10 TOP Things to Do in Iowa (2025 Activity Guide)

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

Des Moines featuring a city, a bridge and a sunset

Figge Art Museum featuring interior views and art

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring 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 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.

Maquoketa Caves State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Maquoketa Caves State Park during your travels in Maquoketa. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.

University of Iowa

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Iowa, a top university in Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Iowa State Fairgrounds

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

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.

Kinnick Stadium

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

Areas of Iowa

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

Downtown Des Moines

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The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand 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 Carnegie-Stout Public Library while you're in town.

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 State Historical Museum of Iowa and Wooly's while you're in town.

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse 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.

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