Iowa Local Expert: Find Things To Do in Iowa

Dubuque featuring a river or creek, a sunset and modern architecture

Des Moines featuring a city, a skyscraper and a sunset

Figge Art Museum which includes art and interior views

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes interior views

What to do in Iowa

Popular places to visit

Iowa State University

Visit this public university to learn about its agricultural history and explore the many museums and cultural centers on the campus.

Adventureland

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Cedar Rapids - Iowa City showing a house and heritage elements

Amana Colonies

Explore the traditional restaurants and artisanal boutiques and learn the customs in the villages of this former self-sufficient German settlement.

University of Iowa

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Iowa during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Jordan Creek Town Center

You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Iowa State Fairgrounds

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Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Drake University

Explore the campus of Drake University during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Kinnick Stadium

Catch an event at Kinnick Stadium during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics

If University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City.

Areas of Iowa

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

Downtown Des Moines

4/5(1 area review)

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

Downtown Dubuque

Travellers come to Downtown Dubuque for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Five Flags Center and Fourth Street Elevator while you're in town.

Davenport which includes a river or creek and a city

Downtown Davenport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Davenport, Davenport Skybridge and Rhythm City Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Iowa River Landing

While visiting Iowa River Landing, you might make a stop by sights like Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse and Johnson County Historical Society.

National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library featuring interior views and heritage elements

Southwest Area

While visiting Southwest Area, you might make a stop by sights like Czech Village and National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.