Explore Iowa

The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium in Dubuque is just one of the many attractions you can visit while exploring Iowa / Photo courtesy of Dubuque County Auditor’s Office & Community Incorporated

With the cost of travel – and everything else – skyrocketing, it is a great time to discover – or rediscover – the treasures in Iowa’s backyard.

From beautiful landscapes and recreational areas to museums and good eats, Eastern Iowa and neighboring Galena, Ill., has plenty of places to explore without traveling far from home.

The shops, artisans and history of the Amana Colonies. Grant Wood’s hometown of Anamosa and the natural vistas of Monticello along the Wapsipinicon and Maquoketa Rivers.  The bluffs and heritage of Decorah. Outdoor adventure in the caves and forests of Maquoketa and Dubuque. The winding scenic Great River Road through Guttenberg, Marquette and McGregor. And the town that time forgot – Galena, Ill.

All these destinations are just a short day trip away.

Have fun exploring.