Western Iowa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Western Iowa
Where to stay in Western Iowa
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.
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.
Downtown Northeast
While visiting Downtown Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Joslyn Art Museum and Back-to-the River Trail.
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.
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.
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.
BridgePointe Inn & Suites
"Friendly staff very helpful"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Countryside Inn & Suites
"Noone came into the room for upkeep or fresh towels. Also it was clean but older and small."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
"The room was very outdated and musty. Our towels were musty and had yellow on them like they were smoked around or just absorbed air odor. The bed was actually very comfortable. We slept great. Breakfast was great."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
"Great location, easy check in, will definitely come back"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Arnolds Park
Explore the great outdoors at Arnolds Park, a lovely green space in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
Lake Manawa State Park
You can take time to visit Lake Manawa State Park during your travels to Council Bluffs. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Charles Schwab Field Omaha
Catch an event at Charles Schwab Field Omaha during your trip to Omaha. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
CHI Health Center Omaha
Catch an event at CHI Health Center Omaha during your trip to Omaha. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Creighton University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Creighton University during your trip to Omaha. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
