Take in the riverfront beauty of Northeast Iowa
The area's museums and wineries are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Northeast Iowa. This city's university setting, casino gaming and riverfront draw many visitors. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in Northeast Iowa
Do you want to discover attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Northeast Iowa a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Pikes Peak State Park (27.1 mi / 43.7 km)
- Driftless Area Wetlands Centre (27.8 mi / 44.7 km)
- Eagles Landing Winery (28.3 mi / 45.5 km)
- Tri State Raceway (29.5 mi / 47.4 km)
- Hart Ridge Golf Course (22 mi / 35.4 km)
- Guttenberg Golf and Country Club (25.9 mi / 41.7 km)
Exploring the waterfalls and other natural features in Northeast Iowa
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Northeast Iowa is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Spook Cave (22.8 mi / 36.7 km)
- Pikes Peak State Park (27.1 mi / 43.7 km)
- Driftless Area Wetlands Centre (27.8 mi / 44.7 km)
- St. Feriole Island Park (29.7 mi / 47.8 km)
- Brush Creek Canyon State Park (3.4 mi / 5.4 km)
- Fontana Park & Interpretive Nature Center (19.6 mi / 31.6 km)
Transport options to and around Northeast Iowa
Fly into Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional), the closest airport, located 42.6 mi (68.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), which is 54.8 mi (88.1 km) away.