- The list below includes 53 free or cheap things to do in or near Iowa City, Iowa, including 40 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Natural History Museums and Bowling.
- From University of Iowa to Hickory Hill Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Iowa City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Amana and West Branch.
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Millstream Brewing Company is a brewery in Amana, Iowa that brews their own signature beers seasonally and all year round. They also make their own cream soda and root beer! They offer sample tastings at the hospitality room. The hop-covered biergarten is where everyone sits outside and has a drink. Nice place …
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The Amana Colonies National Historic Landmark includes 60 shops, several museums, countless restaurants and numerous tours. Visitors can stay on-site at one of the many bed and breakfasts, motels or RV parks.
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Established by a husband and wife artist team in 2001, Catiri Art Glass & Oasis Art Gallery is located in a historic building, and features three stories of art by local artists on display.
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At Catiri's Art Oasis, visitors can view paintings, mosaics, glasswork, and other pieces of work from local artists. In addition to wall art, the gallery also sells jewelry and gifts.
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The Amana Heritage Museum chronicles the history of Amana in Iowa. The grounds of the museum include the Noe House, the Schoolhouse and an original washhouse/woodshed, dating back to the mid 1800s.
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Located within the Lancer Lanes Family Bowling Center, the Lancer Lanes Pro Shop is a full service bowling pro shop. The shop is operated by two PBA professionals with over three decades of drilling experience.
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The non-profit Indian Creek Nature Center is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and is dedicated to educating all visitors about local ecosystems and environmental responsibility. The Center spans over 200 acres and includes four miles of hiking trails.
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1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
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The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library is a relatively new attraction aimed at learning about the Czech and Slovak culture. Exhibits include a replica of a steamer ship, plus paintings and sculptures.
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With several beers crafted on-site, the Lion Bridge Brewing Co. features a tap room for sampling the brewery's current selections. A small kitchen offers appetizers, snacks and sandwiches for pairing with the brewery's creations.
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30 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Czech & Slovak Museum & National Library is a museum and library of Czech and Slovak history and culture. They display a range of exhibits including photographic depictions of folk culture and life size mannequins in full costume.