Decorah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dunnings Springs Waterfall
Explore the roads less traveled. #takeahike
This national Norwegian-American museum displays over 24,000 artifacts, the most extensive collection of its kind in the world. The Vesterheim highlights American immigration from Norway and Norwegian culture.
Beautiful park in the foothills surrounding Decorah. One of the notable features is this large waterfall that can be hiked on. #localgem
View from the top of the waterfall.

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Where to stay in Decorah

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Downtown Decorah

If you're spending some time in Downtown Decorah, Agora and Porter House Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Decorah
Hotel Winneshiek

Hotel Winneshiek

3.5 out of 5
104 East Water Street Decorah IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$204 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$204
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (868 reviews)
Nice room and bed but the traffic from the street was a little noisy and noticeable.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Hotel Winneshiek
Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah

Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah

2 out of 5
1832 State Highway 9 Decorah IA
The price is AU$94 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$94
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA

3.5 out of 5
2042 State Highway 9 Decorah IA
The price is AU$159 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$159
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (917 reviews)
Clean room, decent hot tub & food, nice staff.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

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

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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! (175 reviews)
Cute space with everything we needed and close to beautiful downtown!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.
Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah

Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah

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Stay at this family-friendly condo in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Lowell's Bridge and Sollien Wildlife Management ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
Room for the number of guests and all kitchen items available.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah
Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown

Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown

Decorah IA
Stay at this holiday home in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Chattahoochie County Park and Silvercrest Golf Club are located ...
Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown
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Popular places to visit

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
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
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

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.

You can take time to visit Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. during your travels to Decorah. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.

Agora

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

Agora

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