Also known as the Fourth Street Elevator, this is the world's shortest, steepest scenic railway. Erected in 1882, the lift is 296 feet in length, elevating passengers 189 feet from Fourth Street to Fenelon Place. It has a magnificent view of three states and the Mississippi River.
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 HousesAnnual and perennial flowers and vegetables, prairie grasses and wildflowers, water gardens, waterfalls, and ornamental plantings. English formal garden, dwarf conifers. Award-winning rose gardens, 850 varieties of hostas. Garden Gift Shop, "Music in the Gardens" events.
Dubuque, IA ArboretumsTake 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 ToursMississippi River-themed indoor waterpark, with 25,000 square feet of family fun. Indoor/
Dubuque, IA Water ParksIowa's oldest gristmill was built in 1843 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has been completely r...
Tribute to legendary native "Buffalo Bill" Cody, as well as a memorial to American Indians, pioneers, and steamboat days. Vie...
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...
Learn the story of early Mississippi-area settlers and the local lumber business. Period furniture and rare manually-powered...
Overnight, round-trip cruise from Le Claire to Dubuque and back, with meals, lodging and entertainment....