Decorah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dunnings Springs Waterfall
Dunning Springs waterfall flowing into the Upper Iowa River
Explore the roads less traveled. #takeahike
This national Norwegian-American museum displays over 24,000 artifacts, the most extensive collection of its kind in the world. The Vesterheim highlights American immigration from Norway and Norwegian culture.
Beautiful park in the foothills surrounding Decorah. One of the notable features is this large waterfall that can be hiked on. #localgem

Where to stay in Decorah

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Downtown Decorah

If you're spending some time in Downtown Decorah, Agora and Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Decorah
Hotel Winneshiek

Hotel Winneshiek

3.5 out of 5
104 East Water Street Decorah IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £108 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
£108
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (872 reviews)
WONDERFUL stay! Loved every minute of our stay. Beautiful place and superb location. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hotel Winneshiek
Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah

Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah

2 out of 5
1832 State Highway 9 Decorah IA
The price is £52 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
£52
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
This is not where we normally stay in Decorah. Booked due to availability. Please do not stay here. Service poop, toilet leaked all over the bathroom floor. Had to ask three times for bath towels on our second day, they didn't have any clean. Not enough for all rooms at the time. We made it work ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA

3.5 out of 5
2042 State Highway 9 Decorah IA
The price is £84 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
£84
23 Apr - 24 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (920 reviews)
Staff was great, pool and hot tub were great. Breakfast was a cooked hot breakfast. Excellent place to stay

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA
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The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

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Stay at this apartment in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Amundsons Clothing and Agora are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
Surprisingly quiet for the location. Beautiful and comfortable space.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.
Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah

Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah

Decorah IA
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Lowell's Bridge and Sollien Wildlife Management ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
Room for the number of guests and all kitchen items available.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah
House near Trout Run Trail w/EV charger

House near Trout Run Trail w/EV charger

Decorah IA
Stay at this holiday home in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Decorah Bald Eagles and Porter House Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
We had 3 runners stay with us during a conference track meet at Luther. This house worked perfect for our needs and space. Perfect!!!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

House near Trout Run Trail w/EV charger
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Popular places to visit

Entrance to the liberal arts university of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa

Luther College

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Luther College during your travels in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Luther College
Sign to entrance of main building of the Vesterheim Norwegian American Museum on the town main street in Iowa

Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum during your travels in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
Beautiful park in the foothills surrounding Decorah. One of the notable features is this large waterfall that can be hiked on. #localgem

Dunnings Spring Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dunnings Spring Park, a lovely green space in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Dunnings Spring Park
The Ice Cave is located at the top of a stone stairway and tucked within the rocky hillside. Bring a flashlight and explore! Most of the cave is now closed so only a few caverns remain, but the trek is still worth it! #localgem

Ice Cave Hill Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ice Cave Hill Park, a lovely green space in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Ice Cave Hill Park

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.

You can take time to visit Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. during your travels to Decorah. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum during your trip to Decorah. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum

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