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

Downtown Omaha is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Holland Performing Arts Center and CHI Health Center Omaha, 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 Back-to-the River Trail.

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 Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum.

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
BridgePointe Inn & Suites

BridgePointe Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
3619 9th Ave, I-29 & I-80, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is AU$129 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$129
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,745 reviews)
"Easy to get on I29 or 480"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

BridgePointe Inn & Suites
Countryside Inn & Suites

Countryside Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
3208 S 7th St, Council Bluffs, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$120 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$120
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Would still like all hotels to have a recliner available for people who cannot sleep in a bed."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Countryside Inn & Suites
Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City

Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City

2.5 out of 5
300 3rd Street, Sioux City, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sioux City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,389 reviews)
"Nice property and staff was greatb"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City
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.
Lakefront BB Corner Condo.
Expanded deck & panoramic views & 6 waterpark passes.

Lakefront BB Corner Condo. Expanded deck & panoramic views & 6 waterpark passes.

Arnolds Park
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions West Okoboji Lake and 'Boji ...
10/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"We had a great stay. This is one of the nicest condos we have stayed at in Okoboji. The deck and view were spectacular. The condo had everything we needed. It was clean and comfortable. A big bonus was being able to use the garage, since we came on a busy weekend and parking near the condo was at ..."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Lakefront BB Corner Condo. Expanded deck & panoramic views & 6 waterpark passes.
Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay.

Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay.

Arnolds Park
Book a stay at this golf condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions West Okoboji Lake and 'Boji Splash Indoor ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (165 reviews)
"Great stay! Beautiful condo with gorgeous view! Walking distance (about a mile) to plenty of activities."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay.
Bring ALL of your family and friends to stay at the Central Stay Cation in Arnolds Park!

Bring ALL of your family and friends to stay at the Central Stay Cation in Arnolds Park!

Arnolds Park
Stay at this vacation home in Arnolds Park. Enjoy laundry facilities, a pool table, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions West Okoboji Lake and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay at this property for our family reunion! It was perfect for our large group — plenty of space, beautiful and comfortable rooms, and lots of gathering areas for meals and hangouts. The beds were super comfy, and everything was clean and high-quality. The house was also accessible ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Bring ALL of your family and friends to stay at the Central Stay Cation in Arnolds Park!
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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