Iowa Travel Guide

United States of America
Dubuque showing a sunset, modern architecture and a bridge

Popular cities in Iowa

Des Moines which includes a city, a high-rise building and a bridge
Des Moines
Known for Festivals, Sports and Theatres
Come to Des Moines and enjoy its sports, festivals and dining.

Reasons to visit

  • Iowa State Capitol Building
  • Principal Park
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
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Fourth Street Elevator featuring landscape views and a small town or village
Dubuque
Known for Rivers, Casinos and Historical
Love rivers, museums and history? Get away to Dubuque!

Reasons to visit

  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
  • Crystal Lake Cave
  • Eagle Point Park
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Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture
Iowa City
Known for Universities, Sports and Football
Trip time! Discover the university life, live music and entertainment in Iowa City.

Reasons to visit

  • Iowa Old Capitol Building
  • Old Capitol Museum
  • University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
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Cedar Rapids which includes skyline, modern architecture and a city
Cedar Rapids
Known for Dining, Shopping and Theatres
Trendy Cedar Rapids is calling! Discover its live music, entertainment, theatre and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
  • National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library
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Council Bluffs
Council Bluffs
Known for Dining, Casinos and Family-friendly
Trip time! Discover the zoo, casinos and local cuisine in Council Bluffs.

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Manawa State Park
  • Historic General Dodge House
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Davenport which includes a river or creek and a city
Davenport
Known for Rivers, Live music and Entertainment
Love rivers, university life and live music? Get away to Davenport!

Reasons to visit

  • Putnam Museum
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