Travel IOWA

Jennifer Vargas

October 21, 2021

This is your resource for trip planning in the state of Iowa. Links include national and state parks, museums, roadside stops, and attractions.

PLAN YOUR IOWA TRIP

Travel Iowa Official State Tourism

Iowa National Parks

Iowa State Parks

Roadside America Iowa

Factory Tours Iowa

IOWA ATTRACTIONS

Here are some interesting attractions to check out in Iowa:

Amana Colonies

American Gothic House

Boone & Scenic Valley Railway

Bridges of Madison County

Clear Lake State Park

Des Moines State Capitol

Eagle Point Park

Effigy Mounds National Monument

Fenelon Place Elevator

Field of Dreams Movie Site

Future birthplace of Capt James T Kirk (Star Trek)

Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum

High Trestle Trail Bridge

Hitchcock House (Stop on Underground Railroad)

Iowa State Fair

John & Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

John Wayne Birthplace & Museum

Lake Anita State Park

Largest Frying Pan

Largest Truck Stop

Ledges

Maquoketa Caves State Park

Maquoketa Hike

Maytag Dairy Farms

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

National Motorcycle Museum

Pearl Button Museum

Pella Tulip Festival

Pikes Peak State Park

Quad Cities

Ragbrai Bicycle Festival

Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption

Surf Ballroom

Swinging Bridge

Tulip Festival

Urbandale Living History Farm

Wells Visitor Center & Ice Cream Parlor

IOWA EATS

Barrel House Restaurant

Iowa Tap Room

Mullets

North Grand Seafood

Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream Shop

Iowa Trip Planning Guide on Roadtrippers

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My parents instilled a love of travel within me since my childhood, when they took my sisters and I on some memorable trips around the United States, exposing us to historical sites and vast landscapes. My dad has visited nearly all 50 states, but my mother has visited EVERY one of the 50 states, a grand accomplishment, and a tradition that I will strive to live on with my own family. This blog is a way for me to chronicle my travels, as well as share my experiences with others. My hope is that I can be a resource for your own journey, whether it helps you to learn about places you plan to travel, allows you to reminisce about a similar journey you’ve taken, or simply brings you along for the ride.