
Tale Trail Passport Tour
Explore cozy bookshops and visit spots tied to beloved authors, where words come to life and history is written between the shelves. Whether you're a bookworm or love a good story, this tour celebrates the magic of literature and the places that inspire it.
Tale Trail is one of 10 tours on the 2025 Passport program. Visit NebraskaPassport.com for more information on the tours!
The Cenacle Bookstore and Cafe
1304 Courthouse Ave
Auburn
402-414-5070
Hours
Mon-Thurs 10a.m.-2p.m.; Fri-Sat 10a.m.-6p.m.
This family-owned spot offers espresso, pastries, gelato and seasonal sandwiches or soups. Browse a wide selection of books and gifts and explore local art in the in-house gallery at a cozy setting.

Bess Streeter Aldrich House
Tour the stunning 1922 prairie mansion of Nebraska Hall of Fame author Bess Streeter Aldrich. Explore original artifacts, educational exhibits, the Aldrich Gardens, Aldrich Park and the nearby MoPac Trail.

Bryant Books & Music
625 W 2nd St
Hastings
402-303-8554
Hours
Mon-Wed 10a.m.-5:30p.m.; Thurs 10a.m.-8p.m.; Fri 10a.m.-5:30p.m. Sat 10a.m.-4p.m.
Explore our curated selection of new books, sheet music, vinyl records and gifts. Surrounded by original architecture, local art and live music, it’s the perfect place to meet friends, find a gift or discover your next favorite read.

Elleinad Books
Check out Nebraska’s only dedicated children’s bookstore. With blocks, puzzles, coloring pages and games, it’s the perfect destination to relax. The store offers books for all ages, from young children to young adult.

Sower Books
It’s more than a bookstore! Come see adoptable kitties that are kept separate from the sales floor, or enjoy plenty of space to hang out with friends while playing games and reading. The atmosphere is proudly Nebraskan and strives to be open and inclusive to all.

The Next Chapter Books
2508 Farnam St
Omaha
531-218-7996
Hours
Tues-Sat 10a.m.-6p.m.; Sun 11a.m.-4p.m.
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A cozy haven for book lovers and gift seekers. Offering a curated selection of new books across genres. Visitors can relax with a drink by the fireplace or on the patio with their next great read.

Hotel Garber
Escape to where history, literature, and hospitality meet. Nestled in the landscapes that inspired Willa Cather’s works, this boutique hotel offers modern comforts and a deep connection to Nebraska’s heritage.
