Iowa makes up one of the 12 Midwest USA states. The Mississippi River runs along the full length of the Eastern side of the state. The population of Iowa is just over 3 million people. It is said to have some of the ‘world’s largest’, including the world’s largest truck stop! Summers are hot and the winters bring freezing cold temperatures and snow.
🏢State Capital: Des Moines
🍽Eat ice cream from Betty Jane Candies in Dubuque, IA
🏨Don’t miss out on a unique stay at the New Day Dairy Guestbarn in Clarksville, IA
🎡Visit the Iowa State Fair!
I spent 4 years living in Dubuque County, Iowa! Here you’ll find all of my Iowa posts, organised by town for your ease!
Fun Facts About Iowa USA – How Many Do You Know?
15 Things To Add To Your Iowa Bucket List!
The Story of the Iowa Freedom Rocks
Pumpkin Patches in Iowa That You Shouldn’t Miss!
18 Awesome Museums In Iowa USA
Free Printable Iowa Activity Sheets For Kids!
Adventure
A Guide to Riving Tubing in Iowa!
OHV Parks and ATV Trails In Iowa USA
3 Awesome Caves In Iowa That You Should Explore!
Roadtrips
America’s Longest Highway: Awesome Events & Roadside Attractions Along Highway 20 in East Iowa!
Accommodation
Iowa Cabin Rentals (With Hot Tubs) For A Fun Midwest Getaway | USA
8 Unique Places To Stay In Iowa USA
Glamping In Iowa: Yurts, Pods & Cabin Glamping Sites In Iowa
Ames
Seeing The CYtes! Things To Do In Ames Iowa
A Brit Trying To Understand American Football: Soccer vs Football
British Restaurants In Central Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Goat Yoga in Iowa at Coco’s Ranch near Cedar Rapids!
Charles City
12 Things To Do In Charles City, Iowa | USA
Clarksville
New Day Dairy: An Authentic Farmstay in Iowa USA
Clear Lake
Glamping In Iowa: Stay in a Yurt in McIntosh Woods State Park!
Davenport (Quad Cities)
Fun Things To Do In Davenport Iowa!
Bars In Davenport Iowa: Analog Arcade Bar
Des Moines
Tips For Visiting The Iowa State Fair!
Dubuque
Things To Do – downtown
40 Top Things To Do in Dubuque Iowa, Recommended By A Local!
Floatation Therapy – My Float Tank Experience at Float & Fly in Dubuque, Iowa!
A Guide To The Dubuque Millwork District: The Coolest Area in Dubuque, Iowa!
Dubuque Murals: Exploring Colourful Street Art Where Iowa Started
A Guide to the Casinos in Dubuque Iowa | USA
The Port of Dubuque: Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium in Dubuque, IA
Exploring The Mississippi Riverwalk Dubuque, Iowa | USA
Visiting The Fenelon Place Elevator in Dubuque, Iowa: Everything You Need To Know!
Hiking & Outdoors
The Best Viewpoints in Dubuque Iowa
9 Places to go Hiking near Dubuque, Iowa!
The Best Hiking Trails at the Mines of Spain, Dubuque IA
Sky Tours Dubuque: Ziplining in Iowa USA!
Visiting the Dubuque Arboretum in Iowa
Skiing In Iowa USA: A Guide To Iowa Ski Resorts
Facts About The Mississippi River: Mississippi River Camping, Beaches & Sandbars
Food & Drink
4 Dubuque Iowa Breweries You Need To Visit (& 1 In Dyersville!)
10 Best Restaurants in Dubuque Iowa (Recommended By A Local)!
Supporting Local Businesses at the Dubuque Farmers Market – Iowa
The Best Desserts and Ice Cream in Dubuque, Iowa!
Made in Iowa: Betty Jane Homemade Candies
Where To Stay
7 Best Hotels In Dubuque Iowa USA
A Stay at the Historic Hotel Julien – Dubuque, IA
Events
Dubuque Christmas Lights And Events 2020: Iowa
2020 Reflections in the Park Dubuque Iowa: Drive Through Christmas Light Display!
Ghost Tours in Iowa | Haunted History Walk at Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque Iowa
Dyersville
‘If You Build It, They’ll Come’: Things To Do in Dyersville Iowa
Ghost Sunday at the Field of Dreams Movie Site (Dyersville, IA)
Grinnell
10 Top Things To Do In Grinnell Iowa
Hotel Grinnell Iowa Review: A Cool Stay In A Converted High School!
Iowa City
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City, IA Review
Iowa City Restaurants: Vue Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
Home Of The Hawkeyes: University of Iowa Athletics Hall Of Fame & Museum
Mason City
11 Fun Things To Do In Mason City Iowa
Maquoketa
Tips for Visiting Maquoketa Caves State Park in Iowa!
Manchester
River Tubing at Manchester Water Park in Iowa!
McGregor
A Glamping & Cave Exploration Adventure at Spook Cave Iowa!
Sheffield
Appreciating Small Town USA Tourism in Sheffield Iowa
Walcott
Iowa 80 Trucking Museum and the World’s Largest Truck Stop USA
Waterloo
Fun Things To Do In Waterloo Iowa (& Cedar Falls)
5 Awesome Parks in Waterloo Iowa, Perfect For Enjoying The Outdoors This Summer! USA
Midwest Round-Ups
20 Places To Visit In The Midwest USA
11 Midwest Winter Getaways To Embrace Or Escape The Cold!
18 of the Best Midwest Fall Getaways | USA
10 Awesome Midwest Spring Break Destinations | USA
The Best Amusement Parks In The Midwest USA
9 Best Water Parks In The Midwest USA
7 Best INDOOR Waterparks In The Midwest USA
9 Best Zoos In The Midwest USA
8 Best Aquariums In The Midwest USA
10 Best Museums In The Midwest USA
Best Midwest State Parks For Adventure
15 Best Campsites in the Midwest USA
Best Midwest Hiking | 10 Best Hikes In The Midwest USA
