Omaha for Military Reunions

A visit to Omaha, Nebraska, is a perfect one for military units and their families when you want to reunite around prestigious military sites plus discover amazing activities for children and family. Your unit can begin your Omaha experience with a group tour of Offutt Air Force Base, which represents all four branches of the military and offers a variety of tours. Currently, the base offers tours only to group members 14 years and over. But don’t worry, the Omaha area still has plenty to offer for the rest of your stay, with museums and activities the whole family can enjoy. From the Henry-Doorly Zoo to the giant slides downtown, Omaha was made for family.

Popular Military Attractions

Offutt Air Force Base

Offutt is a beautiful community in the rolling hills of southeastern Nebraska near the Missouri River. Tours are available, showcasing this amazing base, its operations, and the thousands of people it employs for them. Special events are held throughout the year as well. It’s the perfect choice for military reunions.

Freedom Park Navy Museum

Right by the Missouri River, you’ll find a display of amazing aircraft and military vessels in Freedom Park, a free naval museum that’s a perfect addition to your reunion. Unit members and families alike will be fascinated by the USS Hazard AM-240 Minesweeper resting aground and available for guided tours on certain Saturdays of the month. The USS Marlin SST-2 Submarine is another imposing vessel in the park and a fascinating experience if you can tour inside it from the convenient side entrances. You’ll find other aircraft as well and an Anchor & Propeller Garden sure to leave visitors in awe.

Strategic Air & Space Museum

Originally located at Offutt Air Force Base, the Strategic Air & Space Museum offers many displays of aircraft, military units through history, and space exploration. Permanent and traveling exhibits keep the museum current with something to interest every member of your group. There are even fun and interactive exhibits for children.

Other Omaha Favorites
Henry-Doorly Zoo This favorite Omaha attraction features an amazing 3D and IMAX theater plus the Desert Dome (the world’s largest indoor desert) and the largest indoor rainforest in the world as well. Henry-Doorly Zoo is one of the best zoos in the nation and so much fun for the whole family.	Omaha Children’s Museum This interactive showcase is for children, but we guarantee everyone can have fun with these exciting exhibits and the squeals and thrills they incur. From its giant ball drop to the games, playhouses, climbing equipment, mock supermarkets, and even a booth capturing video you can send to your email at home, the Omaha Children’s Museum is the perfect family outing.
The Amazing Pizza Machine Choose your seats in one of the themed rooms - from cartoons to superheroes and other favorites – and then enjoy the giant kid-friendly buffet with pizza, mac-n-cheese, ice cream sundaes, and more. Then try your luck at the many arcade games – from press-your-luck type to shooting skills and more – to win tickets and prices. It’s the perfect choice for lunchtime and beyond.	Fun Plex This attraction has it all – an 18-hole miniature golf course, the largest water park in Nebraska, and Wild Ride Park, offering a Ferris Wheel, the Fun Plex Speedway, a giant carousel, and more. You’ll find several food choices and hours of fun at this exciting Omaha attraction.
Gene Leahy Pedestrian Mall This park is part of Omaha’s historic and charming downtown with walking paths, sculptures, waterfalls, gardens, and plenty of choices for play and relaxation. The nighttime waterfall display is amazing, though by propelling water over 300 feet, it’s even something to see during the day. Omaha’s downtown is yet another reason to choose this amazing Midwest city for a variety of group travel tours.