Downtown Omaha is a fairly compact area located on the western bank of the Missouri River, across from Council Bluffs.
The renovated Old Market district with its shops, galleries and restaurants is the main focal point of downtown Omaha. Gaming can be found right across the bridge in Iowa, the Henry Doorly Zoo is just a mile and a half south and the airport only 3 miles to the north.
Hotels in downtown Omaha are mainly located within walking distance of both the Qwest Convention Center and the Old Market District.