Best places in Iowa City, United States to visit (UPDATED April, 2024)

Best places in Iowa City

Discover the best places in Iowa City, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 556 places in the city.

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Kinnick Stadium

Stadium

Massive football grounds with 70,000+ seats that's home to the University of Iowa Hawkeyes.

4.80 (3K reviews) (~1.78 km from centre)

Hancher Auditorium

Performing arts theater

University of Iowa performance hall hosting Broadway musicals, contemporary dance & classical music.

4.90 (530 reviews) (~1.16 km from centre)

Jocelyn Taylor Bridal and Prom

Bridal shop

👍👍 I had the best experience with Jocelyn! I had been to several stores and tried on 30+ dresses before coming to her. It felt like the other stores were just telling me I was beautiful in every dress to get me to purchase one. However, Jocelyn was different. She listened to me and immediately understo...

5.00 (327 reviews) (~4.57 km from centre)

Crêpes de Luxe Cafe

Cafe

Creative, French-inspired crêpes with sweet & savory ingredients offered in a cozy, casual setting.

$ $$$

4.90 (450 reviews) (~0.29 km from centre)

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Hotel

Warmly furnished quarters in a casual hotel offering an indoor/outdoor pool, a gym & free breakfast.

4.80 (809 reviews) (~3.64 km from centre)

The Encounter Cafe

Cafe

👍👍 Encounter Café is literally the love of my life. I am about to graduate from U of I, so I figured now is the time to write this review finally. There is nothing here I would not give five stars. The food: outstanding. Literally everything on the menu. The atmosphere: warm, welcoming, and joyous The...

$$ $$

4.80 (687 reviews) (~0.63 km from centre)

Citadel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Martial arts school

👍👍 Outstanding gym. Outstanding people. Outstanding training environment. I'm a brown belt that moved here from Boston and needed to find a new gym and I have felt right at home at the Citadel ever since. The instruction from Matt and Jim is first class. The classes provide plenty of tough training par...

5.00 (258 reviews) (~4.92 km from centre)

NaNa's African Boutiqe and Gift Shop

African goods store

👍👍 One of the best Stores in town for unique items that you will never find at any other store. I totally recommend it if you looking for gift for your loved ones . The store owner is such helpful sweet lady. She was very friendly and very welcoming you will feel like you want to shop even more and wis...

5.00 (235 reviews) (~1.9 km from centre)

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

Hotel

Relaxed all-suite hotel offering free breakfast & parking, plus an indoor pool & a gym.

4.80 (506 reviews) (~6.76 km from centre)

The Iowa Children's Museum

Children's museum

This colorful museum is aimed at teaching kids about the world around them through fun & play.

4.70 (1K reviews) (~6.66 km from centre)

A & A Pagliai's Pizza

Pizza restaurant

Old-school, family-owned joint serving thin-crust pizzas made from family recipes & beer.

$$ $$

4.70 (971 reviews) (~0.41 km from centre)

Iowa City Farmers Market

Farmers' market

😐 There should be more variety of vegetables.

4.80 (408 reviews) (~0.19 km from centre)

Costco Wholesale

Warehouse store

Members-only warehouse selling a huge variety of items including bulk groceries, electronics & more.

$$ $$

4.60 (3.8K reviews) (~8.32 km from centre)

Trader Joe's

Grocery store

Grocery chain with a variety of signature items, plus produce, dairy & more (most sell wine & beer).

$$ $$

4.60 (2.3K reviews) (~3.79 km from centre)

Scratch Cupcakery Coralville

Cupcake shop

👍👍 Went to a graduation party and they had these cupcakes. They are just fabulous!!! So moist and the icing was just perfect. I would Definitely recommend this place to anyone! I’m from MI, anytime we visit back again. I will make a stop here.

$ $$$

4.70 (575 reviews) (~3.6 km from centre)

The Englert Theatre

Event venue

100-year-old theater hosting musicians, writers & comedians while staging plays & art exhibits.

4.70 (541 reviews) (~0.25 km from centre)

Prairie Lights Books and Cafe

Book store

👍👍 This is one of the best bookstore I have ever experienced! I spend hours in here buying books and enjoying the amazing atmosphere! If you love literature make sure that you stop at this spectacular bookstore!

4.70 (529 reviews) (~0.3 km from centre)

Hurts Donut Co.

Donut shop

Cheerful, 24-hour dessert cafe specializing in creative & colorful ring-shaped cake treats.

$$ $$

4.60 (1.5K reviews) (~4.57 km from centre)

Trumpet Blossom Cafe

Vegan restaurant

Cozy place for vegan dishes made with carefully sourced ingredients, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

$$ $$

4.70 (511 reviews) (~0.75 km from centre)

Wig & Pen Pizza Pub

Pizza restaurant

Pizzeria with an upbeat, publike atmosphere, offering 3 different crust styles, bar food & beer.

$$ $$

4.60 (1.4K reviews) (~2.5 km from centre)

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Best places in Iowa City, United States