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 First National Bank Tower, 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 Spirit of Nebraska's Wilderness Park.
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.
Little Italy
While there might not be top attractions in Little Italy, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum.
BridgePointe Inn & Suites
Clean room. Warm and welcoming staff. Hidden gem.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
Room clean staff helpful
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City
Nicely appointed rooms that are clean. Comfortable beds, nice shower. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
The property had the basics of what we needed and worked well for our family. Staff had great communication. Laundry was good.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 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.
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.
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.
Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino during your visit to Council Bluffs? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
