Overview
Bellevue, is a small town in Sarpy County, Nebraska, just south of Omaha and west of the Missouri River. It is the oldest town in Nebraska and the oldest town west of the Missouri River. It is known for being the historical home to Strategic Air Command and, today, US Strategic Command.
6 sights · 5 things to do · 4 places to eat · 3 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Bellevue
Fontenelle Forest
A National Natural Landmark covering 1,400 acres of marshes and woodlands on the banks of the Missouri River. The forest has several facilities spread across the area, including a raptor bird conservation facility. Sever…
Old Log Cabin
The oldest remaining building between the Missouri River and the Pacific Ocean erected in the United States Territory. Built circa 1835.
Fontenelle Bank
The oldest commercial public building in Nebraska. It was the first bank granted the right to circulate and issue money in the Nebraska Territory. The original bank vault remains, as do the old bank teller cages.
Sarpy County Museum
Museum chronicles the history of Sarpy County.
Bellevue Little Theatre
Located in Olde Towne, This is one of Bellevue's cultural gems. It is made up of entirely volunteers. The high quality of their performances has earned them a dedicated following in Bellevue. It show cases a variety of l…
Haworth Park
153 acres centered on the Missouri River. It has places for both RV and tent camping. It features a marina, 3 soccer fields, two fully lite baseball diamonds, 3 fully lite tennis courts, playground equipment, restrooms, …
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 88°F; winter lows dip to about 15°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Aug. (climate data from nearby Omaha)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- OMA Eppley Airfield, Omaha — 10 mi away (major hub). Directions
- LNK Lincoln Airport, Lincoln — 48 mi away. Directions
The primary north-south arteries are Highway 75 (the Kennedy Freeway) and Fort Crook Road. Both roads link to Interstate 80 north of Bellevue in South Omaha. Highway 370 and Cornhusker Road are major east-west arterials. Interstate 29, in Iowa, can be reached by following Highway 370 through Olde Towne Bellevue and crossing the Missouri River.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Old Log Cabin, Fontenelle Bank, Bellevue Little Theatre
- Lunch Chipotle
- Afternoon Haworth Park, Twin Creek Cinema
- Dinner Stella's
- Evening DJ's Dugout
Day 2
- Morning Fontenelle Forest, 1st Presbyterian Church
- Lunch La Mesa
- Afternoon Fontenelle Hills Golf Course
- Dinner Swine Dining BBQ
- Evening Jammer's Pub
Day 3
- Morning Sarpy County Museum, Columban Fathers Missionary Society
- Afternoon Lied Activity Center
- Evening Roman Coin Pizza and Varsity's Sports Bar
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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Get in
The primary north-south arteries are Highway 75 (the Kennedy Freeway) and Fort Crook Road. Both roads link to Interstate 80 north of Bellevue in South Omaha. Highway 370 and Cornhusker Road are major east-west arterials. Interstate 29, in Iowa, can be reached by following Highway 370 through Olde Towne Bellevue and crossing the Missouri River.
Get around
There are three main roads that will lead you around Bellevue. The oldest being Mission Ave. This will take you through Bellevue's historic Olde Towne area. Cornhusker Road will take you through one of the newer parts of town, Wolf Creek. Highway 370 will take you past the Twin Creek area.
See
See Fontenelle Forest
A National Natural Landmark covering 1,400 acres of marshes and woodlands on the banks of the Missouri River. The forest has several facilities spread across the area, including a raptor bird conservation facility. Several hiking trails available. No overnight camping. No dogs allowed.
See Old Log Cabin
The oldest remaining building between the Missouri River and the Pacific Ocean erected in the United States Territory. Built circa 1835.
See 1st Presbyterian Church
Located between 19th and 20th avenues in Olde Towne. Built in 1856, it is one of several remaining buildings from this era in Bellevue. People still get married there to this day.
See Fontenelle Bank
The oldest commercial public building in Nebraska. It was the first bank granted the right to circulate and issue money in the Nebraska Territory. The original bank vault remains, as do the old bank teller cages.
Do
Do Bellevue Little Theatre
Located in Olde Towne, This is one of Bellevue's cultural gems. It is made up of entirely volunteers. The high quality of their performances has earned them a dedicated following in Bellevue. It show cases a variety of local talent. It's where you can enjoy a big theatre production with a small town community feel.
Do Twin Creek Cinema
Highway Twin Creek Cinema is a spacious movie theatre. It has 16 screens, stadium seating, highbacked loveseats, 8 inches of leg room in every row, and plenty of parking spaces.
Do Lied Activity Center
The Lied Center features an indoor walking track, a fully equipped weight room, batting cages, swimming pool, basketball court, volleyball court, tennis court, and a softball field.
Do Haworth Park
153 acres centered on the Missouri River. It has places for both RV and tent camping. It features a marina, 3 soccer fields, two fully lite baseball diamonds, 3 fully lite tennis courts, playground equipment, restrooms, electric RV pad hook ups, grills and picnic tables.
Do Fontenelle Hills Golf Course
18 holes in Bellevue's lush forest area. It features a lounge, 250 seat banquet facility, pro shop, and it's open to the public.
Buy
Shop Wolf Creek Shopping Area
Bellevue's largest shopping area. It includes shops and stores like Richman Gordmans, Michaels, Gamestop, Walmart and many others. It also has various restaurants too.
Shop Twin Creek Shopping Area
It includes shops such as Nobbies, Target, Bakers, and several smaller shops too.
Shop Olde Towne
Here is where most of the towns smaller shops are featuring everything from a one of a kind hat maker to a rare coins dealer.
Eat
Eat Chipotle
Delicious burritos in a modern atmosphere.
Eat Stella's
A real blue-collar American burger joint.
Eat La Mesa
Immaculate Mexican food experience. This building is enormous and is built like an old Mexican mission. Ornate decor inside is all authentic from Mexico.
Eat Swine Dining BBQ
Started out on the BBQ Competition circuit and cooking for friends, then selling roadside BBQ and at last a restaurant.
Drink
Drink DJ's Dugout
A top notch sports bar. It has great American style food and it has keno, competitive TV quizzes, and big screen TVs.
Drink Roman Coin Pizza and Varsity's Sports Bar
Sports Bar with a lot of TVs for your viewing needs, enjoy great pizza and beverages.
Sleep
Stay Imperial Motel
Large rooms with kitchen and high speed internet. Kitchenette rooms have a full size refrigerator and oven. Microwave available as well. Regular rooms also have a small refrigerator. Many restaurants within 1 mile.
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