10 TOP Things to Do in Eastern Iowa (2025 Activity Guide)

Dubuque showing a bridge, a river or creek and modern architecture

Dubuque featuring farmland, a sunset and tranquil scenes

Davenport showing flowers, a bridge and a river or creek

Vander Veer Botanical Park showing a lake or waterhole and a garden

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What to do in Eastern Iowa

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Maquoketa Caves State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Maquoketa Caves State Park during your travels in Maquoketa. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.

Cedar Rapids - Iowa City featuring heritage elements and a house

Amana Colonies

Explore the traditional restaurants and artisanal boutiques and learn the customs in the villages of this former self-sufficient German settlement.

John Deere Pavilion

At this large exhibit space in Moline, see the green machines that have plowed, dug and cut their way across America for over 175 years.

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Learn about the region’s history and its aquatic life in one location. The role of this important river becomes apparent through the many interactive exhibits.

University of Iowa

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Iowa, a top college in Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lost Island Waterpark

Bring the family to Lost Island Waterpark and enjoy this exciting theme park in Waterloo. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics

Though University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City while you are here.

Kinnick Stadium

Catch an event at Kinnick Stadium during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Field of Dreams

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Field of Dreams during your travels in Dyersville. Experience the area's entertainment venues and live music.

Areas of Eastern Iowa

Downtown Dubuque

Downtown Dubuque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Five Flags Center and St. Luke's United Methodist Church while you're in town.

National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library featuring interior views and heritage elements

Southwest Area

If you're spending some time in Southwest Area, Czech Village and National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library are top sights worth seeing.

Davenport which includes a city and a river or creek

Downtown Davenport

While visiting Downtown Davenport, you might make a stop by sights like Davenport Skybridge and Rhythm City Casino.

Iowa River Landing

If you're spending some time in Iowa River Landing, Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse and Johnson County Historical Society are top sights worth seeing.

Iowa Museum of Natural History which includes an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and a park

Mann

If you're spending some time in Mann, University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Old Capitol Building are top sights worth seeing.

Twain

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Twain and surrounding area, you can visit Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.