Posted in Iowa May 03, 2018 by Kim Magaraci

This Tiny Town In Iowa Has A Little Bit Of Everything

Everywhere you go in the Hawkeye State, you’re sure to stumble upon a quaint little town. It’s hard to believe so much can be hiding in our vast prairie, but Iowa constantly surprises us! One of these hidden gems is a small mountain town that’s dedicated to preserving the Norwegian heritage of its founders, and it does that through festivities, food, history and architecture. In fact, there’s so much to see in the town of Decorah that you’ll never want to leave.

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The charming city of Decorah is one of the most unique in all of Iowa.

The architecture here is unlike any other place, as you can see by this photo of the 1901 "Central Block."

Even the homes have a one-of-a-kind style to them, and any photographer will love strolling Main Street and taking in all of the 19th century houses.

There are more delicious restaurants in Decorah than nearly any other place in Iowa!

So whether you're craving a fresh and healthy dish...

... or a burger the size of your head, you'll find it here!

The towns Norwegian heritage is on display all year long, but in July, the Nordic Festival is one of the best parties in Iowa!

Nature Lovers will find solace in the many parks around the town, like Dunning Spring Park, where you'll find this beautiful waterfall just a short walk from the parking area.

Families and adventurers will want to kayak or canoe out on the Iowa River. This calm river is perfect for any paddler!

You can get up close with Iowa's agricultural history by visiting Seed Savers Heritage Farm and strolling the seemingly endless orchards.

No trip to Decorah is complete without a trip to visit the Vesterheim. This Norwegian Heritage museum constantly appears on lists of the best small town museums in America!

No wonder Decorah made our list of The Most Beautiful Towns In Iowa. Between the culture, history, scenery and architecture, it’s hard to top this charming little city.