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Sarpy County

· Papillion, NE

Why you should go…

Sarpy County sits just south of Omaha and covers Papillion, La Vista, Bellevue, and Gretna. It's home to Fontenelle Forest, nearly 2,000 acres of forest, prairie, and wetlands with a Raptor Woodland Refuge, plus Schramm State Park along the Platte River bluffs and Papio Fun Park's go-karts and mini golf. The county also draws visitors for minor-league sports, brewery tours, and zip-lining.

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Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Sarpy County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Boys Town

    Free

    A century-old village near Omaha where Father Flanagan's mission to help children continues, with free museums open to visitors.

    9.8 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Omaha

    Free

    Nebraska's largest city, a Midwest hub of museums, riverfront parks, and the Henry Doorly Zoo.

    14 mi awayMore like this

  • Museums
    History Buff

    The Durham Museum

    Under $25

    Omaha's history museum inside a restored 1931 Art Deco Union Station.

    14 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Council Bluffs

    Free

    Visitor information for Council Bluffs, Iowa, a Missouri River city across from Omaha at the gateway to the Loess Hills.

    17 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Outdoor Adventure

    Pottawattamie County

    Free

    Southwest Iowa county anchored by Council Bluffs, with riverfront trails and a historic downtown.

    17 mi awayMore like this

  • Theatre & Events
    Local Gem

    Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center

    Under $25

    A 95,000-square-foot arts hub in Council Bluffs with a 280-seat theater, galleries, and studios.

    17 mi awaySwitch it up: Theatre & Events