Boone Is An Inexpensive Road Trip Destination In Iowa That's Affordable
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Need to get away for a few days, but can’t afford to break the bank? A trip to Boone, Iowa might be just what’s called for! From history to beauty to adventure, there’s something for everyone in this affordable Iowa town!
Boone was even named one of the 10 best affordable small towns in the whole nation last year by the folks at Realtor.com!
The Boone History Center and the Maimie Dowd Eisenhower birthplace are two downtown attractions you don't want to miss!
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Admission to the museum starts at just $3 for kids and $8 for teens and adults.
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Who could have imagined that when this Casey's opened in its converted 3-bay garage, it would be the start of what would grow to be the 5th largest pizza chain in the nation!
The museum is currently closed for repairs, but the museum grounds and the bridge are both open to the public and offer an excellent spot to walk, bike, or picnic.
It features a deep gorge carved into sandstone by Pea's Creek, trails through prairie and woodland, and historic bridges built by the Conservation Corps. As with all state parks in Iowa, admission is free.
And this is just scratching the surface of what you can do in Boone. There’s more shopping, dining, and playing options than we have space to list! To learn more about where to stay, where to eat, and what to do, visit the city’s Tripadvisor page.
And for another cheap food option, you’ll definitely want to try the Dutch Oven Bakery. Yum!
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