Great Places to Visit in Northeast Iowa
Looking for places to explore in the Midwest?! We recommend checking out these 14 places to visit in Northeast Iowa! From day trips to weekends, quick stops to long road trips, there is a lot to see and do! We’ve got great places to eat, overnight stays to book, and more! Which one will you plan first?!
Note: For the purposes of this post, Northeast Iowa is defined as North of Highway 20 and East of I-35.
DYERSVILLE – Field of Dreams & More
The Best Weekend Getaways in the Midwest
Ready to travel? We’ve gathered up this list of the very best in Midwest Weekend Getaways to help make your planning easier! You’ll find them grouped by state, but I’ve also noted which ones are the best for families, couples, girlfriends getaway, and more! I hope you’re excited to get exploring!
The “Must Have” Guide to Coffee Shops in Iowa
I love coffee and love visiting new coffee shops and they automatically get bonus points if they are locally owned joints! I’ll pass Starbucks or Dunkin’ Donuts any day of the week for a mom & pop coffee shop! Thankfully, Iowa is loaded with lots of great coffee shops! I’ve collected them all here for your convenience and even categorized them by region! So, schedule a road trip to enjoy them all (not necessarily all at once) and enjoy a hot (or cold) cup of joe!
Coffee Shops in Northeast Iowa
Rustic Brew – 117 1st St NW, Hampton
Not only is this a locally owned coffee shop that serves delicious lattes, mochas, frappes, and a large variety of flavored chai tea, but it’s also a microbrewery. Start with coffee and a scone, stay for lunch with a great sandwich or their homemade special, and finish your day with a Sloberknocker (yes, that’s a beer).
Grab a Brew at Rustic Brew in Hampton, Iowa
Continue “The “Must Have” Guide to Coffee Shops in Iowa”5 Reasons to Visit Dyersville, Iowa
“Is this Heaven? No, it’s Iowa”. We all know that line from “Field of Drams”, right?! But, after a visit to Dyersville, Iowa. We know it’s really true! We always enjoy finding great treasures in Iowa and love sharing about them too!
Traveling doesn’t always have to be week long vacations and with our busy lives we have come to enjoy day trips and weekend getaways. Dyersville, Iowa is perfect for both of those!
*Thank you to Dyersville Area Chamber of Commerce for inviting us and hosting our visit. All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and my own! For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
Continue “5 Reasons to Visit Dyersville, Iowa”The Ultimate Guide to a Weekend in Cedar Rapids, IA
You know we love finding those places made for a great weekend getaway! So, of course, after our recent trip, I knew I needed to provide you with the Guide to a Weekend in Cedar Rapids, IA!
It’s no secret that I’ve lived in Iowa my entire life. One place that I never thought about exploring, let alone spending a weekend was Cedar Rapids. We drove through it regularly, but rarely stopped. To be honest, I had never even considered googling things to do there. So, when I had the chance, I jumped at the opportunity to spend a Weekend in Cedar Rapids and I can’t begin to tell you how happy I am that I did! And I’ll tell you over and over that you need to plan a weekend too!
Thank you to Cedar Rapids Tourism for hosting us during our stay! Regardless of that, all thoughts & opinions are 100% authentic and my own. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
6 Great Winter Weekend Getaways in Iowa & Missouri
Continue “The Ultimate Guide to a Weekend in Cedar Rapids, IA”26 Things to Do in the Midwest: A-Z
Some people call the Midwest the flyover states, but these 26 Great Adventures are here to prove you wrong! We have the complete list of things to do in the Midwest from A-Z!
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The Midwest is a great place to socially distance and enjoy time away! Check out this variety of things to do in the Midwest!
Continue “26 Things to Do in the Midwest: A-Z”Tips for Visiting Branson
To say that we enjoy visiting the Branson, MO area might be an understatement! We enjoy it so much that we have visited three times in a 1 year time span! Planning any family vacation or trip can be overwhelming and now that we consider ourselves “pros” at visiting Branson, we thought we would share some tips to help you plan your visit.
Christmas Fun in Ames, IA: Winter Wonderscape
Looking for a way to get into the holiday spirit this year?! Thanks to Reiman Gardens you can have some Christmas Fun in Ames, IA and get in the Christmas spirit!
21 Places to Visit in Iowa in 2021
I can’t believe we’re already at the end of 2020, but that’s ok! We’re all ready to leave this year in our rearview mirror and move on to 2021. I’m also already planning where I want to visit, so I thought I’d share these 21 places to visit in Iowa with you, so you can make your plans too! I’ve included food, places to stay, outdoor activity, and indoor, so there is something for everyone!
1. Visit the Blue Bunny Ice Cream Parlor
I love all things ice cream! The Blue Bunny Ice Cream Parlor is not only an ice cream parlor for experiencing the delicious treat, but also has an interactive experience to learn about ice cream and Blue Bunny!
2. Explore the Bridges of Madison County
Madison County is home to the iconic covered bridges which were featured in the Hollywood film “Bridges of Madison County”. Plus there is so much more to see!
Continue “21 Places to Visit in Iowa in 2021”Great Winter Weekend Getaways in the Midwest
Winter is knocking at our doorstep here in the Midwest! This also means people traditionally think of this as the time to go away to a warmer place! We are lucky because we have so many options for great Winter Weekend Getaways here in Iowa and other Midwest states!
While the Midwest may not be the ideal vacation spot in the middle of winter for everyone, they do offer several spots that offer great accommodations, things to do, and awesome places to grab a bite to eat!
Check out the Best Winter Weekend Getaways in Iowa!
