Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Iowa March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Iowa ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Iowa Types of activities Where to stay [Iowa travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa.dx217) ![Dubuque showing a sunset, modern architecture and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/985/b1b4ffb0-33fa-4bf4-8005-4780f5196bd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Des Moines which includes a city, a high-rise building and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/7c67a49b-56a0-4396-a946-15d53266daab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dubuque showing tranquil scenes, a sunset and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/985/3272153f-2804-43ab-9b5d-55df8cd1bb90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Figge Art Museum featuring interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106040/0119e2c9-eeab-4c18-9096-4e38345176f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075026/d984f28b-60c6-4955-9331-9d4ac526a1f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Iowa ### Tours & day trips [See all 20 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=217&location=Iowa&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Omaha City centre Historic Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50924401/de6303ac-2f0d-43be-95f4-6b4a89b76803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Omaha City centre Historic Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/omaha-city-centre-historic-self-guided-walking-tour.a50924401.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![City centre Sioux Falls Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1246400/9402b715-8904-4b11-9231-3cb3428dff34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City centre Sioux Falls Food Tour 3h 9.2/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/downtown-sioux-falls-food-tour.a1246400.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![A Spectacular Scavenger Hunt in Omaha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50778205/a16cca0d-3400-4aa1-8e3e-183af635a9b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Spectacular Scavenger Hunt in Omaha 1h 30m Free cancellation available £11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/experience-private-omaha-scavenger-hunt-tours.a50778205.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Public Trolley BYOB Tour Quad Cities, Iowa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49378013/01b1c9f3-d16c-46b4-b5b2-d3e0533e9df1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Public Trolley BYOB Tour Quad Cities, Iowa 2h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/public-trolley-byob-tour-quad-cities-iowa.a49378013.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Dubuques Historic City centre GPS Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707375/58bea5f4-5bc4-4478-b30e-4ecb5b4a7a3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dubuques Historic City centre GPS Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dubuques-historic-city-centre-gps-self-guided-walking-tour.a50707375.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50771272/bd950f90-da61-455e-8d78-bdc8cba12ae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience 1h 30m Free cancellation available £11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/des-moines-art-walk-experience.a50771272.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Rock and Roll Through Sioux Falls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2562562/89d5f777-9a0c-47d3-bb45-818ffcd459b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Rock and Roll Through Sioux Falls 2h £9 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sioux-falls-scavenger-hunt-rock-and.a2562562.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![City centre Galena Food and Drink Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45938548/d76f9ba5-5b1b-4828-9251-3f35210ba311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City centre Galena Food and Drink Tour 2h 30m 10/10 12 Viator reviews £64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-centre-galena-food-and-drink-tour.a45938548.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50885946/e53a1d63-ea2b-48d2-8788-b1a602c62b3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines 1h 30m Free cancellation available £11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/des-moines-scavenger-hunt-adventures-in-city-centre-des-moines.a50885946.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2572413/16644e10-7139-492c-88c4-3fe3d4ecb8a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature 2h £9 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/iowa-city-scavenger-hunt-city-of-literature.a2572413.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=217&location=Iowa&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Omaha City centre Historic Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50924401/de6303ac-2f0d-43be-95f4-6b4a89b76803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Omaha City centre Historic Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/omaha-city-centre-historic-self-guided-walking-tour.a50924401.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Great Plains Zoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52112974/38db67fc-865a-47d7-85fb-47482eee2c87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Great Plains Zoo Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/great-plains-zoo.a52112974.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Dubuques Historic City centre GPS Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707375/58bea5f4-5bc4-4478-b30e-4ecb5b4a7a3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dubuques Historic City centre GPS Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dubuques-historic-city-centre-gps-self-guided-walking-tour.a50707375.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![One Day Galena and Dubuque Tour from Chicago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51658819/f5319320-af74-47a2-af84-944f88a09532.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### One Day Galena and Dubuque Tour from Chicago 7h Free cancellation available £294 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-galena-and-dubuque-tour-from-chicago.a51658819.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Stroll Sioux Falls: A Walking Tour of Historical Landmarks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51528301/eedc85fa-7d7b-410d-ae8d-e1958e3fbf27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stroll Sioux Falls: A Walking Tour of Historical Landmarks 2h Free cancellation available £4 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stroll-sioux-falls-a-walking-tour-of-historical-landmarks.a51528301.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Omaha Scavenger Hunt Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52264653/f3c4239d-d808-48d5-9cb3-c9f4fe34830e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Omaha Scavenger Hunt Adventure 2h £37 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/omaha-scavenger-hunt-adventure.a52264653.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=217&location=Iowa&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Omaha City centre Historic Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50924401/de6303ac-2f0d-43be-95f4-6b4a89b76803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Omaha City centre Historic Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/omaha-city-centre-historic-self-guided-walking-tour.a50924401.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Dubuques Historic City centre GPS Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707375/58bea5f4-5bc4-4478-b30e-4ecb5b4a7a3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dubuques Historic City centre GPS Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dubuques-historic-city-centre-gps-self-guided-walking-tour.a50707375.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Private day trip from Munich to Eagle's Nest and Salzburg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46496334/8953c2ec-29c5-4253-86ec-adc34c340d94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private day trip from Munich to Eagle's Nest and Salzburg 10h 9/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £675 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-day-trip-from-munich-to-eagles-nest-salzburg-and-back.a46496334.