What to do and see in Iowa, United States: The Best Things to do for Honeymoon

December 12, 2021 Oliva Fomby

History and monuments dot this landscape almost as often as the golden farmlands. Learn about America’s 31st president at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch. In northeast Iowa is the Effigy Mounds National Monument, a group of prehistoric American Indian burial and ceremonial mounds. This part of Iowa is also home to the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage. The 37-county region tells the story of American agriculture, agribusiness and farm life and is affiliated with the National Park Service. In addition, there are five national wildlife refuges here. If you love history, imagine seeing the Amana Colonies, consisting of seven historic villages in 1855 by German immigrants as a religious communal society. Here you can also buy antiques, hand-woven baskets, furniture and clocks and locally made wine and beer. In Ames, take the family to see the Christian Petersen Art Museum, a newer structure that exhibits works of art by Christian Petersen and contemporary artists. You won’t want to miss the state capital of Des Moines, home to Blank Park Zoo with its naturalistic exhibits and more than 800 animals from five continents. You also should enjoy the Brenton Skating Plaza, an outdoor family entertainment venue.


Restaurants in Iowa

1. Riverboat Twilight

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5.0 based on 377 reviews

Riverboat Twilight

Saturday Sightseeing Cruises - 11AM - 1:30PM - 4PM Treat yourself to a 1 ½ hour sightseeing cruise aboard the Riverboat Twilight. These cruises will depart and return from the Port of LeClaire IA. Trip includes captivating Captain’s narration and commanding views of the river, its wildlife and quaint river towns. Cash bar and Gift Shop available. Adults $20 Children 4-12 $12 Sunday Brunch Cruise Sunday - 11AM Brunch with us and enjoy a cruise aboard the Riverboat Twilight. Fare includes your choice of items from our brunch menu, plated and served at your table, a three hour cruise and Captain's narration. Bloody Mary's and Mimosa's available at our fully stocked cash bar on the third deck. Adults $65 Children 4-12 $30 Sunday Music Cruise - 4PM Featuring local and national celebrated musicians and singer/song writers. Adults $40 Children 4-12 $20

2. By The Spoonful

221 Main St, McGregor, IA 52157-8774 +1 563-873-2900 [email protected] http://www.itsbythespoonful.com
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By The Spoonful

Gourmet Foods & Coffee We are a small town specialty food store featuring Iowa and Midwest foods including meat, dairy, wine, beer and coffee. We have a large selection of locally processed meats including fresh steaks, pork chops, ready to eat meat sticks, 6 styles of bacon. We are known for carrying 32 flavors of brats during the spring and fall seasons. Also has a nice selection of gourmet dips and sauces to accompany our products. Don't want to cook, we've got you covered lunch or dinner! Try one our fresh made sandwiches pilled with meat. Or check out our nice selection of homemade casseroles and meals where all you have to do is the final step of cooking via oven/microwave/grill. Our coffee and specialty espresso drinks use Iowa roasted beans ground fresh to order. We use local non-homogenized milk with almond milk as an option. From a nice cup of black coffee or a double shot cappuccino we've got your caffeine fix. We also do cold brew!

3. Field of Dreams Movie Site

28995 Lansing Road, Dyersville, IA 52040-8005 +1 563-875-8404 [email protected] http://www.fieldofdreamsmoviesite.com/
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4.5 based on 1,272 reviews

Field of Dreams Movie Site

Is this Heaven? No, it’s Iowa. A place of fertile soil, traditional values and simple pleasure. And, in Dyersville, Iowa, at the century-old Lansing family farm with its quaint, and oh-so-recognizable house, baseball still ranks as a favorite pastime for all ages. What better place to carve a baseball diamond from a corn field and to make a movie about pursuing one’s dream, no matter how much effort it takes? From tours of the inside of the iconic Field of Dreams Farm House, to our retail store, to our concessions stand, there certainly is plenty to do at the place dreams come true! Is this Heaven? We sure think so!

Reviewed By 129julied - Dayton, United States

Our family had a blast!!! Clarence was a wonderful tour guide!!! I'm so glad we stopped - my husband had a chance to play catch with our boys!!!

4. Reiman Gardens

1407 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50011-3101 +1 515-294-2710 [email protected] http://www.reimangardens.com
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4.5 based on 352 reviews

Reiman Gardens

Enchanting, 17-acre garden with new display annually; inside find a live, exotic butterfly exhibit and gardens that change seasonally; private rentals available.

Reviewed By GG123traveler

Spent a couple hours here on a cloudy morning enjoying the beautiful flowers and sounds of water falls. It was great to enjoy the butterflies also.

5. Roseman Bridge

Elderberry Ave, Winterset, IA 50273 http://www.madisoncounty.com/world-famous-covered-bridges
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4.5 based on 223 reviews

Roseman Bridge

Reviewed By 570creative - San Antonio, United States

Nice gift shop next door. Note you will drive on dusty gravel roads to get to this location. Hogback Bridge has the same design.

6. Fenelon Place Elevator Co.

512 Fenelon Pl, Dubuque, IA 52001-6631 +1 563-582-6496 [email protected] http://www.fenelonplaceelevator.com
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Fenelon Place Elevator Co.

Historic cable car. Also known as the Fourth Street Elevator, this funicular railway has been called "the world's steepest, shortest scenic railway." Great view of downtown Dubuque, the Mississippi River and 3 states. Buses should go to the bottom of the bluff. Please use 4th and Bluff Streets for GPS. Narrow streets with parking on both sides at the top of the bluff. Open 8 AM to 10 PM daily April 1 though November 30. Closed Thanksgiving. We do not accept debit or credit cards.

Reviewed By kris0812015 - West Des Moines, United States

Great view of Dubuque downtown from the top and will definitely recommend to take this shortest and steepest railroad in the world .The address in google will take you to the top of the Fenelon elevator unless to want to take the trip from the bottom then search with 4th street elevator.The elevator is nice and clean and operated from top. The rates are cheap and they only accept cash..no debit or credit cards accepted. there is option to take round trip as well as single side trip. People taking their trip from bottom has to get into the elevator and ring the bell and they will be answered and payment has to made at the top of hill. Car parking is on the streets.No toilets available and people with walking difficulties with wheel chairs may avoid this trip as it has some effort in getting into and off the elevator Bicyclist have option to take their bicycle in

7. Wide River Winery

1776 E Deer Creek Rd, Clinton, IA 52732-9507 +1 563-519-9463 [email protected] http://www.wideriverwinery.com
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Wide River Winery

Wide River Winery is located in Clinton IA on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River at its widest point. Enjoy bottles of their locally made, award winning wines with a Cheese & Charcuterie tray while enjoying the serenity of the river view from the deck.

Reviewed By susanwI859FI - Mattoon, United States

Had a great time visiting this winery! The names of the wine were great fun for an individual such as I employed in a legal profession! Sitting on the deck overlooking the bluffs and river drinking a refreshing Blushing testimony slushee was heavenly! The people conducting the wine tastings were friendly and helpful! Definitely recommend a stop here when you’re in town!!

8. Dunnings Spring Park

203 Quarry St, Decorah, IA 52101-1339 http://www.visitdecorah.com/business/dunning-springs-park
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Dunnings Spring Park

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.

9. Pikes Peak State Park

32264 Pikes Peak Rd, McGregor, IA 52157-8752 +1 563-873-2341 http://www.stateparks.com/pikes_peak.html
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Pikes Peak State Park

Reviewed By MMM_and_MPM - Bettendorf, United States

The park lived up to its billing as a fall color must do in NE Iowa! Even though we visited on a Thursday there were a lot of visitors. It was a beautiful fall day and we took advantage of a well placed table on the bluff to enjoy lunch prior to a hike. We took a couple of back loops off the parking lot to work our way to the main attractions; the Bridal Falls Overlook and the Crows Nest Overlook. The hiking was moderate with some elevation. Fall colors were prime and we thoroughly enjoyed the exercise, fall color and the views. After a few requisite pictures we were off to our next adventure, the Effigy Mounds National Monument.

10. Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

3800 Arboretum Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001-1040 +1 563-556-2100 http://www.dubuquearboretum.net
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Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

Reviewed By grapefam - Dubuque, United States

A beautiful array of gardens featuring various types of plants and themes such as an Old English style garden, Japanese garden with fish pond, etc. Lovely landscaping throughout. In the summer months there are free concerts every Sunday evening at 6:30, and people bring lawn chairs or blankets and some bring along a picnic supper. There’s also a nice size playground area for children near the concert area that has a couple picnic tables. There’s a small gift shop also open limited hours. This truly is a favorite community supported location.

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