all the way to the river for it.

  • 5/5 Christina C. 6 months ago on Google
    Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️ if you are going to be in Omaha it's a must see. They nailed it !!!

  • 5/5 Lacey K. 6 years ago on Google
    Lovely walk around this pond. The waterfall feature near Conagra is pretty. Water fountain is not on in late fall. You will feel a bit of mist from it depending on the wind, but it was a nice relief when I went! Nice view of the Omaha skyline as well! There is a look out area over the river behind the park that is accessible by a small bridge on the west side.

  • 4/5 KE A. 1 year ago on Google
    I been there in June 2019 and it was a nice park to go to and look at the scenery and the lake and take a walk around the park.

  • 5/5 Isaac A. 7 months ago on Google
    A beautiful redesigned park in downtown Omaha. Plenty of new amenities and great landscaping.

  • 5/5 K D F. 8 months ago on Google
    Our new Riverfront Park is awesome! I love it so much.

  • 5/5 Ben&Ruth H. 8 months ago on Google
    Gorgeous new updated park. New swings overlooking downtown and the lit up fountain. A roller ribbon. Just a wonderful place to being the family to take a walk or have some fun. Lots of benches and chairs. Connects to Gene Lahey Mall(park). They will have plenty of event in the good seasons and look forward to seeing what they do for winter/Christmas. The park reopened fully today.

  • 5/5 Faze G. 7 months ago on Google
    I love this park. The time they took to expand it was well worth it. The views at night, the skies, and the buildings around it are unbelievable!

  • 5/5 Tecoria S. 7 months ago on Google
    Nice relaxing park with downtown views and water

  • 3/5 richard n. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful to go for a run around this area!

  • 5/5 Courtney R. 3 years ago on Google
    BEAUTIFUL

  • 5/5 Christopher R. 3 years ago on Google
    It's not there anymore. New park coming.

  • 5/5 Linda R. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice peaceful place! Bring food for the geese!

  • 5/5 Sky 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to go for a walk, take the kids, go fishing, or just chill.

  • 5/5 Kathy E. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful!

  • 5/5 David S. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and peaceful

  • 5/5 Darla B. 3 years ago on Google
    This area has alway's made me feel like the OMAHA I know.

  • 5/5 Shawna K. 3 years ago on Google
    Me and my husband deive to Omaha to get a pizza from Orsies and go here for lunch on the weekend, it is not a busy park, which is nice, its just us and the ducks and geese who will waddle up from the water to check us out. Lol!

  • 5/5 Elizabeth N. 3 years ago on Google
    I love coming to this park especially at nighttime when all of the different colored lights come on it’s a great place to come and get your exercise in and also meditate and get some peace in your life

  • 3/5 Jesus S. 3 years ago on Google
    An absolutely beautiful place to visit. Great and well done this is best for a family bonding.

  • 5/5 Whitley B. 3 years ago on Google
    This is such a pretty area to visit. The fountains shoot up higher than the overpass, which is super cool. Plus, it's a great place to take a stroll and/or take pictures. Also, it's free to go explore, so why not?!

  • 1/5 Apple J. 3 years ago on Google
    Ok

  • 4/5 Aleph N. 3 years ago on Google
    Lots of Geese in July, tried to take my food, could not have picnic there. The area looks nice though.

  • 5/5 Expl0r 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful park, no complaints.

  • 5/5 Jesus J. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice, relaxing park. Great for a walk or bike

  • 5/5 David P. 3 years ago on Google
    Love this park! One of the many beautiful sights around Omaha! We took some of our engagement pictures at this park. Good memories!

  • 4/5 Bintisa B. 4 years ago on Google
    Such a very beautiful place. An absolutely beautiful place to visit. The tropical garden area is my favorite by far. There are lots of good food options available as well!!

  • 1/5 Defiant G. 4 years ago on Google
    bird feces all over the place, fountain not working

  • 5/5 Robert J. 4 years ago on Google
    Love feeding the ducks.

  • 5/5 Armando S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place.. (Original) Precioso lugar..

  • 5/5 Cyndi F. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful park! Wish I could have stayed longer. The water fall stairs were amazing and the water fountains were amazing

  • 5/5 Gabrielle A. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice park me and the family love to go feed the ducks and walk around the lake!

  • 5/5 lawyer w. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place to visit

  • 5/5 Nj B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great delivery Timing.

  • 5/5 Christine J. 4 years ago on Google
    So peaceful

  • 5/5 Salvator B. 4 years ago on Google
    This is just a great place to go, walk along the river, or just spend time in the great outdoors, and you can get a great view of downtown Omaha from there.

  • 5/5 Eric B. 4 years ago on Google
    Cool park

  • 1/5 David G. 4 years ago on Google
    Not very nice now that construction is going on

  • 5/5 Myron W. 4 years ago on Google
    Nebraska is a beautiful place

  • 3/5 Nad' Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice for a walk

  • 4/5 Deborah H. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice downtown walk. Sometimes a bit too much goose poop

  • 5/5 Jenny A. 4 years ago on Google
    Such a pretty place to take pictures, walk around, and take a boat ride. The ConAgra fountain is also amazing!!

  • 4/5 Terri M. 4 years ago on Google
    Cute

  • 5/5 Katie B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for me and my family to walk around and enjoy time together.

  • 5/5 Juan C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It was pretty (Original) Era bonito


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dog park
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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