University Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University Heights
Popular places to visit
University of Iowa
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Iowa during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
If University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City.
Old Capitol Museum
Gaze up at the emblematic golden dome that tops the roof of a historic building containing the region’s cultural gems.
Iowa Old Capitol Building
You can find out about the history of Iowa City with a visit to Iowa Old Capitol Building. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
Marvel at a gigantic whale skeleton, see an impressive cyclorama of a Hawaiian bird island and spot the giant panda.
Kinnick Stadium
Catch an event at Kinnick Stadium during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Activities
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
Room was very clean. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Backyard on Melrose - Walk to Kinnick & Hospital
Great location, cute retro-decorated ranch with spacious upstairs and additional space in finished basement. A well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, plenty of plush towels. Clear and timely instructions for access, etc Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Melrose Place - Kinnick's Best Game Day Experience
The host was very welcoming. Great with communication. The home was clean, spacious and modern, with every detail attended to. It was the perfect location and place for my daughter’s graduation from the University of Iowa. Thank you VRBO host.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
3 blocks from the University of Iowa Kinnick Stadium & Hospital
So comfortable, clean, lots of space, great host communication.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Everything was great! except the tub was clogged and needs to be looked at. Lots of standing water.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
We were so happy to have discovered The Graduate! What a beautiful, unique site. Staff were wonderful and kind. Definitely our new go-to when we are in Iowa City.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Miller Orchard
When in Miller Orchard, you can plan a visit to Kinnick Stadium and Old Capitol Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Manville Heights
While Manville Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.
Mann
While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum.
Northside
Northside might not have many top sights, but Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
College Hill
While College Hill isn't home to many top sights, Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
