Map of Iowa City
Welcome to Iowa! Iowa City is the home of the University of Iowa. It was the second capital of the Iowa Territory and the first capital city of the State of Iowa; the Old Capitol building is a National Historic Landmark in the center of the University of Iowa campus. The University of Iowa Art Museum and Plum Grove, the home of the first governor of Iowa, are also tourist attractions
Tourism
To experience the eclectic spirit of Iowa City combined with shopping and recreational attractions, there is adventure around the corner.
Point of Interest
The top tourist attraction in Iowa City are:
Offers the hardly ever opportunity to explore a 375 million-year-old seafloor. It is home to ancient fossil coral reefs dating back over 375 million years, providing a glimpse into Earth's distant past and showcasing the rich marine life that once thrived in what is now the Midwest. The gorge is nicknamed the "Grand Canyon of Iowa" and is a significant piece of geological history
One of the unique retail destination in the Iowa City market, Coral Ridge Mall is the most popular shopping mall in the area. Plan a visit to the regulation-size ice rink to practice your skills or catch a movie at the onsite 10-screen movie theater. Enjoy more than 100 specialty stores and plenty of dining options here.
3. Museum Natural History
Is partnered with University of Iowa. It has hundred thousands of collections including fossils of birds, eggs, nests, mammal specimens, insects and other invertebrates with thousands of archaeological specimens. It also has historical documents and images includes several galleries of Iowa's geological history, cultural history, biodiversity, environmental science that spans 4 floors.
The Old Capitol remains one of the most recognizable symbols of the state of Iowa. In the many years since the cornerstone was laid in 1840, the building has served state legislatures, countless university uses, and has undergone multiple additions and renovations. Now a National Historic Landmark, the Old Capitol Museum welcomes you to explore. Located in the heart of downtown Iowa City, the building offers special event venue rentals and also features both permanent and changing exhibitions. Admission is always free.
