- Our list of the best things to do in Riverside, Iowa, features the top 43 nearby activities — including 19 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Riverside, IA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Riverside, IA , followed by 41 popular activities in nearby cities, including Iowa City, Coralville, West Branch, Muscatine, Kalona and Solon
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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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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.
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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.
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Iowa City Bike Library is conceptually a library where visitors check out donated bicycles instead of books. Renters pay a deposit, get a bike for 6 months and get the deposit back if it is returned in good condition.
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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.
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The University of Iowa is a part of the Big 10, located in Iowa City. More than 30,000 students attend school at the public university, majoring in more than 100 different areas of study.
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Iowa Avenue from Clinton Street to Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA
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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.
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Blue Moose Tap House frequently has live music on both their upstairs and downstairs stages, and features 24 beers on tap at their full bar. They also have a jukebox and a retro hot-shot basketball game.
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Located on the campus of the University of Iowa, Hancher Auditorium offers visitors a variety of performing arts events, from music festivals to comedians. Each year, the auditorium hosts different artist residencies for theater, film, music, dance, and more.