Downtown
Iowa City
Popular places to visit
University of Iowa
Explore the campus of University of Iowa, during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Old Capitol Museum
Gaze up at the emblematic golden dome that tops the roof of a historic building containing the region’s cultural gems.
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.
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.
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.
Iowa City Public Library
Iowa City Public Library is just one of the places to see in Iowa City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Downtown Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
The staff was courteous and helpful. The property was clean, and the breakfast was delicious. The breakfast space was in a pleasant location.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
We were greeted by a large private security guard who stared us down and blocked our entrance to the front desk to check in! Not the experience we were expecting. It felt very uncomfortable and unsafe. I felt like if I would have said anything the guard would have stopped me and made me leave. Apparently, ...
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
I travel to Iowa City monthly, and two of my usual hotels have recently closed, so I finally decided to try the Garden Inn. It has always been a little more expensive, but this was a celebration weekend, so we went for it. Overall, we had a good time. The parking garage was being renovated, and I ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Element Iowa City
This hotel is amazing! Convenient to the University of Iowa and Downtown Iowa City. The rooms are large and comfortable and the breakfasts are unbelievable!!! Made to order - amazing! Do not hesitate to stay here! You will love it.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Heartland Inn
Had a good stay. The hotel is a bit worn but serviceable. The price was right!
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
Excellent as always!
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
College Hill
When in College Hill, you can plan a visit to Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mann
If you're spending some time in Mann, Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are top sights worth seeing.
