Iowa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular cities in Iowa
Des Moines
Known for Festivals, Sports and Theatres
Admire beautiful buildings and indulge in boutique shopping in Iowa’s capital city, which is also close to hiking trails and adventure parks.
Reasons to visit
- Principal Park
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Dubuque
Known for Rivers, Casinos and Historical
Take a ride on Iowa’s only authentic paddle wheeler, visit a casino or enjoy the many miles of recreational trails in this historic port town.
Reasons to visit
- National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
- Crystal Lake Cave
- Mines of Spain State Recreation Area
Sioux City
Known for Casinos, Theatres and Live music
Reasons to visit
- Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City
- Chief War Eagle Monument
- Stone State Park
Cedar Rapids
Known for Dining, Shopping and Theatres
Come to Cedar Rapids, a blossoming cultural and artistic hub, to see its gorgeous parklands, expansive galleries and the beloved Brucemore heritage mansion.
Reasons to visit
- Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
- National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library
Council Bluffs
Known for Dining, Casinos and Family-friendly
This city, which played a major role in emigrant trails and railroad expansion, is home to museums, casinos and a diverse countryside.
Reasons to visit
- Lake Manawa State Park
- Historic General Dodge House
Davenport
Known for Rivers, Live music and Entertainment
Whether you want to stroll through glorious botanical gardens or learn about the history of the American Midwest, this area in Iowa is the ideal place.
Reasons to visit
- Putnam Museum
Cities in Iowa
Des Moines (and vicinity)
Admire beautiful buildings and indulge in boutique shopping in Iowa’s capital city, which is also close to hiking trails and adventure parks.
Davenport
Whether you want to stroll through glorious botanical gardens or learn about the history of the American Midwest, this area in Iowa is the ideal place.
Dubuque
Take a ride on Iowa’s only authentic paddle wheeler, visit a casino or enjoy the many miles of recreational trails in this historic port town.
Iowa City
Iowa’s former state capital is an exciting cultural destination with a Literary Walk, museums, theaters and festivals to enjoy.
Cedar Rapids
Come to Cedar Rapids, a blossoming cultural and artistic hub, to see its gorgeous parklands, expansive galleries and the beloved Brucemore heritage mansion.
West Des Moines
Enjoy modern shopping amongst historic buildings, see a concert in a wartime dance hall, or take a nature hike in this city that started life as a railroad hub.
