Plan Your Omaha Visit
We can’t wait to see you!
Once you’ve scheduled your visit, it’s time to start planning.
Below, you’ll find information for your campus visit, where to stay in Omaha, what to do while you’re here and more.
Where Undergraduate Visits Start
Visiting high school students and transfer students will begin their tour at:
Mike and Josie Harper Center
602 N. 20th St.
Omaha, NE 68178
The Harper Center also houses the Heider College of Business, so if you see either sign, you’re in the right place!
Upon arrival (or if you need help finding us), call 402.280.3431. See parking information below.
Where to Start for Graduate Visits
Most graduate visits will begin at:
Mike and Josie Harper Center
602 N. 20th St.
Omaha, NE 68178
Students exploring pharmacy, OT or PT will begin their tour at:
Criss III Rm. 151
27th Plaza and Burt Street
Omaha, NE 68178
Those interested in law will begin at:
Ahmanson Law Center
2133 Cass St.
Omaha, NE 68178
For questions about other visits, please contact us.
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Parking Information
For visiting high school students and those touring the law school, parking is available directly south of the Harper Center. There are spaces designated for Admissions guests, but feel free to use any available spot. Upon arrival (or if you need help finding us), call 402.280.3431.
We’ll meet you outside. If the visitor lot is full, please park in the faculty/staff lot on the northeast corner of 20th and Cass streets.
Students visiting the Werner Center (for OT, PT and pharmacy), can park in the visitor parking spaces in the lot directly east of the building.
Accommodations
We are committed to hosting inclusive and accessible events that allow all individuals, including those with disabilities, to fully participate. If you or any of your guests require accommodations, please let us know. For additional questions or to provide more information, please feel free to contact the Visit and Events team at 402.280.2703 or email admissionsevents@creighton.edu.
Staying in Omaha
Omaha Eats
Omaha is consistently ranked a top foodie city, and whether you’re in the mood for an Omaha steak or vegetarian fare, there are lots of great restaurants near Creighton’s campus.
Creighton Events to Attend
Bluejays support Bluejays, whether it’s cheering on the basketball teams or attending the spring ballet. Check out our Fine and Performing Arts schedule to see if you can catch a show or see if there’s a Division I game you can attend.
Visit Omaha’s Renowned Zoo
The Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is one of the best in the nation, and it’s minutes away from campus. Be sure to add it to your itinerary!
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Download Omaha Campus Maps
From the East
- Take I-80 West across the Missouri River.
- Take exit 452 to I-480/Hwy 75 North toward Eppley Airfield/Downtown (get into far right lanes).
- Take exit 2A, Dodge/Harney Streets.
- Turn right onto Douglas (one way east).
- Turn left onto 24th Street, which will take you to the center of campus.
From the West
- Take I-80 East
- Take exit 452 to I-480/Hwy 75 North toward Eppley Airfield/Downtown (get into far right lanes).
- Take exit 2A, Dodge/Harney Streets.
- Turn right onto Douglas (one way east).
- Turn left onto 24th Street which will take you to the center of campus.
From the North
- Follow I-29 South.
- Take exit 53B to I-480 West/Highway 6 (taking you over the Missouri River and into Omaha).
- Take exit 4 onto Dodge Street (the cross streets will start at 10th Street and go up).
- Turn right onto 24th Street, which will take you to the center of campus.
From the South
- Follow I-29 North.
- Merge with I-80 West (in Council Bluffs, Iowa).
- Follow signs for I-29 N (Sioux City, Exit 1A).
- Take exit 53B to I-480 West/Highway 6 (taking you over the Missouri River and into Omaha).
- Take exit 4 onto Dodge Street (the cross streets will start at 10th Street and go up).
- Turn right onto 24th Street, which will lead you to the center of campus.
From Southern Nebraska
- Follow Highway 75 North (North Omaha Freeway).
- Merge with I-480/Highway 75 North toward Eppley Airfield/Downtown (get into far right lanes).
- Take exit 2A, Dodge/Harney Streets.
- Turn right onto Douglas (one way east).
- Turn left onto 24th Street.
From the Airport
- Exit the airport by turning left onto Abbott Drive (heading south approximately 3 miles).
- Abbott Drive will turn into Cuming Street (heading west).
- Turn left at 16th Street (for about 0.1 mile).
- Turn right onto Burt Street.
- Turn left onto 24th Street.
