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During the off-season (November thru March) get your group together, and contact the tour with the day and time you want to schedule a tour with us. (minimum of 3 persons/ per tour). Please allow one week prior for scheduling. Our weekly Saturday schedule will resume in April 2012.



The South 24th Street Walking Tour has 3-15 participants taking an approximate 60-90 minute walk along five to six blocks.  A paid tour guide leads the group to 8-10 sites and engages the participants between these sites.

What is the schedule for tours?

REGULAR SCHEDULE - The tour schedule in 2012 will run from April 7 thru October 13 on Saturdays only.  The tour begins at 11AM each of those Saturdays.

PRIVATE SCHEDULE  - Groups of 3 or more can schedule a tour date, time, and pricing that is convenient for them and the tour.  Please allow several days notice prior to your scheduled date.  Call 402-709-2586 to arrange.

What is the cost for the tour?

There is no up-front cost for the tour.  We will ask for a free will donation which can be made one of two ways - 1)pay the tour guide at the end of the tour, or 2)donate at the Donate icon via PayPal on this website.

 Where is parking available?

The large parking lot on the west side of 24th and N is available.  Please enter this free lot from 25th Street.  Street parking is usually available on the lettered street names, i.e., M, N, or O.

Where does the tour begin and end?

The tour begins on the northwest corner of 24th and N Streets.  Watch for our tour "sandwich board" sign.  Complete the tour in the 24th and N parking area.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The tour will occur unless Omaha Urban Neighborhoods informs the attendees that the tour has been cancelled for that day.  New dates will be scheduled for participants.  In case of quick-changing weather, tour guides and participants will use common sense judgment.

Are all the areas of the tour accessible?

Curb cuts for wheelchairs can be had at each corner.  Walk-in sites may have alternate entrances, if needed.

What can make the tour easy and fun for me?

  1. Wear a comfortable pair of shoes and dress for the time of year and current weather.
  2. Public restrooms are not available – though you may be able to use a site restroom.
  3. Be prepared to engage the tour guide and other registrants.
  4. Tell your own story about the history, the street, the cultural elements, the arts, and the architecture of South 24th Street in Omaha, Nebraska.
  5. A Spanish-speaking guide can be requested.