Sioux City Travel Guide

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Sioux City, located in the picturesque region of Iowa in the United States, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Steeped in history and surrounded by natural beauty, Sioux City offers a unique blend of culture, adventure, and relaxation.

For history enthusiasts, a visit to the Sergeant Floyd Monument is a must. This iconic landmark commemorates the final resting place of Sergeant Charles Floyd, the only casualty of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Take a moment to reflect on the courage and resilience of these explorers as you soak in the breathtaking views of the Missouri River.

Nature lovers will be enthralled by the stunning beauty of the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center. With its vast network of trails, visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surrounding woodlands, wetlands, and prairies. Keep an eye out for the diverse wildlife that calls this area home, including white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and various bird species.

For a taste of Sioux City's vibrant arts scene, head to the Sioux City Art Center. This dynamic cultural hub showcases a wide range of contemporary and traditional artwork, including paintings, sculptures, and multimedia installations. Take a leisurely stroll through the galleries and let the creativity of local and international artists inspire you.

No visit to Sioux City would be complete without experiencing the thrill of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City. Test your luck at the gaming tables, catch a live concert by world-renowned artists, or indulge in a sumptuous meal at one of the many dining options available. With its lively atmosphere and endless entertainment, this iconic venue promises an unforgettable night out.

As the day draws to a close, relax and unwind at the awe-inspiring Sioux City Riverfront. Watch as the sun sets over the Missouri River, casting a golden glow on the surrounding landscape. Take a leisurely stroll along the riverwalk, breathe in the fresh air, and let the beauty of Sioux City wash over you.

Alternative names: Founded: 1854 (170 years ago)Population: 82.8 thous.Area: 59.61 mi²Elevation: 1115 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°29'40"N, 96°24'16"W

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Sioux City Attractions - What to See and Explore

Sioux City offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: McCook Lake, Orpheum Theatre, Sioux City Art Center, Sergeant Floyd. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

42°32'35"N • 96°30'30"W
McCook Lake
McCook Lake is a natural oxbow lake found in Union County, South Dakota, United States, about one mile north of North Sioux City. It was formed from a "cutoff" of the Missouri River.
Concerts and shows • Theater
Orpheum Theatre
The Orpheum Theatre, also known as New Orpheum Theatre and Orpheum Electric Building, is a performing arts center located at 528 S. Pierce Street in Sioux City, Iowa. Built in 1927 as a vaudeville and movie palace, the theatre was restored in 1999 and today is the home of the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra.
Museum • Art gallery • Art museum
Sioux City Art Center
The Sioux City Art Center began as a Works Progress Administration project in 1937 when the Art Center Association of Sioux City, the Sioux City Junior League, as well as other community supporters, received a grant of $3,000 to create the first art center.

Museum • Visitor center • History museum
Sergeant Floyd
Sergeant Floyd is a historic museum boat, serving as the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center at 1000 Larsen Park Road in Sioux City, Iowa.
Museum • Specialty museum • History museum
Sioux City Public Museum
The Sioux City Public Museum is a museum about the history and culture of Sioux City, Iowa. Displays include a video about the city's history, Native American artifacts, pioneer artifacts, historic transportation vehicles, agriculture, industry, geology and fossils.
Church • Gothic Revival architecture
Cathedral of the Epiphany
The Cathedral of the Epiphany is a cathedral and a parish church located in Sioux City, Iowa, United States. It is the seat of the Diocese of Sioux City.
Monuments and statues • Memorial
Sergeant Floyd Monument
The Sergeant Floyd Monument is a monument on the Missouri River at Floyd's Bluff in Sioux City, Iowa, USA. The monument honors Charles Floyd, a member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, who died on the upstream voyage in 1804 and was buried here.
42°29'25"N • 96°24'56"W
Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center and Betty Strong Encounter Center
Museum • History museum
Bridge
Siouxland Veterans Memorial Bridge
The Siouxland Veterans Memorial Bridge is a through arch bridge which carries U.S. Route 77 across the Missouri River between Sioux City, Iowa, and South Sioux City, Nebraska.
Church • Downtown Sioux City
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is located in Sioux City, Iowa, United States. Designed by architect William L. Steele, the church building has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1998.
Museum • History museum • Romanesque architecture
Peirce Mansion
The Peirce Mansion is a 23-room mansion located in Sioux City, Iowa. From 1960 until 2011, the mansion was home to the Sioux City Public Museum with exhibits relating to the history of the region. It is still owned by the Sioux City Public Museum and has now been restored to a Victorian-era appearance.
William L. Steele • Tower
Woodbury County Courthouse
The Woodbury County Courthouse is located at 620 Douglas Street in Sioux City, the county seat of Woodbury County, Iowa, United States.
Church • William L. Steele
First Congregational Church
The First Congregational Church, also known as Iglesia Pentecostes Evangelica Principe de Paz, is a house of worship located in Sioux City, Iowa, United States. An architectural rarity, it is one of a small group of churches in the Prairie School style of architecture.
Nightlife • Music and shows • Park
Grandview Park Music Pavilion
The Grandview Park Music Pavilion is a historic structure located in Sioux City, Iowa, United States. The Monahan Post Band raised money in 1930 to build a modest music shell in the park.
Church • Romanesque architecture
St. Boniface Catholic Church
St. Boniface Catholic Church is a parish of the Diocese of Sioux City. The church is located in a residential area west of downtown Sioux City, Iowa, United States.
Church • Gothic Revival architecture
Augustana Lutheran Church
Augustana Lutheran Church is an Evangelical Lutheran Church in America congregation located in Sioux City, Iowa, United States. The church building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006 as Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Augustana Church.
Church • Romanesque architecture
St. Thomas Episcopal Church
St. Thomas Episcopal Church is a parish church in the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa. The church is located in Sioux City, Iowa, United States. The church building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
42°29'38"N • 96°24'36"W
Simmons Hardware Company Warehouse
The Simmons Hardware Company Warehouse, also known as the Battery Building, is a historic warehouse located in Sioux City, Iowa that is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Romanesque architecture • Downtown Sioux City
Boston Block
The Boston Block, also known as Aalfs Manufacturing Company, is a historic building located in Sioux City, Iowa, United States. The city experienced a building boom that began in the late 1880s and continued into the early 1890s.

