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Best Places to Visit in Iowa

By travelguylife.com

Des Moines

Des Moines, the capital and largest city of Iowa, is situated on the banks of the river that bears its name in the state's geographic centre.

Amana Colonies

The Amana Colonies are a group of seven tiny, picturesque, remote settlements located in the east of Iowa. They were established in 1855 by German immigrants.

Okoboji

The Iowa Great Lakes are a collection of beautiful natural lakes located in the state's northwest and are frequently referred to as Okoboji.

Cedar Rapids

The second-largest city in Iowa, Cedar Rapids, is situated about 20 miles (30 km) north of Iowa City and borders the banks of the Cedar River.

Madison County

The picturesque landscape of Madison County is located about 30 miles (50 kilometres) southwest of Des Moines.

Effigy Mounds National Monument

One of Iowa's most mysterious and captivating vistas, the Effigy Mounds National Monument, is located near the Mississippi River and Yellow River.

Decorah

It is known for having a strong Scandinavian ancestry and is surrounded by beautiful environment, including several parks and the Upper Iowa River.

Pikes Peak State Park

Pikes Peak State Park is situated in the northeast of the state, near the Wisconsin border, at the confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin rivers.

Pella

Visitors to Pella could mistake it for Amsterdam or Utrecht given the city's picturesque canals, windmills, and tulips rather than the United States.

Iowa City

Iowa City, a vibrant, cool, and young city, is situated in the east of the state, spanning the banks of the same-named river.