Location: Mount Vernon
Top Things to do in Mount Vernon
What to do and see in Mount Vernon, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Mount Vernon is a city in Linn County, Iowa, United States, adjacent to the city of Lisbon. The city's population was 3,390 when the 2000 census figures were released, but that number was later revised to 3,808 because the Census Bureau had incorrectly reported that 418 residents of a Cornell College dormitory in Mount Vernon lived in the nearby city of Bertram. A special census taken by the city in 2004 counted 4,171 residents. The population was 4,506 at the 2010 census. Mount Vernon is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Mount Vernon
1. Palisades-Kepler State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Swanny998 - Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Excellent place to meet between Iowa City and Cedar Rapids. Amazingly warm day (T-shirt weather) for this time of year. We met another couple and had a very nice hike along the ridge line above the river. The late colors were beautiful, as was the sunset. It was nice to see so many families with young kids getting out hiking. The last time we were there was a weekday and the park was nearly empty. We have paddled downstream in the past. Just below the dam is a convenient place to put in your canoe or kayak. There are more scenic rivers to paddle than this if you are willing to drive a bit further or consider Lake Macbride.
2. The Fantastic Escape
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
The Fantastic Escape! is an immersive escape room experience, with custom built sets, puzzles, theatrical lighting and sound effects. You'll be transported to a different time and place in a race against the clock! Solve the puzzles and escape before time runs out!
Reviewed By Jen1054 - New York City, New York
I visited the Fantastic Escape in Lisbon, IA with my family over the holidays. We LOVED every minute of our experience! The room we were in was beautifully decorated - every detail was perfectly designed and executed, and the puzzles were challenging and fun. We had a great time, and can't wait to go back! Definitely worth the short drive from Cedar Rapids/Iowa City.
3. Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
It's a nice neighborhood park. Lots of greenery, trees and green space You can drive through it, and there are some areas for parking. It was clean and comfortable
4. Lisbon History Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
It was a nice small tourist and information center. Lots of data on the area and for things to do too. the staff was nice and very friendly and helpful.
5. American Gothic Barn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By NKyAdventurer - Cincinnati Ohio
This is a freebie as you travel the backroads of Iowa. The folks here have taken Grant Wood's famous painting and had it super-imposed on a barn along the way. In addition, there's other artwork on the barn that makes this a must-see traveling through Iowa.
6. Indian Creek Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Joan B - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
This annual event is one we attended with our children and now our grandchildren. It's a pancake breakfast with demonstrations on how the sap is harvested and how the early settlers made syrup. The pavilion is amazing and there's hiking trails to work off the pancakes and sausage. A wonderful family outing.
7. Elliott Athletic Complex
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
A nice large park with plenty of athletic fields and green space and trails. Easy parking and it was clean and well maintained.
8. Davis Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
A nice clean small neighborhood park. Some green space, sports areas and a big child's playground area. A nice atmosphere and park.
9. Bijou Movie Theater
A charming single screen theater in Mount Vernon, Iowa, The Bijou Movie Theater shows first run movies at a fraction of the cost of big chain megaplexes. Our recycling program allows you to bring popcorn buckets and soda cups from for half price fills! We have NEW LUXURY SEATING, crystal clear digital projection, and Dolby Digital Surround Sound. So grab a bucket and we'll See You at The Bijou!
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