Things To Do
Pedestrian Mall
The Ped Mall area contains restaurants, bars, retail, hotels, a playground for children, and the Iowa City Public Library.
Coralville Lake
Coralville Lake provides many recreational opportunities like boating, swimming, picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, disc golf, bird watching, Fossil Gorge and camping. Campgrounds at Coralville Lake include three campgrounds with just over 500 campsites. The campsite types range from primitive tent to full hook-ups with water, sewer and electricity at the sites.
Devonian Fossil Gorge
This glimpse into Iowa's geologic past was first exposed during the Floods of 1993 at Coralville Lake. The fossils and limestone bedrock of the Devonian Fossil Gorge date back almost 200 million years before the dinosaurs!
Lake Macbride State Park
A popular lakeside destination with family friendly outdoor activities. Several multi-use trails wind around the lake, featuring the sights and sounds of Iowa’s native birds. In the summer, soak up the sun by hiking, paddling, swimming or fishing at the lake.
Palisades-Kepler State Park
A beautiful outdoor destination on the banks of the Cedar River outside Cedar Rapids, IA. Dramatic river bluffs, deep ravines, majestic hardwood trees and an abundance of wildlife characterize the area.
Amana Colonies
Founded by German immigrants in 1855, the seven villages of the Amana Colonies have been collectively named a National Historic Landmark. Purchase antiques, handwoven baskets, furniture, clocks and locally-made wine and beer. Indulge in hearty family-style cooking. Recreation opportunities include trails and a scenic golf course.
World's Largest Wooden Nickel
Free roadside attraction with photo opportunities.
Stanley Museum of Art
The University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art is a visual arts institution that includes paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, photographs, ceramics, textiles, jade and silver. Free and open to all!
Field of Dreams Movie Site
Nestled in the rolling corn fields of Dyersville, Iowa the original Field of Dreams from the 1989 movie. A baseball field and pop-culture tourist attraction.
Iowa City Visitor Guide
One-stop-shop website for visiting Iowa City, IA
Golf Courses
Public courses in the immediate area include: Pleasant Valley, Finkbine, Cedars Edge, Quail Creek and others.