Location: Decorah
Top Things to do in Decorah
What to do and see in Decorah, Iowa (IA): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Decorah is a city in and the county seat of Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States. The population was 8,127 at the 2010 census. Decorah is located at the intersection of State Highway 9 and U.S. Route 52, and is the largest community in Winneshiek County.
Restaurants in Decorah
1. Trout Run Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By jimanddelmyg - Milwaukee, United States
This trail was the reason that my wife and I came to Decorah. It is about 17 miles long and goes around the whole town. It varies from city to farmland to trout stream. We walked the trail and had a great time. There are a few changes in elevation, but all in all it is not a hard trail to walk
2. Vesterheim
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School, welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds to engage in the conversation of the American immigrant journey through the lens of the Norwegian-American experience, and to participate in the continual evolution of traditional folk art as it meets new influences. Vesterheim offers innovative and interactive exhibits, classes, and programs, both at the dynamic campus and park in scenic Decorah, Iowa, and online at vesterheim.org.
Reviewed By James99946 - Parrish, United States
What a great museum! They even offer a senior rate! Take about 3 hours if you want to see it all. Make sure you take in a guided tour of the old buildings, one even from Heggenes ,Valdres , Norway ????????.
3. Dunnings Spring Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By Z5974LLlizc - Chariton, United States
I visited the springs with my friend and her toddler twins. The path to the spring was stroller friendly and lovely to see. There were some stairs to climb up to the tops of the spring, but we didn't venture that this time. I am eager to go back when the trees full of leaves.
4. Decorah Fish Hatchery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By Koakie - Apple Valley, United States
If you enjoy fishing for trout - you will love this fish hatchery! We enjoyed a FUN day at the trout fish hatchery!!! Enjoyed feeding the fish (bring quarters!) and hiking/seeing the surrounding area - so beautiful and scenic (and the bonus of seeing the incredibly huge eagles nest - located nearby the hatchery!)!!!
5. Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Pimadosmom - Clinton, United States
We visited on the best day of the year weather-wise! The gardens are great to tour and get ideas for plants at home. The gift shop/store was a gardeners delight! I'll be returning!
6. Toppling Goliath Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Large taproom with over 16 beers on tap at all times, food, room for you and all your friends. Kid friendly, no pets allowed inside the taproom.
Reviewed By leslied111 - Saint Paul, United States
Pleased to have a ‘new normal’ safe experience today at a favorite brewery. Food was delicious - I highly recommend the Thai Chicken Pizza! Service was very quick on everything we ordered. Beers came quickly as we sampled various ones. King Sue never disappoints! InterGalactic Warrior was very juicy and full bodied. Nice place to venture to during the MN lock down.
7. Winneshiek Wildberry Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
You can enjoy the country at our 150 year old family farm winery. Our award winning wines are available to sample or purchase by the glass or bottle. Your visit can include lunch from our kitchen or bring your lunch. There is plenty of seating indoors and outdoors on the patio. You can stroll and read about the grape varieties and tour our winery. Every 2nd Sunday is winery brunch from 10 to 1.
8. Pulpit Rock Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By loganpatrick
We made a trek to Decorah from the Twin Cities to visit Toppling Goliath and Pulpit Rock and to our surprise, we liked Pulpit Rock much better. Nice little spot with super nice, outgoing staff that made us feel like we were regulars. Saftig NE IPA was delicious!
9. Ice Cave
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By 433amandao - Ladora, United States
I came here with my family (husband and two sons). It is right down the road from the Dunning Springs waterfall, so we got to see both in a short amount of time. The cave goes is narrow at first, but opens up into two larger rooms, where ice can be seen. We also climbed up along the cliffs and got to explore a few smaller caves, which was pretty cool. It was definitely worth the stop!