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Private Day Trip From Munich To Eagle's Nest And Salzburg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46495629/ba992d34-a5e8-4f10-a1a0-4e85825e3dda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Trip From Munich To Eagle's Nest And Salzburg 10h Free cancellation available £778 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-day-trip-from-munich-to-eagles-nest-salzburg-and-back.a46495629.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ![Private Day Trip From Munich To Eagle's Nest And Salzburg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46495633/5f05cd84-5fce-4c10-bf84-bc97625d49ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Trip From Munich To Eagle's Nest And Salzburg 10h Free cancellation available £714 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-from-munich-to-eagles-nest-salzburg-and-back.a46495633.activity-details?&rid=217&location=Iowa&swp=off) ## What to do in Iowa --- ### Popular places to visit ![Iowa State University featuring modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105990/0f1f1774-eeaa-41e9-9054-fd5339e4acee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa State University Visit this public university to learn about its agricultural history and explore the many museums and cultural centers on the campus. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-State-University-Ames.d6105990.Attraction) ![The Old Iowa Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105982/6fea3e3a-835e-4031-8a12-8e040457e961.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Iowa Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Iowa during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Iowa-Iowa-City.d6105982.Attraction) ![#foodiefinds The best Avocado salad!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/fe78d7ee-0a03-4f79-8969-84173b479d67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jordan Creek Town Center You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jordan-Creek-Town-Center-Des-Moines.d6075052.Attraction) ![Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075034/2051c68f-71ac-45d5-9669-f8a38d0018a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa State Fairgrounds Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-State-Fairgrounds-Des-Moines.d6075034.Attraction) ![U of iowa ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10426/fa1dbd56-5a57-4ff2-99f0-867158be9388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics If University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Iowa-Hospital-And-Clinics-Iowa-City.d6209329.Attraction) ![Cedar Rapids - Iowa City showing a house and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964991028/4b6a8073-25fc-4ce3-8d44-877a37021079.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Amana Colonies Explore the traditional restaurants and artisanal boutiques and learn the customs in the villages of this former self-sufficient German settlement. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Amana-Colonies-Amana.d553248635964991028.Attraction) ![The City Of Des Moines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182643/5f25345e-4b87-46c8-a453-6ece959e8868.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa Events Center Learn about the events happening in Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-Events-Center-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6182643.Attraction) ![House from Field of Dreams](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/98787/67815113-2ed6-4ba5-b8ff-a8220610cb83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Field of Dreams You can spend time exploring the galleries in Field of Dreams in Dyersville. Experience the area's entertainment choices and live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Field-Of-Dreams-Dyersville.d6075060.Attraction) ![Silhouette of Figure in Dark Foggy Cave with River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106056/2efd1afe-3277-4d56-a9f0-f19c22058dbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maquoketa Caves State Park Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Maquoketa Caves State Park during your travels in Maquoketa. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maquoketa-Caves-State-Park-Maquoketa.d6106056.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Iowa ![State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075026/bb738539-0a8e-4cbb-ac84-e1faee874e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Des Moines 4/5(1 area review) The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Downtown-Des-Moines.dx6060027) ![Downtown Dubuque featuring modern architecture and a river or creek as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6188031/8f00dc34-cf85-483c-82d6-0b1694c90927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dubuque-Downtown-Dubuque.dx6188031) ![Figge Art Museum featuring interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106040/60f789b6-2d20-4dbd-8eda-1cd0bebcf13d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Davenport If you're spending some time in Downtown Davenport, Figge Art Museum and Davenport Skybridge are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Davenport-Downtown-Davenport.dx553248635976478179) ![View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1065/607b74cc-d813-4d23-bb1e-516dbcef5c66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Court District Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Court-Avenue-Entertainment-District.dx6170624) ![Historic East Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170617/ebea9667-4252-4df6-8e4a-88c1c6460fd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic East Village Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Historic-East-Village.dx6170617) ![National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library showing heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6208999/3aeb3132-f962-4578-9b46-c65bb6b83a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southwest Area While visiting Southwest Area, you might make a stop by sights like Czech Village and National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cedar-Rapids-Southwest-Area.dx553248635976471637) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Iowa ![Kitchener, Ontario, Canada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/364/a1d7f410-d89f-41aa-b411-c2a6ad94eb89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Waterloo ![Cedar Rapids which includes skyline, modern architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/838/9044cd3c-f4cb-41ab-9a0e-549ba9e6c9ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cedar Rapids ![Des Moines which includes a city, a high-rise building and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/7c67a49b-56a0-4396-a946-15d53266daab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Des Moines ![Centennial Bridge Crosses the Mississippi River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2346/7c2a05d0-9e0c-4032-865c-54c564a9a50f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Moline ![Omaha which includes night scenes, a river or creek and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2670/c5815451-0aeb-4e10-9fa1-6fe0e5c27890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Omaha ![Romantic scenery with the falls - Cedar Cliff Falls - Indian Mound Reserve, Ohio](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6027/ac1530f1-a4ff-479a-b6e6-fead38b47544.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cedar Falls ![Bettendorf which includes a river or creek, a ferry and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6909/1933d47d-cb25-4fb9-ae1b-5d017753c80f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bettendorf ![cedar creek covered bridge, iowa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7407/ef6ac9e0-4b5f-4b96-bbea-aa07d2842e21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Waverly ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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