10 TOP Things to Do in Eastern Iowa (2024 Activity Guide)

Dubuque which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge

Dubuque featuring farmland, tranquil scenes and a sunset

Davenport showing flowers, a bridge and a river or creek

Vander Veer Botanical Park featuring a park and a lake or waterhole

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Cedar Rapids - Iowa City featuring heritage elements and a house

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 Northern Iowa

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Northern Iowa during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

John Deere Pavilion

At this large exhibit space in Moline, see the green machines that have plowed, dug and cut their way across America for over 175 years.

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Learn about the region’s history and its aquatic life in one location. The role of this important river becomes apparent through the many interactive exhibits.

Maquoketa Caves State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Maquoketa Caves State Park, a lovely green space in Maquoketa. Discover the area's countryside and desert landscape.

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.

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.

Diamond Jo Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Diamond Jo Casino during your time in Dubuque? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Areas of Eastern Iowa

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.

Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring an administrative building, a park and heritage architecture

Mann

While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Old Capitol Building.

Weber

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While Weber may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coral Ridge Mall and Finkbine Golf Course.

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