Western Iowa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Henry Doorly Zoo featuring interior views and bird life as well as a small group of people
Lauritzen Gardens showing a park and wild flowers
Omaha Children\'s Museum which includes interior views
Heartland of America Park which includes a fountain, a sunset and a lake or waterhole
Joslyn Art Museum featuring interior views and art

Where to stay in Western Iowa

Downtown Omaha which includes a high-rise building, night scenes and modern architecture

Downtown Omaha

5/5(5 area reviews)

Downtown Omaha is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Holland Performing Arts Center and First National Bank Tower, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Omaha.

Downtown Omaha
Old Market featuring signage as well as an individual female

Old Market

Old Market is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, a top place to visit in the area.

Old Market
Downtown Omaha which includes a high-rise building, night scenes and modern architecture

Downtown Northeast

While visiting Downtown Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Joslyn Art Museum and Omaha Civic Auditorium.

Downtown Northeast
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge featuring cuddly or friendly animals, a bridge and a garden

NoDo District

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to NoDo District. A stop by Charles Schwab Field Omaha or CHI Health Center Omaha might round out your trip.

NoDo District
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Dahlman

While Dahlman may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Durham Museum and Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino.

Dahlman
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East Omaha

East Omaha is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Missouri River and Freedom Park Navy Museum.

East Omaha
Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City

Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City

2.5 out of 5
300 3rd Street Sioux City IA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sioux City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,369 reviews)
Loved the character of the place, and staff was excellent

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City
Countryside Inn & Suites

Countryside Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
3208 S 7th St Council Bluffs IA
The price is AU$103 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
AU$103
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,029 reviews)
Very clean, friendly staff, excellent for over night stay

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Countryside Inn & Suites
Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

4 out of 5
2200 River Road Council Bluffs IA
The price is AU$148 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$148
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The room was nice- excellent buffet and food credit for becoming rewards member

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio

Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio

ARNOLDS PARK IA
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Great location, very comfortable with all the amenities and then some. The owner goes out of her way to be welcoming and helpful.

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio
Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes

Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes

Arnolds Park IA
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
We had an amazing “sisters” weekend! Our condo was absolutely stunning and we enjoyed every minute of our time there!!! We will definitely be back!!

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes
PRIME LOCATION AT BRIDGES BAY RESORT!!!

PRIME LOCATION AT BRIDGES BAY RESORT!!!

Arnolds Park IA
Stay at this holiday home in Arnolds Park. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Perfect for hunting

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

PRIME LOCATION AT BRIDGES BAY RESORT!!!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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