Things to do in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City

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Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring an administrative buidling and heritage architecture
Old Capitol Museum showing interior views
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Cedar Rapids - Iowa City showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek
Amana Colonies showing a house, a small town or village and signage

Cedar Rapids - Iowa City Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City

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What to do in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City

Free Things to Do in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City

There's no need to dig deep into your pockets in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City. The following won't cost a penny.

The Carl and Mary Koehler History Center - Roam the halls and explore the intriguing displays and well-curated collections at this museum.

Czech Village - If you'd like to explore a few of the more important or unique places in the community, it's worth visiting this place.

Noelridge Park - Whether you can tell your daffodils from daisies, you'll find beauty in this picturesque display.

Things to Do in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City with Kids

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Cedar Rapids - Iowa City which includes a house and heritage elements

Amana Colonies

4/5(1 review)

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

Amana Colonies

University of Iowa

4.5/5(553 reviews)

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

University of Iowa

Kinnick Stadium

4.5/5(136 reviews)

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

Kinnick Stadium

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics

4.5/5(175 reviews)

Though University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City while you are here.

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics

Rockwell Collins

3.5/5(39 reviews)

Rockwell Collins is just one of the places to see in Cedar Rapids, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Rockwell Collins

Riverside Casino and Golf Resort

4/5(48 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Riverside Casino and Golf Resort during your visit to Riverside? While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Riverside Casino and Golf Resort

Alliant Energy PowerHouse

4/5(92 reviews)

Catch an event at Alliant Energy PowerHouse during your trip to Cedar Rapids. Attend a sporting event in this trendy area.

Alliant Energy PowerHouse

Coral Ridge Mall

4.5/5(467 reviews)

During your visit to Coralville, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Coral Ridge Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Coral Ridge Mall

Carver-Hawkeye Arena

4.5/5(126 reviews)

Catch an event at Carver-Hawkeye Arena during your trip to Iowa City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City

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

Southwest Area

3.5/5(161 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Southwest Area, Czech Village and National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library are top sights worth seeing.

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Iowa River Landing

4/5(205 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Iowa River Landing, Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse and Johnson County Historical Society are top sights worth seeing.

Iowa River Landing
Iowa Museum of Natural History which includes an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and a park

Mann

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Mann, University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Old Capitol Building are top sights worth seeing.

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Twain

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Twain and surrounding area, you can visit Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

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Weber

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

While visiting Weber, you might make a stop by sights like Redbird Farms Wildlife Area and Frytown Conservation Area.

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University Heights

When in University Heights, you can plan a visit to Finkbine Golf Course and Kinnick Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

University Heights
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Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

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Amana Colonies showing a house

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What can you do in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City for free?
Your break in Cedar Rapids - Iowa City won't cost a fortune with free things like these to explore:

  • University of Iowa
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
  • Rockwell Collins
  • Coral Ridge Mall