Western Iowa, IA

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Western Iowa

Downtown Omaha featuring modern architecture, night scenes and a city

Downtown Omaha

4/5(1,476 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 which includes signage as well as an individual femail

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 featuring modern architecture, night scenes and a city

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 river or creek, hiking or walking and a sunset

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
Eppley airfield near Omaha. River Missouri snakes past the airfield!

East Omaha

3.5/5(119 area reviews)

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 ￥11,103 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
￥11,103
￥12,435 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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 Sep 25, 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 ￥10,447 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
￥10,447
￥11,700 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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! (1,027 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 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 Sep 24, 2025

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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
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! (83 reviews)
"Beautiful condo, very clean and had amazing views. The deck was perfect with a fire pit and plenty of seating for cool evenings. The underground garage was great since it was raining one of the days. The hosts were quick to respond when needed. Really enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes
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 Sep 1, 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 Sep 8, 2025

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

Henry Doorly Zoo which includes zoo animals

Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Journey through the world’s biggest indoor desert, spot magnificent creatures in the aquarium and explore indoor rainforests and swamps in Nebraska’s premier zoo.

Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Saw this outside the Hard Rock

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City

Why not try your luck with a visit to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City during your visit to Sioux City? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City
One of the largest county fairs in the country, and the largest in the state of Iowa.

Clay County Fairgrounds

Enjoy a stop at Clay County Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Spencer. Discover the area's festivals and churches.

Clay County Fairgrounds
Omaha Children\'s Museum showing interior views

Omaha Children's Museum

Bring the little ones to this exciting museum to role play as doctors, make art with light and run through a fountain.

Omaha Children's Museum

CHI Health Center Omaha

Catch an event at CHI Health Center Omaha during your trip to Omaha. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

CHI Health Center Omaha

Creighton University

Explore the campus of Creighton University, during your trip to Omaha. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Creighton University

Cities near Western Iowa

Omaha featuring night scenes, a skyscraper and a river or creek

Omaha

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park which includes an administrative buidling, snow and heritage architecture

Nebraska City

Spirit Lake

Spirit Lake

Okoboji

Okoboji