This WorldWeb.com travel and tourism guide for Council Bluffs, featuring hotels and other accommodations, tours, attractions, events, shopping and more, will help you plan a successful visit to Council Bluffs, Iowa, U.S.A.

On Iowa's western border, Council Bluffs offers plenty of historical and modern-day attractions to its residents and visitors. Some of the city's rich history can be experienced at the General Dodge House, the 1869 residence of famed Civil War general Grenville Dodge. The Union Pacific Railroad Museum showcases one of the oldest corporate collections in the country with various railroad-related artifacts, exhibitions and dioramas on display. Newcomers to Council Bluffs will notice the many monuments on the streets commemorating figures from the city's past like famed 19th-century explorers Lewis and Clark. After exploring the city's historic sites and museums, visitors can unwind in Council Bluff's three casinos or enjoy a day on the links at the city's numerous public golf courses. As part of the booming Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan area, Council Bluffs is just 8 mi (13 km) from Omaha, Nebraska, and its attractions.