Things to do in Eastern Iowa

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Dubuque featuring a sunset, a bridge and a river or creek
Dubuque showing farmland, tranquil scenes and landscape views
Davenport featuring a bridge, flowers and a river or creek
Dubuque showing industrial elements
Vander Veer Botanical Park which includes a garden and a lake or waterhole

Eastern Iowa Attractions

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What to do in Eastern Iowa

Free Things to Do in Eastern Iowa

They say the best things in life are free. Check out the following around Eastern Iowa:

The Carl and Mary Koehler History Center - Chat to the staff and find out about the collections on display at this museum.

Czech Village - Pull out your guidebook and find out why this place deserves a spot on your must-see list.

Noelridge Park - Prepare a picnic and enjoy a leisurely stroll around the trees and shrubs.

Things to Do in Eastern Iowa with Kids

Eastern Iowa has plenty of close by fun experiences for you and your kids. Our family friendly experiences will keep the gang entertained for days.


 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Eastern Iowa

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Eastern Iowa

Downtown Dubuque which includes a river or creek and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Downtown Dubuque

Take a trip through time as you stroll down the historic streets of this eastern Iowa city. Visit cafés, shops and galleries in revitalized heritage buildings.

Downtown Dubuque
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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
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.

Southwest Area
Davenport which includes a city and a river or creek

Downtown Davenport

4/5(76 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Davenport, you might make a stop by sights like Davenport Skybridge and Rhythm City Casino.

Downtown Davenport
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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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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Popular day trips from Eastern Iowa

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What can you do in Eastern Iowa for free?
You could put your money in the hotel safe for the day, because these terrific attractions will cost you nothing:

  • University of Iowa
  • Diamond Jo Casino
  • Field of Dreams
  • Rhythm City Casino

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