- TripBuzz found 57 things to do with kids in or near Iowa City, Iowa, including 37 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Amana and West Branch.
- From Kinnick Stadium to Colonial Bowling Lanes, the Iowa City area offers 38 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Natural History Museums and Golf.
- The fifth largest city in the state of Iowa, Iowa City, is a thriving business, residential and tourist community. Home to many historical structures, including the areas famed Capitol building, visitors also enjoy the cities rich cultural and arts scene. The Landlocked Film Festival and annual book festivals celebrate and support the communities local talent.
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A 230 acre county park, Morgan Creek Park features a family campground with camp sites that offer power and water hookups. The park also has an arboretum, a butterfly garden, and a trail system.
23.2 Miles
The 338-mile Cedar River begins in southern Minnesota and extends through Iowa to the Illinois border. The banks of the Cedar River are wonderful for hiking, picnics and other leisure activities.
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813 First Avenue S. E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Featuring over 150,000 volumes, the Masonic Library and Museum houses both Masonic and non-Masonic collections and the Charles H. Swab Memorial collection. It includes Egyptian and military artifacts, among others, including a Civil War flag and collection of books.
23.2 Miles
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615 1st Ave. S.E., Cedar Rapids, IA
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Featuring a mix of permanent and rotating exhibits, The Carl & Mary Koehler History Center offers visitors exhibits depicting the cultural history of the region. The exhibits have displays for the Civil War, natural disasters, and other regional events.
23.4 Miles
Tour the Brucemore historical site for a look inside a 19th-century mansion. Tourists and school groups visit the grounds to learn more about history of the community, as well as to attend the occasional concert.
24.3 Miles
Adjacent to a park, Squaw Creek Camping provides more than just campsites. Along with shower facilities and restrooms, there is also a nearby walking/hiking trail, playground and picnic area for outdoor dining.
24.7 Miles
Situated in a woodlands habitat, Shaver Park offers visitors the chance to spot wildlife like deer, as well as amenities like sports courts and picnic areas. The park features a disc golf course with a challenging wooded area.
25.5 Miles
There's always something exciting to do at the Planet X Family Fun Center. The establishment includes an arcade, carnival games, bumper cars, laser tag, a rock climbing wall and much more. The Planet X Family Fun Center also features a gourmet ice cream vendor and a pizzeria.
25.8 Miles
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67 votes
5925 Seminole Valley Tr. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
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Learn what it was like living in Iowa at the turn of the century, at the Ushers Ferry Historic Village. The area includes 20 buildings, and regularly hosts school groups.
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Run by the Nature Conservancy, the Swamp White Oak Preserve hosts a wide and diverse array of flora and fauna. The preserve spans 654 acres, and offers an opportunity to see a great example of a swamp white oak savanna.