Western Iowa

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Western Iowa

Downtown Omaha featuring a skyscraper, central business district and night scenes

Downtown Omaha

4/5(10 area reviews)

Explore the historic core of Omaha, where you'll find the Old Market Historic District, offering boutique shops, dining, and cultural activities. Don't miss the Orpheum Theater and Omaha Children's Museum nearby.

Downtown Omaha
Old Market showing 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
Pioneer Courage Park which includes a park

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 which includes a bridge, hiking or walking and a river or creek

NoDo District

The abundant dining options and 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

Though Dahlman might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum.

Dahlman
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Little Italy

While Little Italy isn't home to many top sights, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Little Italy
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 CA $82 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
CA $82
CA $91 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,180 reviews)
The room had visible cleanable stains and was generally unclean.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,425 reviews)
My favorite spot in Sioux City! I love having a hot tub in the living room. Close walking distance to Hardrock, and night life, etc.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

2.5 out of 5
17 Arena Way Council Bluffs IA
The price is CA $133 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
CA $133
CA $149 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Clean, quiet and staff was respectful

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
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 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
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark ...
10/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
beautiful condo and view.. found some areas were missed in the cleaning

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes
Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat

Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat

Arnolds Park IA
Stay at this vacation home in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat
Great views! Third floor end unit - Indoor parking!

Great views! Third floor end unit - Indoor parking!

Arnolds Park IA
Stay at this condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
The condo is amazing. Communication with the host was easy, Wyatt is very quick to respond. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook. The amenities are top notch. We will definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Great views! Third floor end unit - Indoor parking!
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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