Title: Visit Downtown: Best of Downtown, Iowa City Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Hotels.d984741808401940480.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Iowa City](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Iowa-City.d10426.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Iowa City](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Iowa-City.d10426.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown.d984741808401940480.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown.d984741808401940480.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown ## Iowa City ## Visit Downtown Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Iowa City travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City.dx10426) --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Old Iowa Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105982/6fea3e3a-835e-4031-8a12-8e040457e961.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Iowa 5/5(7 reviews) Explore the campus of University of Iowa, during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Iowa-Iowa-City.d6105982.Vacation-Attraction) ![U of iowa ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10426/fa1dbd56-5a57-4ff2-99f0-867158be9388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics 5/5(1 review) Though University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Iowa-Hospital-And-Clinics-Iowa-City.d6209329.Vacation-Attraction) ![Old Capitol Museum showing a park, a city and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202619/4af611e4-b362-4683-ab1b-9aad7df50fce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Capitol Museum 5/5(1 review) Gaze up at the emblematic golden dome that tops the roof of a historic building containing the region’s cultural gems. [](https://expedia.ca/Old-Capitol-Museum-Mann.d6202619.Vacation-Attraction) ![The old Capitol Building and museum in Iowa City, Iowa, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105980/cff5c845-348b-42c8-b9f0-fac68d407c9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa Old Capitol Building You can find out about the history of Iowa City with a trip to Iowa Old Capitol Building. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-Old-Capitol-Building-Mann.d6105980.Vacation-Attraction) ![Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106026/7d592a9a-7128-4e07-b298-ca77ce3bfc99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Iowa Museum of Natural History Marvel at a gigantic whale skeleton, see an impressive cyclorama of a Hawaiian bird island and spot the giant panda. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-Museum-Of-Natural-History-Mann.d6106026.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Englert Theater You can enjoy a show at The Englert Theater during your stay in Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Englert-Theater-Iowa-City.d553248621532649113.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2572413/16644e10-7139-492c-88c4-3fe3d4ecb8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature CA $17 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/self-guided-iowa-scavenger-hunt-city-of-literature.a2572413.activity-details) [See all activities in Iowa City](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Iowa-City.d10426.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Hotel Deals ![Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26706300/26706231/a20c41d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown 255 E Court St Iowa City IA CA $125 CA $142 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,433 reviews) Everything was great! except the tub was clogged and needs to be looked at. Lots of standing water. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=26706231&PinnedHotelID=26706231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984741808401940480) ![Graduate by Hilton Iowa City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22000/21977/d5b01264_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Graduate by Hilton Iowa City 210 S Dubuque St Iowa City IA CA $138 CA $154 total Apr 8 - Apr 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,036 reviews) We were so happy to have discovered The Graduate! What a beautiful, unique site. Staff were wonderful and kind. Definitely our new go-to when we are in Iowa City. Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=21977&PinnedHotelID=21977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984741808401940480) ![Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19060000/19057400/19057350/038af1e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University 328 S Clinton St Iowa City IA CA $149 CA $170 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (870 reviews) It’s really amazing Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=19057350&PinnedHotelID=19057350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984741808401940480) ![Element Iowa City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46080000/46073800/46073783/015875a0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Element Iowa City 314 South Clinton Street Iowa City IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $152 CA $173 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (423 reviews) The hotel is in a great location. The room was clean, comfortable and had nice touches, like an extra sink and wine glasses. Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=46073783&PinnedHotelID=46073783&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984741808401940480) ![2-Bedroom Condo 2 Blocks from Downtown Iowa City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123680000/123674000/123673995/5cd67cce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 2-Bedroom Condo 2 Blocks from Downtown Iowa City Iowa City IA Stay at this condo in Iowa City. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are located ... [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=123673995&PinnedHotelID=123673995&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984741808401940480) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=123673995&PinnedHotelID=123673995&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984741808401940480) ![Heartland Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50200/50147/0fd65ecd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Heartland Inn 87 2nd St Coralville IA CA $118 CA $133 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coralville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,124 reviews) Took 10 minutes for hot water to get to the shower Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=50147&PinnedHotelID=50147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=984741808401940480) [See all 156 properties in Downtown](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=984741808401940480) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City-College-Hill.dx984741493128708096) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miller Orchard While there might not be top attractions in Miller Orchard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kinnick Stadium and Old Capitol Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City-Miller-Orchard.dx984741921589166080) ![Aerial View Of the Cedar River Running thru a Town in Iowa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943629055398576128/83f0adad-bf54-42bc-ad87-3272d7e519ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northside If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Northside and surrounding area, you can visit Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City-Northside.dx943629055398576128) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manville Heights If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manville Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City-Manville-Heights.dx984742327656779776) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Goosetown When in Goosetown, you can plan a visit to The Englert Theater and Iowa City Public Library, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City-Goosetown.dx943628866149318656) ![Mann](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10426/a721dce8-8181-4696-8df2-eb19f41e05e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mann 5/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Mann, Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City-Mann.dx553248635976469322) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Downtown ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app