Samantha & Tyler
Things To Do
Field of Dreams
"If you build it, they will come." Don't forget your ball mitt to play some catch amongst the cornfields. (Shockingly, Tyler hasn't been here yet!)
Papajohn Sculpture Art Park
A fun, insta-worthy pit stop on your way to or from the airport!
Fong's Pizza
Must try Crab Rangoon Pizza! (They also have a location on the way up I-35 in Ankeney.)
Van Hemert's Dutch Oven Bakery - Ames, IA
We have never drove through Ames and NOT stopped here. Try the dutch letters!
Campanile - Iowa State Central Campus
Take a beautiful walk around Sam's grad school campus. Right across the street, is one of Sam's favorite spots to grab a refreshing Long Island at Cafe Beaudelaire!
Reiman Gardens
A spot where Sam used to do her schoolwork. Take in the fresh scent of some beautiful flowers!
Matchstick Marvels Museum
Who wouldn't like to see replicas made out of matchsticks?!
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
If you are coming in from the East and need a pit stop adventure!
Amana Colonies
Some of the best foods, furniture, and antiques in the state!
Gezellig Brewing Company
The last brewery stop on your way up from Des Moines!
Gallery Garden
A cute drop in spot while staying in Marshalltown! Check out the painted murals around town as well!
Smokin' G's BBQ Catering
Our top Marshalltown pick! (Candied bacon in a sundae glass. Do we need to say more?)