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RailsWest Railroad Museum

1512 S. Main St., Council Bluffs, IA, 51503

RailsWest Railroad Museum is off I-80 exit 3 at jct. 16th Ave. and S. Main St. The restored 1899 Rock Island Depot features displays of railroad memorabilia and an extensive HO-scale operating model railroad. Highlights of the outdoor railcar display include a restored mail car and a Rock Island caboose as well as two steam locomotives: the “Union Pacific 814” and the “Burlington 915.” Guided tours are available by appointment (minimum 15 people). Guided tours are available. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.

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