The Old Market is the arts and entertainment district of Omaha, Nebraska. It has stores, entertainment options and attractions to appeal to people of all ages and tastes and is a great place to go to get a different view of the area.
The Old Market is not only renowned for its arts and entertainment options, but it's also known for its history. This part of town is encased in history, and as visitors walk along the cobbled streets they'll be able to peruse a number of historic buildings that have been beautifully restored, and in doing so can almost step back in time.
Throughout the district there are a whole range of entertainment options to choose from. Those looking for a bit of culture are bound to be impressed thanks to the great selection of museums and galleries on offer, including Bella's Place, Jackson Artworks, Passageway Gallery and Durham Western Heritage Museum, to name but a few.
There are also a number of performing arts venues available with theatres being particularly prominent, with options including Blue Barn Theatre and Holland Performing Arts Center. Visitors can get tours of the area as well to learn even more about the history of the district, and there are particularly unique ways to get around with bike rentals and carriage services both being available to really get a feel of the area.
In terms of shopping there's an even bigger selection, with stores covering everything from antiques and books to clothes and gifts. There are a number of specialty stores that stock the most unique items, and many stores are crying out to be browsed through to simply see what's buried within them.
There's also a great selection of food options available throughout the district, with everything from casual fare to fine dining being available. There are cuisines to suit all tastes and many restaurants and eateries offer a great way to indulge in a spot of people watching thanks to their unique location.
There are plenty of other entertainment options to choose from including comedy clubs, opera theaters and various pubs/bars where people can party the night away. Or, for something a bit more sedate there are a range of spas and salons, and even Old Market Massage and Omaha Yoga School for something more spiritual.
The area is particularly convenient to get to, largely thanks to the great parking facilities and the numerous public transport options available. This makes traveling there even more convenient and means that there's never a good reason not to go.
The Old Market is a great area to go to enjoy everything that Omaha has to offer. With so many entertainment options to choose from visitors will be spoilt for choice, and it's in an ideal location that people can get to from wherever they're based. The area is always buzzing and there's always something to see and do, and people are bound to be pleasantly surprised by what's on offer. It's definitely worth a trip for anyone visiting, or living in, Omaha.
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