• What makes Council Bluffs, Iowa, a surprising destination?
    • The city of Council Bluffs, Iowa, is a place that pleasantly surprises many people.
    • While at first glance the city may not seem like much, it offers many different things to do for a broad variety of interests.
  • What attractions are available for train and railroad enthusiasts?
    • Train and railroad enthusiasts can head to the RailsWest Railroad Museum or the Union Pacific Railroad Museum.
  • What can architecture and history buffs explore?
    • Architecture or history buffs can explore the Historic General Dodge House and the Pottawattamie County Squirrel Cage Jail and Museum.
  • What are some additional entertainment options in Council Bluffs?
    • For more fun, there’s the Horseshoe Council Bluffs casino and the Mid-America Center.

1. Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Union Pacific Railroad Museum
© Union Pacific Railroad Museum

2. Pottawattamie County Squirrel Cage Jail and Museum

Pottawattamie County Squirrel Cage Jail and Museum
© Pottawattamie County Squirrel Cage Jail and Museum

3. Historic General Dodge House

Historic General Dodge House
© Historic General Dodge House

4. Horseshoe Council Bluffs

Horseshoe Council Bluffs
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5. Mid-America Center

Mid-America Center
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6. Kanesville Tabernacle

Kanesville Tabernacle
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7. RailsWest Railroad Museum & HO Model Display

RailsWest Railroad Museum & HO Model Display
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8. Lake Manawa State Park

Lake Manawa State Park
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9. Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park

Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park
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10. Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs
© Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

11. Bayliss Park

Bayliss Park
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12. Joe’s Karting

Joe’s Karting
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13. Ditmars Orchard

Ditmars Orchard
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14. Full Fledged Brewing Company

Full Fledged Brewing Company
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