Omaha Overview | An informative introduction to Omaha, Nebraska

I visited Omaha a few years ago and I was very impressed by the city. I think Omaha is another overlook Midwest city. In this series I briefly cover a city's history, population, skyline as well as a few things that make the city unique. Thanks for watching: Omaha Overview | An informative introduction to Omaha, Nebraska.

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If you enjoy geography overviews, here is a link to one of the books that inspired me to start this youtube channel:

[BeaverGeography]

Omaha has gotta be one of the most underrated cities out there. Despite there being no major landmarks or worldwide notable things. It's a very nice place for families and has a wonderful vibe.

[Steveofthejungle]

I visited Omaha last summer as a stop while taking the Amtrak from SLC to Chicago. I mainly wanted to visit the Henry Doorly Zoo, which exceeded my already high expectations, but it was a surprisingly nice city! Great food and drink, cool neighborhoods, nice parks close by, and while I missed the college World Series, I got to see the Omaha Storm chasers, which was a great ballpark as well. I’ll be back someday!

[BradThePitts]

5:23 I'm the engineer that designed the orange lights shown in Gene Leahy Mall. They are aluminum replicas of the original steel structures and they sport LED lights.

When they were ordered them, the paint finish was to be "OSHA safety orange" which is the same color as traffic cones. We thought they were out of thier mind, but in the installation they look fantastic!

[nomeca]

I’m from Omaha! I’ll say that this city has a lot of potential to be better than it is, but it’s still pretty decent. Most definitely has its problems, especially with much of the city not being walkable. Though, regardless it is a nice place to live and there’s always lots to do.

[Gabe-vwux]

I’ve lived in Des Moines and now live near Omaha and they are both cool cities. I definitely feel safer in Des Moines but Omaha has much cooler attractions.

[hemaccabe]

The most unusual thing about Omaha are the NE annexation laws which don't allow people to flee to suburbs as Omaha will just annex them. This means Omaha has the budget to resolve her issues like maintaining policing and housing for the poor at a high level.

[kumandand]

I think Omaha is a great city with a great residential environment. The climate is comfortable.

[mmrw]

I was just in Omaha for one night and I was very surprised at how hopping it was. Could hardly find a place to have breakfast in the morning, all the breakfast restaurants were packed. Was surprising to me because it seems like such a random place for a city

[Rot_Long_legs]

I love Omaha, it was an amazing place to go visit during my trip to the midwestern US. Also, is Winnipeg on your list for cities that you’ll cover?

[rudolphwatson]

nice genuine people very easy to live here a simple life comfy Neiborhoods.its a place in one of Stephan Kings novels.not Derry tho.

[hemaccabe]

You missed the transportation detail that Omaha, by being at the confluence of the two major rivers has those major transportation assets as well.

[mtomas]

can you do a Nashville or Memphis video?

[mtomas]

just discovered your channel, i love them! tho id put some negative remarks.. like if its safety, economy, people..

[raymondpeterson]

Not from Omaha but another fine video, oh and, i have been sub'd for a while now.

[weeAmos]

Hey City Geek, you should cover Kelowna, British Columbia! It’s sure to have enough history, easter eggs and more to make a great video. It is the number one fastest growing city in Canada after all.

[jarvisstradford]

Greenville South Carolina Metro surpass Omaha maybe next year.

[gooffgoff]

I visited this city for two days back in 2007. I haven’t returned since. While I enjoyed my short stay, I found the air quality (back then) very difficult for me. There was a stench that I smelled throughout the area, which caused me to cancel my planned extended trip. I want to return again but I’m concerned about the air quality and if it’s gotten better.

[hemaccabe]

Conagra moved their headquarters away to Chicago, a decision I expect they are deeply regretting now.

[hemaccabe]

Steaks are surprisingly bad in Omaha. Gorats sucks. So do most of the big name local steak houses. There are some hidden gems like Jerichos.

[hemaccabe]

You missed Nebraska Furniture Mart as well.