Things to See and Do in Sioux City by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Sioux City.

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Floyd Park Golf Course
Morningside, Sioux City
Golf
Tyson Events Center
Sioux City
Arenas and stadiumsHockeyFootballDowntown Sioux City
Sioux City Municipal Auditorium
Sioux City
SportSport venueDowntown Sioux City

Church

Cathedral of the Epiphany
North Side, Sioux City
ChurchGothic Revival architectureThe Near North Side
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Sioux City
ChurchDowntown Sioux City
First Congregational Church
North Side, Sioux City
ChurchWilliam L. SteeleThe Near North Side
St. Boniface Catholic Church
West Side, Sioux City
ChurchRomanesque architecture
Augustana Lutheran Church
Sioux City
ChurchGothic Revival architectureDowntown Sioux City

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Museum

Sioux City Art Center
Sioux City
MuseumArt galleryArt museumDowntown Sioux City
Sergeant Floyd
West Side, Sioux City
MuseumVisitor centerHistory museum
Sioux City Public Museum
Sioux City
MuseumSpecialty museumHistory museumDowntown Sioux City
Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center and Betty Strong Encounter Center
West Side, Sioux City
MuseumHistory museum
Peirce Mansion
North Side, Sioux City
MuseumHistory museumRomanesque architecture

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History museum

Sergeant Floyd
West Side, Sioux City
MuseumVisitor centerHistory museum
Sioux City Public Museum
Sioux City
MuseumSpecialty museumHistory museumDowntown Sioux City
Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center and Betty Strong Encounter Center
West Side, Sioux City
MuseumHistory museum
Peirce Mansion
North Side, Sioux City
MuseumHistory museumRomanesque architecture
Mid America Museum of Aviation & Transportation
Sioux City
MuseumHistory museum

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William L. Steele

Woodbury County Courthouse
North Side, Sioux City
William L. SteeleTowerThe Near North Side
First Congregational Church
North Side, Sioux City
ChurchWilliam L. SteeleThe Near North Side
Ben and Harriet Schulein House
North Side, Sioux City
William L. Steele
Florence Crittenton Home and Maternity Hospital
North Side, Sioux City
William L. Steele
H.H. Everist House
North Side, Sioux City
William L. SteeleThe Heights

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Day trips

Sioux City – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Sioux City, it's worth seeing attractions such as: National Music Museum (Vermillion), Blue Bunny Ice Cream Parlor and Museum (Le Mars), Lewis and Clark State Park (Onawa).

33 milesNW
Specialty museum, Art museum, Museum
National Music Museum, Vermillion
The National Music Museum: America's Shrine to Music & Center for Study of the History of Musical Instruments is a musical instrument museum in Vermillion, South Dakota, United States.
24 milesNE
42°47'41"N • 96°10'0"W
Blue Bunny Ice Cream Parlor and Museum, Le Mars
Visitor center, History museum, Museum
34 milesS
State park, Park
Lewis and Clark State Park, Onawa
Lewis and Clark State Park is a state park in the US state of Iowa consisting of 176 acres located in Monona County. The park features camping, picnicking, boating, swimming, and fishing on 250-acre Blue Lake.
24 milesNE
Museum, History museum
Plymouth County Historical Museum, Le Mars
Plymouth County Historical Museum is located in Le Mars, Iowa, United States. The building was originally Le Mars Central High School. The first school building in the city was constructed on this block in 1876. It was torn down in 1905 when the center part of this building was completed in 1905.
40 milesNE
Church
First Reformed Church, Orange City-Alton
First Reformed Church, founded in 1871, is an active church in the Reformed Church in America located in Orange City, Iowa.

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Best Time To Visit Sioux City

Learn when is the best time to travel to Sioux City weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in May.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and December.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and February. Most of it rains in May and June.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Sioux City?

The top attractions to visit in Sioux City are:

What is the best time to visit Sioux City?

June and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in May. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and December.