The Nebraska Crossing Outlets are conveniently located just off Interstate 80 in Gretna. This popular shopping hub offers brand-name shopping at bargain prices. With more than 75 store-fronts, the outlets areRead More
Offutt Air Force Base
The sound of freedom roars daily from jet engines at Offutt Air Force Base near Bellevue – a resounding yet somber reminder of the base’s critical role in our country’s defense.Read More
Holy Family Shrine
Passing travelers stare with wonder toward Holy Family Shrine south of I-80 Exit 432 at Gretna. From the road it appears as mostly glass and wooden beams. It is. TwoRead More
Springfield Artworks
Springfield Artworks in Springfield specializes in glass art, hand-painted silk scarves and fascinator Derby Hats. See artists at work and stroll through galleries featuring a wide variety of fascinating andRead More
Soaring Wings Vineyard
Soaring Wings Vineyard, between Springfield and the Platte River, makes 22 wines, mostly using grapes grown right here. The tasting room has flights of five wines for $6, which includesRead More
Lucky Bucket Brewing Co.
Lucky Bucket Brewing Co. of La Vista offers tours Wednesday-Friday at 6 p.m. Saturday tours run every two hours from noon to 6 p.m. Cost is $3 per person. LaRead More
Nebraska Brewing Co.
The Nebraska Brewing Company in La Vista offers brewery tours ($10, including tour pint) on Thursday, 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Down theRead More
La Vista Kite Fly
La Vista hosts kite festivals every April and October. Kite enthusiasts come from far and wide to launch high-tech and home-made wind-catchers into the Nebraska breeze. Some people spring withRead More
Lied Platte River Bridge
The Lied Platte River Bridge spans the Platte River between South Bend and Louisville like a 1,714-foot secret. The former Rock Island Railroad trestle offers the chance to tread theRead More
AkSarBen Aquarium Outdoor Education Center
The AkSarBen Aquarium Outdoor Education Center is located near Schramm State Recreation Area in Gretna. With an aquarium and a terrarium, visitors can get up-close looks at native Nebraska fish, reptilesRead More