Things to Do with Kids in Cedar Rapids, IA

  • TripBuzz found 63 things to do with kids in or near Cedar Rapids, Iowa, including 40 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Iowa City, Coralville, Amana and Marion.
  • From Cedar Rapids Kernels to Cedar Rapids Bowling Center, the Cedar Rapids area offers 38 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Bowling, Theaters and Parks.
  • Cedar Rapids lies on the banks of the Cedar River and is the second largest city in the state. Both culture and the arts are strongly supported in the city through multiple museums, galleries, and theaters. Natural beauty and outdoor fun also play a prominent role in Cedar Rapids across 3,360 acres of recreational and undeveloped green space.
  • TripBuzz found 63 things to do with kids in or near Cedar Rapids, Iowa, including 40 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Iowa City, Coralville, Amana and Marion.
  • From Cedar Rapids Kernels to Cedar Rapids Bowling Center, the Cedar Rapids area offers 38 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Bowling, Theaters and Parks.
  • Cedar Rapids lies on the banks of the Cedar River and is the second largest city in the state. Both culture and the arts are strongly supported in the city through multiple museums, galleries, and theaters. Natural beauty and outdoor fun also play a prominent role in Cedar Rapids across 3,360 acres of recreational and undeveloped green space.
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22.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 166-B Iowa Memorial Union, Iowa City, IA 52245 MoreLess Info
Bijou Cinema is a movie theater within the University of Iowa that offers open screen nights, late-night film showings, and foreign film showings. The cinema also presents late-night forums to engage the students and the community.
22.8 Miles
86% 139 votes
Natural History Museums Macbride Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242 MoreLess Info
The Museum of Natural History is located on the campus of the University of Iowa. The museum features both permanent and temporary displays of fossils and skeletons making up the area's ecological history.
22.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Theaters 213 N Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA 52245 MoreLess Info
Featuring professional actors, Riverside Theatre Company showcases a mix of modern to classical plays, from A.R. Gurney to Shakespeare. The theater company hosts community events like poetry readings, acting workshops, and more.
22.9 Miles
90% 93 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 825 Stadium Drive, Iowa City, IA MoreLess Info
Iowa State University's Niles Kinnick Stadium is the home field of the university's football team, the Hawkeyes. This field-turf stadium is one of the 25 largest in the United States.
22.9 Miles
100% 10 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 825 Stadium Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242 MoreLess Info
Home to the Iowa Hawkeyes, Kinnick Stadium offers visitors the opportunity to watch competitive college football games with students of the University of Iowa. On average, the amount of people that visit can exceed 60,000 per game.
23.0 Miles
94% 65 votes
Theaters 221 East Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240 MoreLess Info
The play's the thing at The Englert Theater, a versatile community performance venue and art space. The Theater's programming appeals to children, teens and adults. This venue specializes in local and regional talent.
23.0 Miles
61% 18 votes
Landmarks Iowa Avenue from Clinton Street to Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA MoreLess Info
The Iowa Avenue Literary Walk is perfect for those who deem themselves literature buffs. Celebrate 49 writers as you tour the sidewalk stamped with bronze placards and learn about their lives from the knowledgeable tour guide.
23.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Movie Theaters 118 E College Street, Iowa City, IA 52240 MoreLess Info
A nonprofit organization, Iowa City's FilmScene brings a variety of culturally enriching films to the area, including classics, independent films, foreign films, and art house films. The group also hosts a variety of special events.
23.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 800 Conklin, Iowa City, IA 52245 MoreLess Info
An ideal spot for hiking, biking, and walking with dogs, Hickory Hill Park also features a nature study for those who enjoy the great outdoors. Visitors can also enjoy a picnic with friends.
23.1 Miles
91% 193 votes
Historic Buildings 21 Old Capitol, Iowa City, IA 52242 MoreLess Info
Old Capitol is the place where Iowa entered statehood and Iowa's first governor was inaugurated. It later became the first building owned by the University of Iowa when state leaders moved government to Des Moines.
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