To transport yourself to a slice of Iowa’s past on your next getaway, then the historic Hotel Pattee can take you there. Featuring architecture and uniquely-themed rooms that are reminiscent of… Read More

The 9 Best Sightseeing Tours in Iowa!

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Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad & James H. Andrew Railroad Museum, Boone, IA

You have many choices of experiences when visiting the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad and James H. Andrew Railroad Museum. Visitors can hop onto the “basic” excursion, which is… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Iowa!

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Smash Room, Des Moines, IA

Every once in a while, you just have to let off some steam, and Smash Room is the perfect place for it. Break and smash everything and anything in the smash room or embrace all your Jackson Pollock… Read More

The 10 Best Mini Golf Courses in Iowa!

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West Grand Golf, West Des Moines, IA

Featuring a full-length driving range to go alongside the mini-golf, you can practice all aspects of your game at West Grand Golf. The 18 holes at West Grand mini-golf course are some of the best… Read More

6 Best Comedy Spots in Iowa!

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The Funny Bone, West Des Moines, IA

One of the first names in comedy clubs in Iowa is the Des Moines Funny Bone located in close proximity to the Jordan Creek Mall in West Des Moines. Featuring national-touring comedians and locals… Read More

The 10 Best Historic Theaters in Iowa!

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Hoyt Sherman Place, Des Moines, IA

Originally a family-home built in 1887 for the prominent Des Moines community member Hoyt Sherman and his family, Hoyt Sherman Place stands today as one of the most popular entertainment venues in… Read More

The 9 Best Museums in Iowa!

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John Wayne Birthplace and Museum, Winterset, IA

Perhaps one of the most iconic Iowans out there, John Wayne made a major dent on the movie scene, and you can see his humble beginnings by visiting the John Wayne Birthplace and Museum in Winterset.… Read More

14 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Iowa!

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John Wayne Birthplace and Museum, Winterset, IA

When Marion Mitchell Morrison was born in Winterset, no one in the small community could have imagined what this man, who would later be best known as John Wayne, or perhaps The Duke, would go on to… Read More

The 10 Best Karaoke Bars in Iowa!

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Fazio’s University Tap, Clive, IA

Featuring perhaps the most engaging karaoke you’ll find anywhere else in the state, not only does Fazio’s University Tap provide the open stage and songs every Wednesday and Saturday… Read More

9 Best Places for Live Theater In Iowa!

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Des Moines Community Playhouse, Des Moines, IA

While the Des Moines Community Playhouse on 42nd Street in Des Moines is perhaps the most catering, kid-friendly theatre space in the nation, don’t be fooled if the adult in you finds something… Read More

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