Iowa City's Best Spots

Hudson
Iowa City's Best Spots

Food scene

Authentic Food right down the street.
11 locals recommend
La Regia Taqueria
436 Hwy 1 W
11 locals recommend
Authentic Food right down the street.
Pizza by the Slice, Crazy Ingredients.
Mesa Pizza Iowa City
114 E Washington St
Pizza by the Slice, Crazy Ingredients.
Super popular Brewery in walking or bicycle riding distance. Lots of outdoor seating, AMAZING FOOD, and... Beer.
26 locals recommend
Big Grove Brewery & Taproom
1225 S Gilbert St
26 locals recommend
Super popular Brewery in walking or bicycle riding distance. Lots of outdoor seating, AMAZING FOOD, and... Beer.
Literally a staple of the community. Best Mediterranean food in Iowa, maybe the Midwest.
17 locals recommend
Oasis Falafel
206 N Linn St
17 locals recommend
Literally a staple of the community. Best Mediterranean food in Iowa, maybe the Midwest.
Historic Breakfast Cafe. Come eat where many past presidents have enjoyed pancakes and eggs.
24 locals recommend
Hamburg Inn No. 2
214 N Linn St
24 locals recommend
Historic Breakfast Cafe. Come eat where many past presidents have enjoyed pancakes and eggs.

Sightseeing

Walk to the Legendary Kinnick Stadium
27 locals recommend
Kinnick Stadium
825 Stadium Dr
27 locals recommend
Walk to the Legendary Kinnick Stadium
Filming Location of the 1989 Film, "Field of Dreams" Only an Hour and a Half drive from the Hudson House
Field of Dreams Way
Filming Location of the 1989 Film, "Field of Dreams" Only an Hour and a Half drive from the Hudson House
A great free outdoor activity is disc golf. If you prefer not to play, the Sugar Bottom Nature reserve bordering Lake McBride is absolutely a wonderful nature sightseeing opportunity.
8 locals recommend
Sugar Bottom Recreational Area
2192 Mehaffey Bridge Rd NE
8 locals recommend
A great free outdoor activity is disc golf. If you prefer not to play, the Sugar Bottom Nature reserve bordering Lake McBride is absolutely a wonderful nature sightseeing opportunity.
Don't overlook the beauty of the University of Iowa campus. The old capital of Iowa, and the Science History Museum.
15 locals recommend
The University of Iowa
15 locals recommend
Don't overlook the beauty of the University of Iowa campus. The old capital of Iowa, and the Science History Museum.

City/town information

Only a 30 minute drive allows you to step into a world of authentic German ambiance. Experience the unique culture of German communal colonies, a 90 year old historical community full of shops, festivals, and dining.
12 locals recommend
Amana
12 locals recommend
Only a 30 minute drive allows you to step into a world of authentic German ambiance. Experience the unique culture of German communal colonies, a 90 year old historical community full of shops, festivals, and dining.

Traveler advice

Customs and culture

Iowa River- Bald Eagles

The Iowa River is a great spot to watch the majestic Bald Eagle roam the skies hunting for fish. The bald Eagle migration periods in Iowa City are usual prime in the Fall and Winter months.