Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, IA
Places to go in Council Bluffs
50 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Food & Drink
360 Steakhouse
Eatery on the 12th floor of a casino offering skyline views & traditional steak & seafood dishes.
1 Harrah's Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Nightlife
3rd Base Bar and Grill
800 N 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Food & Drink
712 Eat + Drink
Relaxed strip-mall outpost serving contemporary American plates plus Sunday brunch & cocktails.
1851 Madison Ave #700, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Nightlife
Barley's
Striking bar & grill with brick-lined walls & a vintage vibe serving American eats & beer on tap.
114 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Outdoors
Bayliss Park
Park & plaza with a center fountain with light & water displays, plus a performance space & gardens.
100 Pearl St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Food & Drink
BBQ Brothers
321 Comanche St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Outdoors
Big Lake Park
2600 N 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Sports & Recreation
Bowlero Council Bluffs
1900 Madison Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Sports & Recreation
Broadway Skate Park
Destination for skateboarding & rollerblading with a rail, stairs & other amenities for tricks.
Broadway Park, 1300 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Food & Drink
Buck Snort
Laid-back sports bar & eatery offering classic pub grub such as burgers & pizza plus beers on tap.
25 Scott St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Nightlife
Caddy's Brunch Bar
103 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Outdoors
DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge and Museum
Diverse landscape featuring a variety of wildlife & a visitor center with old steamboat artifacts.
1434 316th Ln, Missouri Valley, IA 51555, USA
Outdoors
Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard
19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Nightlife
Dubliner Pub
Irish-themed haunt offering an array of brews & live music nights in a relaxed basement space.
1205 Harney St, Omaha, NE 68102, USA
Outdoors
Fairmount Park Splash Pad
E Graham Ave & Park Entrance St, Fairmount Park, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Food & Drink
Guy Fieri's Kitchen + Bar
One Harrahs Blvd Harrah's, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Arts & Culture
Historic General Dodge House Museum
This Victorian mansion & onetime residence of a local railroad tycoon offers a peek into the past.
605 S 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Food & Drink
Home Team Cookout
3150 24th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Shopping
JCPenney
Chain department store selling a wide selection of brand-name clothing, footwear, furniture & more.
3333 Marketplace Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Arts & Culture
Joe's Karting
Public go-kart facility for racing plus training courses for underage/unlicensed drivers.
2121 S 32nd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Outdoors
Lake Manawa Beach & Picnic
1101 S Shore Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Outdoors
Lake Manawa Dream Land Park
93 Dreamland Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
Food & Drink
Legends Cafe
501 S Main St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
Outdoors
Lewis and Clark Park & Monument
Sweeping overlook & monument commemorating the expedition's meeting with Oto and Missouria Indians.
19962 Monument Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA