Downtown Decorah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Sign to entrance of main building of the Vesterheim Norwegian American Museum on the town main street in Iowa

Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum during your travels in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
Entrance to the liberal arts university of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa

Luther College

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Luther College during your travels in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Luther College
Beautiful park in the foothills surrounding Decorah. One of the notable features is this large waterfall that can be hiked on. #localgem

Dunnings Spring Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dunnings Spring Park, a lovely green space in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Dunnings Spring Park
The Ice Cave is located at the top of a stone stairway and tucked within the rocky hillside. Bring a flashlight and explore! Most of the cave is now closed so only a few caverns remain, but the trek is still worth it! #localgem

Ice Cave Hill Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ice Cave Hill Park, a lovely green space in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Ice Cave Hill Park

Agora

Enjoy an outing to Agora during your stay in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Agora

Porter House Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Porter House Museum during your travels in Decorah. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.

Porter House Museum

Our pick of the best Downtown Decorah Hotel Deals

Hotel Winneshiek

Hotel Winneshiek

3.5 out of 5
104 East Water Street Decorah IA
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The price is AU$219 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$219
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (866 reviews)
Absolutely beautiful building with friendly, accommodating staff! Can't recommend highly enough!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hotel Winneshiek
The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

Decorah IA
The price is AU$261 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$261
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Amundsons Clothing and Agora are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
Excellent location!

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.
Lizzie's Lofts: Downtown, Family-Friendly, Spacious Mansion in Vibrant Decorah

Lizzie's Lofts: Downtown, Family-Friendly, Spacious Mansion in Vibrant Decorah

Decorah IA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Amundsons Clothing and Agora ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
The facilities were amazing and a perfect fit for our family Thanksgiving celebration. The kitchen allowed for multiple work stations, and the dining area was adjusted to fit 22 for dinner. Everyone enjoyed the entertainment area on the second floor. The beds were extremely comfortable, and the whole ...

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

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Lizzie's Lofts: Downtown, Family-Friendly, Spacious Mansion in Vibrant Decorah
Driftless Loft in the heart of Downtown Decorah, IA

Driftless Loft in the heart of Downtown Decorah, IA

Decorah IA
Stay at this apartment in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Amundsons Clothing and Agora are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
The Driftless loft was wonderful! It is so spacious , clean and the beds were very comfortable. Samantha and Dan are great hosts! The location is perfect. Downtown Decorah and close to shops and restaurants. The kitchen space was great also! And everything there that we needed and more. We will definitely ...

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

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Driftless Loft in the heart of Downtown Decorah, IA
Sun-Filled 1 Bedroom Overlooking Water Street - No Cleaning Fee

Sun-Filled 1 Bedroom Overlooking Water Street - No Cleaning Fee

2 out of 5
Decorah IA
Stay at this apartment in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Agora and Amundsons Clothing are located nearby.
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Sun-Filled 1 Bedroom Overlooking Water Street - No Cleaning Fee
Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah

Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah

Decorah IA
Stay at this apartment in Decorah. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts and a pool table. Popular attractions Agora and Amundsons Clothing are located ...
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Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah
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