What to do in Dubuque, IA

Activities, attractions and tours

Fourth Street Elevator featuring landscape views and a small town or village
Dubuque showing a sunset, modern architecture and a bridge
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium featuring marine life
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Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens featuring wild flowers and a garden

Dubuque Attractions

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Places of interest in Dubuque

Dubuque is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Dubuque, and make it a breeze to explore Dubuque and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dubuque to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Dubuque attractions

Dubuque has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Dubuque to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dubuque.

Looking for things to do in Dubuque can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Dubuque or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Dubuque attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Downtown Dubuque featuring modern architecture and a river or creek as well as a large group of people

Downtown Dubuque

Take a trip through time as you stroll down the historic streets of this eastern Iowa city. Visit cafés, shops and galleries in revitalized heritage buildings.

Downtown Dubuque
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Historic Millwork District

While Historic Millwork District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Five Flags Center and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.

Historic Millwork District

 

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