10 TOP Things to Do in Iowa (2026 Activity Guide)

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Things to do

Self Guided Adventure Hunt: Rock and Roll Through Sioux Falls

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Rock and Roll Through Sioux Falls

P783

per adult

Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature

P783

per adult

Downtown Sioux Falls Food Tour

P6,998

per adult

Downtown Galena Food and Drink Tour

P5,534

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Cocktail Adventure Tour 21+

P4,516

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Private Day Trip From Munich To Eagle's Nest And Salzburg

P58,745

per adult

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Omaha Ghost Tours: Otherworld Oblivion & Omens

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Omaha Downtown Historic Self Guided Walking Tour

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Downtown Galena Food and Drink Tour

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Jordan Creek Town Center

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You can enjoy retail therapy at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Where to stay in Iowa

Find the best Iowa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

A large steamboat named 'Spirit of Dubuque' with multiple flags, including the American flag, on a body of water.

Downtown Dubuque

Downtown Dubuque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Five Flags Center and Dubuque Museum of Art while you're in town.

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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Downtown Davenport

While visiting Downtown Davenport, you might make a stop by sights like Figge Art Museum and Davenport Skybridge.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.