A Special Dedictation & RecommendationsA Special Dedictation & Recommendations

Iowa City Downtown DistrictIowa City Downtown District

Downtown Iowa City has all the go-to eats like Chipotle and Cane’s, plus tons of other food spots if you want different options. There are also plenty of shops to stop into and find cool things while you’re out exploring.

National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryNational Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Spare Time Cedar RapidsSpare Time Cedar Rapids

For arcade games, bowling, and food, this is a fun place to go with friends or even kids.

Pickle PalacePickle Palace

If you enjoy pickleball and good food, this is the place to be.

Marcus Cedar Rapids CinemaMarcus Cedar Rapids Cinema

This is a movie theater in Cedar Rapids that’s a bit bigger and has comfy reclining seats, so it’s a nice, chill spot to catch a movie.

Coral Ridge MallCoral Ridge Mall

If you’d like to do some shopping or grab something to eat, this nearby mall is a great option—and it even has an ice skating rink.

Marcus Coral Ridge CinemaMarcus Coral Ridge Cinema

Another movie theater located in Coral Ridge Mall in the Iowa City/Coralville area, so it’s a convenient option if you’re already over there or doing some shopping.

Lindale MallLindale Mall

This is a mall in Cedar Rapids that’s not as big as Coral Ridge, but still has good shopping options like Bath & Body Works. There are also food spots connected to it, including HuHot, where you pick your ingredients and they cook it for you hibachi-style. It also has suit shops like Men’s Wearhouse and Holley’s Shop for Men, so it’s a good place if you need to shop for suits or get alterations done.

Iowa City Farmers MarketIowa City Farmers Market

Nice Place to go to get some fresh food

Bloomsbury FarmBloomsbury Farm

Bloomsbury Farm is a fun outdoor spot with activities like mazes, tractor rides, flower picking, and more. If you check their website, you can see what events and activities they have going on during the week of the wedding.

NewBo City MarketNewBo City Market

A local indoor market in Cedar Rapids with a mix of food vendors, coffee, and small shops. It’s a great spot to grab a bite, shop local, and enjoy events or live music in a relaxed, community-style setting. Plus, the surrounding NewBo District has plenty of nearby restaurants and places to eat within walking distance.

Restaurant GaïRestaurant Gaï

If you’re looking for some good African food, this is the place to go.

I Love FufuI Love Fufu

This is another great spot for African dishes.

Vue RooftopVue Rooftop

The Vue is a rooftop restaurant located at the top of the Hilton Garden Inn in Iowa City. It’s a great spot to eat, take nice pictures, and enjoy the view. There’s a cozy outdoor seating area with a fireplace at night, and they serve great drinks. Price point: $$

30hop30hop

Another great place to eat—this is the Coralville location, but there’s also one in Cedar Rapids as well.

Crab HouseCrab House

If you’re looking for a seafood boil, this is the place—there’s also a location in Coralville.

Le CraveLe Crave

Le Crave is a great spot for different coffee drinks and sweet treats. They’re known for their crepes, including the viral Dubai chocolate strawberry cup and their Dubai crepe (highly recommend). It’s located right in the Downtown Iowa City District.

Oyama Sushi & SteakhouseOyama Sushi & Steakhouse

This is a good hibachi spot where they cook your food right in front of you, or you can choose regular dine-in if you want something more low-key.