East Iowa, Iowa


You won't believe your senses. Baseball players that materialize from cornstalks. A riot of color born aloft on the wings of butterflies. The soulful rhythms of jazz and blues - the river's own music. And to toast it all, a glass of award-winning Iowa wine.
Explore East Iowa
Schuetzen Park Historic Site
This site holds many special memories for generations of local German-Americans and other area residents. In 1870, the Davenport Schützengesellschaft (later called the Schützen Verein) created this "Schützenpark"
Davenport, IA Historic SitesGrand Opera House
The Grand Opera House is the oldest theater in Dubuque and was built in 1889-1890 at an estimated cost of $65,000. Done in the Richardsonian architectural style, the original facade consists of St. Louis brick facing with Bayfield red sandstone trim. Dubuque'
Dubuque, IA Opera HousesAnamosa Penitentiary Museum
Historic stone building on the prison grounds displays artifacts and historical information about Iowa's largest correctional facility.
Anamosa, IA MuseumsEdinburgh "Ghost Town" and Museum
The original site of the first county seat of Jones County from 1840-1847 includes 12
Scotch Grove, IA MuseumsCrystal Lake Cave
Take a guided tour through over 3,000 feet of well-lit passageways, showing nature's crystal menagerie and intricate formations. Gift shop and picnic grounds also on site.
Dubuque, IA ToursPotter's Mill
Iowa's oldest gristmill was built in 1843 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has been completely rehabilitated and now is a full service restaurant and bed & breakfast. Self-guided and pre-arranged group tours to see the structure are available.
Bellevue, IA MillsMines of Spain Recreation Area
State wildlife area offers 1,387 acres of forest and tallgrass prairie along the Mississippi River. Designated watchable wildlife area and urban wildlife sanctuary with excellent birdwatching. 14
Dubuque, IA RecreationFigge Art Museum
Formerly the Davenport Museum of Art, the Figge Art Museum is housed in a new facility overlooking the Mississippi River. Regionalist, Haitian, Mexican Colonial, American, and contemporary art collections, along with extensive traveling exhibit schedule. Restaurant, museum store.
Davenport, IA MuseumsDubuque Greyhound Park and Casino
Play 1,000 of the newest and most popular slot machines. Live greyhound racing from May through October; simulcast races year-round. Restaurant, banquet facilities, concessions, bar.
Dubuque, IA CasinosGrand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
Mississippi River-themed indoor waterpark, with 25,000 square feet of family fun. Indoor/
Dubuque, IA Water Parks