Posted in Iowa
February 18, 2018
12 Things To Do In Iowa When You Thought You’ve Done Everything
Are you always looking for things to do in Iowa? Here are a few ideas that you may have overlooked! Try out any of these things this spring once the ground thaws, or plan to visit all of them in 2018! Each place here is truly unique and will make for a memorable day trip or getaway.
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Get up close and personal with bison,
elk, deer and more at this extraordinary National Wildlife Reserve, right in Prairie City!
Read more about it right here.
Read more about it right here.
The Gunderburger was literally invented so that people would know that the tiny town of Gunder exists. It's a hike to get there, but their perfect burgers are so worth the drive.
See what makes them perfect right here.
See what makes them perfect right here.
I'm not even joking, all of those things are possible at the Iowa 80 Rest Stop! It's worth a drive to get there, and even more worth a stop any time you're passing by. 5,000 people a day pass through here!
Read more about it right here.
Read more about it right here.
The Fossil and Prairie Center allows you to hunt for 300 million year old fossils to take home! The parks trails are perfect for exploring, and you'll come home with a unique souvenir.
Read more about it right here.
Read more about it right here.
Miss Spenser's of Longview Farms is a charming British tea room located in the heart of Iowa.
Enjoy tea sandwiches, pastries, sweets and savories as well as several blends of tea.
Read more about it right here.
Read more about it right here.
This old, abandoned asylum has a horrifying history of abuse and torture. It's said to be haunted by the souls that perished here. Now, you can take a twilight tour of the grounds... if you date
Are you brave enough to visit? Learn more here.
Are you brave enough to visit? Learn more here.
Everyone needs a hideaway sometimes... luckily, there are plenty of off-the-grid destinations in Iowa! If you're ever looking for things to do in Iowa, it's never a bad idea to pack a bag and escape for a weekend.
Here are a few great getaways for a peaceful weekend.
Here are a few great getaways for a peaceful weekend.
One of Delaware's best parks offers plenty of hikin trails, including one that will lead you to an old, abandoned, hidden castle!
Plan a journey to Pilot Knob this spring!
Plan a journey to Pilot Knob this spring!
I'm certainly not brave enough to cross... despite being assured that it hasn't collapsed in 98 years. But the adrenaline junkies out there will love strolling this swinging bridge high above the ground.
Read more about it right here.
Read more about it right here.
Now this is a bridge I'll walk across. It was named one of the most beautiful footbridges in the world by BBC - and it was the only American bridge on the list. It's really something special.
Read more about it right here.
Read more about it right here.
Gas up the car and get an early start, and you can see all of Iowa's impressive waterfalls in one day. Stop for lunch at some iconic eateries along the way and you'll really see the best of Iowa on this epic road trip.
Find our interactive map right here.
Find our interactive map right here.
See waterfalls, cave critters, stalagmites and stalactites from the comfort of a boat on this underground cave river boat tour.
Read more about it right here.
Read more about it right here.
What’s your favorite way to spend a free day in Iowa? Are any small towns on your 2018 bucket list? Tell us in the comments!
