Iowa Travel Guide

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

Elwood the World's Largest Gnome Ames 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!

Iowa State Fair Straw Sculpture

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

Dubuque Iowa Mississippi River Walk

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!

Dubuque on Ice Brewfest

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)

Field of Dreams Ghost Players

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!

Manchester Water Park

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

Iowa Facts - Iowa 80 Truckstop

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

Iowa Travel Guide Midwest USA