Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
About
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 160 Acres in South Omaha
160-acre zoo and aquarium in south Omaha, repeatedly ranked among the top zoos in the United States. Features include the Lied Jungle (one of the world's largest indoor rainforests), Desert Dome (largest indoor desert), Kingdoms of the Night (largest nocturnal exhibit), and the Scott Aquarium.
Programs for Kids
Education programs through the Omaha Zoo. Programs include:
- Summer camps with STEM learning, conservation focus
- School field trips
- Hands-on animal encounters
- Educational projects on biology, ecology, environmental science
What's Included
- Lied Jungle indoor rainforest
- Desert Dome and Kingdoms of the Night
- Scott Aquarium with Antarctic, Amazon, and ocean exhibits
- Education staff with wildlife training
- Camps grouped by age band
Experience
Omaha families use the Zoo as a year-round destination - the four giant indoor exhibits keep the zoo fully usable during Nebraska winters. The South 10th Street location is reachable from I-80 and downtown Omaha.