- TripBuzz found 71 things to do with kids in or near Council Bluffs, Iowa, including 56 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Omaha, Bellevue, Papillion and Missouri Valley.
- From Kids Quest to Lake Manawa Beach, the Council Bluffs area offers 46 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, History Museums, Other Adventures and Children's Play Area.
- Located on the east bank of the Missouri River is the city of Council Bluffs. The city is known as the historical starting point of the Mormon Trail and part of the Oregon Trail Route. The downtown district is home to many historical buildings and is the most frequented area by tourists for its selection of museums, shops and eateries. Also popular are the water recreation opportunities along the river.
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Massive menu of Japanese classics, including hibachi-grilled steak, udon soup with shrimp tempura, and more than 20 specialty maki rolls
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605 South 3rd Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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Built during the Civil War, the Historic General Dodge House is now a museum and historical site dedicated to General Grenvill Dodge, an American military hero and railroad construction pioneer. Guided tours are available and depart from the gift shop.
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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.
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Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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Stretching 63 miles from end to end, the Wabash Trace Nature Trail has a crushed limestone surface that makes it ideal for biking as well as walking, jogging, or hiking. The trail runs through scenic wilderness.
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Chanticleer Theatre presents a wide array of shows including the classics, regional premiers, new releases, and family-centered performances. They also encourage community involvement by hiring only local directors and casting local actors for their productions.
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2701 23rd Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
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Bluffs Run Casino & Greyhound Park shows live greyhound racing along with simulcast horse racing, and the casino contains slots, table games and a poker room. The race viewing room is stocked with TVs and a restaurant and bar.
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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.
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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.
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100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE 68108
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Visitors to Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center can visit the arboretum and bird sanctuary, featuring Nebraska's seven regional plant communities. While at the center, visitors can stroll through many other gardens including an English perennial border garden, a rose garden, and a tree peony garden.
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Old Market in Omaha, Nebraska, is one of the oldest areas of the town. Old Market offers a variety of services including many fine dining experiences, art galleries, antique stores, and carriage rides.
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The Durham Museum is located in the Art Deco building that once was Union Square. The museum has permanent exhibits like the Swanson Gallery, the Union Pacific Train Cars, and the Byron Reed Collection, as well as many temporary exhibits from the Smithsonian, and the Library of Congress National Archives.