- The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Missouri Valley, Iowa, including 40 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- From Desoto National Wildlife Refuge to Loess Hills Lavender Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Missouri Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Omaha, Council Bluffs, Boonville and Boys Town.
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1434 316th Lane, Missouri Valley, IA 51555
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The Missouri Valley is home to the Desoto National Wildlife Refuge. This establishment is managed by the U.S. Department of Fish & Wildlife Service, and is an important participant in national waterfowl habitat conservation.
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2278 Loess Hills Trail, Missouri Valley, IA 51555
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The place is known for its vast expanse of lavender plantations. It's a soothing experience to stroll along watching all the exhibitions and also the pink bus tour ride. Lavender-based products are available for purchase.
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Katy Trail State Park, Boonville, MO
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Passing through Katy Trail State Park and extending nearly 3,700 miles, Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail commemorates the expedition of Lewis and Clark. The trail provides wildlife such as deer and can be used for hiking.
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A wealth of unusual native plants and animals are found at the Hitchcock Nature Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The Center never closes and is a popular destination for nature lovers, bird watchers, hikers, mountain bikers, cross-country ski enthusiasts and tobogganers.
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5730 North 30th Street, #11B, Omaha, NE 68111
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Authentically restored to its former glory, the General Crook House Museum features an in depth look at life in the late 1800s. The furnishings are from the 1880 Victorian period which complement the Italianate style structure.
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Rainbow Point, north on Eighth Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
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Explorers Lewis & Clark passed through Iowa on their western journey, and a portion of that route is preserved at the Lewis & Clark Monument & Scenic Overlook in Council Bluffs, Iowa. It is a phenomenal venue for panoramic nature photography and a must-see attraction for American history buffs.
19.2 Miles
Freedom Park Navy Museum is home to the only target and training USN submarine left in the world, the only Admiral Class Minesweeper left in the world and the only complete collection of USN anti-aircraft guns held in one park.
20.2 Miles
The Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge is a 3,000-foot long bridge designed for walkers and bikers and is the longest pedestrian bridge that linking two states. The cable stay bridge is 15 feet wide and sixty feet above the water.
20.2 Miles
The home stadium of the Creighton University Bluejay baseball team, the TD Ameritrade Park has 24,000 seats. From home play to left field is 335 yards, left center field is 375 yards, center field is 408 yards, right center field is 375 yards and right fight is 335 yards.
20.2 Miles
First run documentaries, independent productions, and foreign films make their theatrical premieres in Omaha at Film Streams. Classic movies from the golden age of cinema and the Met Opera in HD are also presented regularly.